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In case you missed it: Top headlines June 1-7 at Hometown News

Here are the stories Hometown News readers were following closely this week: Upper Rideau Lake drowning investigationCoverage of the fatal canoe incident on Upper Rideau...

Drive-in movies, a night market and live music after dark are plenty of reasons to stay out a little later

Looking for something to do this weekend? We’ve got you covered.Hometown Happenings is your go-to list of markets, music, festivals, fundraisers, and good old-fashioned...

UCDSB athletes win six medals at OFSAA track and field championships

Student-athletes earned four gold, one silver and one bronze medal at OFSAA track and field Upper Canada District School Board student-athletes brought home six provincial...

MRHA honours employees, physicians and retirees at 2026 Long Service Awards

MRHA Long Service Awards recognize service milestones ranging from 5 to 40 years The Mississippi River Health Alliance (MRHA) recognized staff, medical staff and recent...

Hometown Happenings: Big machines, small-town traditions and a few reasons to linger awhile

Looking for something to do this weekend? We’ve got you covered.Hometown Happenings is your go-to list of markets, music, festivals, fundraisers, and good old-fashioned...

Boundary changes streamline small business services across Leeds-Grenville

A recent boundary change affecting the Small Business Advisory Centre is intended to simplify services across Leeds Grenville, according to long-time business adviser Cindy...

UPDATE: Second victim dies following three-vehicle collision involving ambulance in Lombardy

UPDATE (JUNE 2, 2026): Ontario Provincial Police have confirmed a second fatality following the May 29 collision on Highway 15 near Otter Lake Park...

Capsized canoe leads to drowning on Upper Rideau Lake

WESTPORT — One person has died following the capsizing of a canoe on Upper Rideau Lake. On Saturday, May 30, 2026, shortly after 5:30 p.m.,...

Rideau Lakes defers participation in recreation steering committee with Smiths Falls and other municipalities

Rideau Lakes council has voted to defer participation in a proposed regional recreation steering committee tied to future arena and fieldhouse plans in Smiths...

Wooden boats, Porchfest and garage sale season — treasures around every corner

Looking for something to do this weekend? We’ve got you covered.Hometown Happenings is your go-to list of markets, music, festivals, fundraisers, and good old-fashioned...

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