LAURIE WEIR The RCL Automotive Build a Mountain of Food campaign continues to climb, with Smiths Falls showing its generosity on Saturday, Nov. 23. Jim Wright, one of the campaign […]
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SUBMITTED BY SMITHS FALLS POLICE SERVICE On Saturday November 23rd 2024, at approximately 2:30 pm members of Smiths Falls Police Service were called out the Smiths Falls Library (Russell St […]
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LAURIE WEIR The Smiths Falls Jr. A Bears held off a charging Rockland Nationals in CCHL action in the Bears’ Den Friday, Nov. 22 to post a 3-2 win over […]
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LAURIE WEIR Big changes are happening in the local media scene as Smiths Falls radio station CJET-FM has been sold to MBC, the company behind myFM in Perth. The acquisition […]
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Perth and Lanark surpass last year’s totals for local food banks LAURIE WEIR Smiths Falls will host a major stop in the RCL Automotive Build a Mountain of Food campaign […]
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LAURIE WEIR Smiths Falls council, during a committee of the whole meeting on Nov. 18, endorsed a $1-million funding application to the Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund (CSRIF) for […]
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SUBMITTED The Small Business Advisory Centre (Smiths Falls/Lanark County/North Leeds Grenville) is excited to announce that applications are now open for the next cohort of the Starter Company Plus program. […]
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SUBMITTED Lanark County Council honoured four people for their outstanding community work as part of the annual Awards of Excellence on Wednesday evening. The awards recognize and celebrate citizens or […]
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LAURIE WEIR The Smiths Falls Jr. A Bears lost a tough 1-0 decision to the Kemptville 73’s at home Friday, Nov. 15 in front of 277 fans. The lone goal […]
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LAURIE WEIR It was a carbon copy of last Friday’s CCHL home game for Tyson Parker; with a different opponent. Parker scored the overtime winner as the Smiths Falls Bears […]
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SUBMITTED Two males from Quebec are facing Criminal Code charges in relation to two thefts of utility trailers from the Youth Community Arena. On October 27th 2024, at approximately 7:00am members […]
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LAURIE WEIR Town council has voted unanimously to cancel the liquor licence at the Smiths Falls Memorial Community Centre, following a request from the Parks and Recreation Department’s director in […]
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LAURIE WEIR Tyson Parker lit the lamp in overtime to lift the Smiths Falls Jr. A Bears to a 5-4 overtime win in CCHL action Friday, Nov. 1 over the […]
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LAURIE WEIR What’s the cost of beauty? For the Town of Smiths Falls, the initial work for 2025 will be $100,000. Stephanie Clark, director of community services for the town, […]
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Annual repayment to town will decrease by 50% LAURIE WEIR The Town of Smiths Falls council has approved a request from Le Boat to extend its Dock Lease Agreement, ensuring […]
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LAURIE WEIR How can Smiths Falls recruit more family physicians? That was the question posed by Coun. Chris McGuire to Carlene MacDonald, Physician Recruiter, Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital, during a […]
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SUBMITTED On Thursday, Oct. 17 students at Chimo Elementary School were treated to a day of informative presentations and hands-on activities, helping spark their interest in careers in the skilled trades and […]
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LAURIE WEIR The 2024 Build a Mountain of Food campaign is set to kick off its 17th annual food drive on Saturday, Nov. 9, with initial stops in Almonte and […]
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LAURIE WEIR In a thrilling turnaround, the Smiths Falls Jr. A Bears overcame a one-goal deficit in the second period to shut down the visiting Nepean Raiders, securing a 5-2 […]
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LAURIE WEIR Smiths Falls is gearing up for a major transformation of its parks and recreation spaces, as council considers a phased, multi-million-dollar plan to modernize playgrounds, expand facilities, and […]
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Partners work on ‘balanced schedule’ for 2025 navigation season LAURIE WEIR With the closure of the Rideau Canal on Thanksgiving weekend, Parks Canada has revealed a 10.3 per cent decline […]
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LAURIE WEIR The Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario (RMEO) is seeking an annual contribution of $50,000 from the town for the next five years to support its operations and maintenance. […]
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SUBMITTED The PEP Seniors Therapeutic Centre (PEP) is excited to announce that Alexandra Prefasi has been appointed as the Centre’s new Executive Director, beginning this month. PEP is a day program […]
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LAURIE WEIR The Smiths Falls Jr. A Bears blasted the visiting Renfrew Wolves on Friday Oct. 11 at home in front of 333 fans. Paired with a 5-2 win in […]
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SALLY SMITH It was a cool morning at Old Slys Lock on Thursday. The water rippled, not a blow but lots of movement, the Voyageur canoe was settled at the […]
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SUBMITTED The Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital (the “Hospital”) is delighted to welcome Lauren Tignanelli as its first hospital-based midwife. This addition aims to enhance maternal and infant health […]
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LAURIE WEIR Smiths Falls council will move forward with plans to replace Confederation Drive river crossing with a new timber pedestrian bridge. During the recent committee of the whole meeting […]
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LAURIE WEIR Smiths Falls town council has voted to support the removal of the heritage easement on the Gallipeau Centre, igniting a debate over the site’s historical significance and its […]
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STAFF The Smiths Falls Jr. A Bears have kicked off the Central Canada Hockey League (CCHL)’s 2004/25 season with some tough one-goal losses. They sit currently in the No. 5 […]
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LAURIE WEIR The Smiths Falls Jr. A Bears lost a tough 1-0 decision to the Cornwall Colts in CCHL league play Friday, Oct. 4 at home in front of 318 […]
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SUBMITTED The Municipal Governments along the Rideau Canal corridor and other waterbodies accessed by marine vessels from the LaSalle Causeway are deeply concerned about the economic impacts of the bridge […]
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LAURIE WEIR It was a 2-1 win for the Smiths Falls Jr. A Bears Friday night at home in front of 333 fans in CCHL league play. After a scoreless […]
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LAURIE WEIR The Town of Smiths Falls is set to adopt a new bylaw to streamline and support film production activities within the community, but consultation with a neighbouring Lanark […]
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SUBMITTED Here are the highlights from the Lanark County Council meeting held Sept. 25, 2024. Council Updated on Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care Program: Lanark County Council has accepted […]
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Flashing crosswalk request for Old Slys Road and near Heritage House, curling and squash club LAURIE WEIR The light was shone on busy roadway in Smiths Falls, but there is […]
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LAURIE WEIR Michael Cohen, president and chief executive officer of Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital, presented the hospital’s achievements to Smiths Falls town council on Sept. 23. “If you […]
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SUBMITTED The Small Business Advisory Centre (Smiths Falls, Lanark County, Northern Leeds Grenville) is pleased to announce that eight local businesses have been awarded a total of $38,000 in funding […]
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LAURIE WEIR The Town of Smiths Falls is set to introduce a new Building Bylaw that promises to bring much-needed clarity and efficiency to the building permit process for ratepayers […]
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LAURIE WEIR Municipalities along the Rideau Canal will meet this week to discuss efforts by the federal government to come to a resolution regarding the rebuilding of the LaSalle causeway […]
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Average wait time for housing is 3 to 8 years with 419 individuals on the waitlist LAURIE WEIR Smiths Falls is collaborating with Lanark County to address affordable housing and […]
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LAURIE WEIR It’s a match made in heaven – or on the ice in this case. Long-time Ottawa Senators fan who happens to be Canada’s most winningest golfer, now a […]
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LAURIE WEIR The way in which community grants are doled out has been a hot topic for Smiths Falls Falls councillors. During a regular meeting of the committee of the […]
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LAURIE WEIR It was a year ago that Quinton Burns was selected in the third round by the St. Louis Blues in the NHL draft. He had just graduated from […]
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LAURIE WEIR The Smiths Falls and District Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for its annual Ribfest, an event anticipated by residents and visitors alike. This year, the festival will […]
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LAURIE WEIR Ross “Cowboy” Curran, a respected name in harness racing, has been posthumously inducted into the Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame. The announcement was made during the 2024 […]
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SUBMITTED The Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital (the “Hospital”) welcomed two new members to the Board of Directors at the June 2024 Annual Meeting. The Hospital’s recruitment search for […]
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STAFF WRITER The Smiths Falls & District Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce that Ribfest 2024 is coming to Centennial Park on Aug. 23, 24, and 25. After exploring […]
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Tribute piece pays homage to equestrian’s legacy LAURIE WEIR A new Smiths Falls art installment in an alley off Beckwith Street will take pedestrians underwater on route to the parking […]
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SUBMITTED The Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital (the “Hospital”) is proud to announce a new and innovative program that will support our in-patients and enhance their mobility. In August […]
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Town commits up to $65,000 to Spirit of the Drum Pow Wow for 2025 LAURIE WEIR After the cancellation of this year’s Spirit of the Drum Pow Wow in Smiths […]
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Fans invited to line the streets of Smiths Falls for sensational send-off LAURIE WEIR Family, friends and fans of Brooke Henderson are invited to line Brockville, Beckwith and Elmsley streets […]
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Financial component to be nailed down at future meeting LAURIE WEIR Arts and culture took centre stage during a recent committee of the whole meeting of Smiths Falls council. Julia […]
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Severe storm takes out power, trees LAURIE WEIR It’s been confirmed by Western University’s Northern Tornadoes Project that a tornado ripped through the Lanark County area last night, July 24, […]
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Sally Smiths It doesn’t take a lot to get a good idea off the ground. Anne Janssen knows this. Talk to her about the in-the-works Hospice Hub for the Perth-Smiths […]
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LAURIE WEIR A fire broke out at Costello and Company Monuments on Highway 43 near Smiths Falls Monday afternoon, causing a total loss of the business. Because of the extent […]
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Township’s reeve did ‘much reflection’ on the decision LAURIE WEIR Rob Rainer is seeking the provincial Liberal Party nomination for the riding of Lanark-Frontenac-Kingston, announcing his intention on Canada Day. […]
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LAURIE WEIR The Town of Smiths Falls has its first female police chief. Jodi Empey, who has been acting as the Smiths Falls Police Service (SFPS) chief since Jan. 1, […]
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LAURIE WEIR Brooke Henderson has qualified for her third Olympic Games at the age of 26. Henderson and Alena Sharp qualified for Team Canada based on their Official World Golf […]
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LAURIE WEIR When it comes to keeping the community safe, that’s the primary role of the Smiths Falls Police Service. Acting police Chief Jodi Empey shared with Hometown News that […]
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Rideau Heartland Centre houses several businesses causing signage cacophony LAURIE WEIR A revised façade improvement application from the owners of a Beckwith Street building has been sent back to staff […]
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HOMETOWN NEWS STAFF On June 26, 2024, shortly after 6 a.m. Smiths Falls Police responded to a disturbance at a residence on William St E. While attempting to take a […]
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LAURIE WEIR The Smiths Falls Police Service have been dealing with an “active situation” on William Street East, between Market and Beckwith streets, this morning. “For public safety, residents within […]
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LAURIE WEIR Students from Duncan J. Schoular School had the opportunity to impress Smiths Falls town council on Monday, June 24 during a regular committee of the whole meeting. Teacher […]
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LAURIE WEIR Last week’s storm, heavy winds and rain event caused 187 calls to the Smiths Falls Fire Department on June 14 and another 227 the following day? Chief Rick […]
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LAURIE WEIR The Fork in the Road art installation has returned to Elizabethtown-Kitley Township. Artist Chris Banflavi, and Bill Gibbons, who has commissioned three forks for the juncture near his […]
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LAURIE WEIR The building of the new Smiths Falls water tower will “hopefully start this week,” Paul McMunn, the town’s director of public works and utilities, shared with council’s committee […]
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SUBMITTED A Smiths Falls resident faces numerous charges after vandalism at a Smiths Falls area business. The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to the business […]
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LAURIE WEIR A budget of $80,000 for a feasibility study on the Smiths Falls Youth Arena enticed two bids. Stephanie Clark, the town’s director of community services, shared with Smiths […]
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SUBMITTED This year, 3 enterprising local students have been selected to participate in the 2024 Summer Company Program in the Lanark County/Smiths Falls/North Leeds Grenville area. This program offers young […]
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LAURIE WEIR The McDonald’s Restaurants in Lanark County and Kemptville have raised a whopping $75,152 for the Ottawa Ronald McDonald House during McHappy Day. “On behalf of all of us […]
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Smiths Falls/Lanark County/North Leeds Grenville SUBMITTED The Small Business Advisory Centre (Smiths Falls/Lanark County/North Leeds Grenville) is now accepting applications for the Starter Company Plus program. Funded by the Government […]
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LAURIE WEIR Chris Saumure has been named the Citizen of the Year during an evening of fellowship at the Smiths Falls Golf and Country Club Monday, June 3. Hosted by […]
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SUBMITTED Male arrested on outstanding warrants On May 24 2024, 26 year old Jeffrey HAMILTON of no fixed address was arrested on outstanding warrants. HAMILTON was wanted in relation to […]
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SUBMITTED Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) athletes won more than 30 gold medals at the 2024 Eastern Ontario Secondary Schools Athletic Association (EOSSAA) Track and Field Championships, held May 23 […]
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SUBMITTED Could growing more food within the town of Smiths Falls help alleviate some of the food inflation and food insecurity experienced by a third of people in Smiths Falls? […]
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LAURIE WEIR It takes about $50,000 to host the Smiths Falls Spirit of the Drum Powwow and this year, funding came up $15,000 short. Julia Crowder, the town’s economic development […]
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SUBMITTED TheLeeds County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid multiple charges after a firearms-related incident in the Lombardy area of Rideau Lakes Township. On May 24, 2024 […]
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LAURIE WEIR The Smiths Falls Pickleball League is hopeful it can work with the town to enhance the game for their members – and any new participants who would like […]
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Lanark County to see $19.2M in infrastructure builds LAURIE WEIR How annoying are dropped calls, slow data speeds and the inability to log into emails or meetings? Very – but […]
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Luxury cruise line expands to Trent-Servern Waterway this summer LAURIE WEIR A contaminant spill near the Le Boat docks in Smiths Falls caused some fast action on Saturday as the […]
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LAURIE WEIR The Smiths Falls Pickleball League is in a bit of a … well … pickle. They have expanded their numbers so much, they’re in need of more space. […]
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Group seeking help with storage, safety issues LAURIE WEIR It’s a good problem to have but when there is no space, and there are safety issues, the Seniors Activity Centre […]
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SUBMITTED On Saturday [May 11], local MPP John Jordan joined the staff and volunteers of the Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario (RMEO) to celebrate their receipt of $46,900 Resilient Communities […]
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LAURIE WEIR Ted and Marion Outerbridge, masters of illusion, have disappeared from Smiths Falls – when it comes to their show, that is. Prepare to witness the spectacular escapades of […]
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Geared-to-income options for Lanark County residents on wait-list LAURIE WEIR There are now nearly three dozen new homes in Smiths Falls as the Chamber Street apartment building officially opened on […]
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CHRIS UHLIG It’s a wrap folks! The quest for the Bogart Cup came to an end Wednesday night at the Den with a 2:5 loss of the Bears against the […]
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Rideau Canal National Historic site SUBMITTED In the coming weeks, Parks Canada will conduct routine spring maintenance at some of our bridge sites along the Rideau Canal National Historic Site […]
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SUBMITTED A Toronto resident has been charged following a single vehicle collision on Roger Stevens Drive. Officers with the Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), the Smiths […]
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Merrickville business owner appointed to the position April 23 LAURIE WEIR Trevor Johnson has been appointed Montague Township’s new councillor during a special meeting of council on April 23 at […]
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CHRIS UHLIG Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” had nothing in comparison to the thriller that is the finals of the Bogart Cup this year. The battle between the Bears and the Grads […]
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CHRIS UHLIG The finals of the Bogart Cup sport two equally matched teams and all signs point to a tight series. The first game between the Bears and the Navan […]
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Bank has been ‘a safe depository for surplus cash’ over the years LAURIE WEIR It was in April 1874 that the BMO branch opened its doors in Smiths Falls for […]
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Original agreement increases to $416,000 as does number of rooms for use LAURIE WEIR A rent increase was cause for concern around the horseshoe at Lanark County council, but in […]
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SUBMITTED The Table Community Food Centre is excited to announce its first major fundraising event in support of the Falls Food Hub. May the Fork Be With You will put the […]
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CHRIS UHLIG What a week it was for the Bears, tears of pain and joy side by side, a bumpy road covered with detours and potholes (or was it ice […]
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LAURIE WEIR The Smiths Falls Jr. A Bears were looking to punch their ticket to the Bogart Cup finals in their CCHL matchup against the Cornwall Colts at home on […]
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Planting continues this fall! SUBMITTED – Dave Thornley, Rideau Environmental Action League (REAL) Thank you everyone… What started with rain, mud and uncertainty turned into a great and successful day with the […]
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SHANNON MCLELLAN Local auto-body paint & repair man Roy McLellan is hanging up his paint gun as he enters his fortieth year in business this April. The owner of The […]
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Partnership with 4 Degrees Brewing and Distilling also on tap LAURIE WEIR What’s on tap? Come find out, as new entrepreneurs have moved into the space at 4 Degrees Brewing […]
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April is BeADonor month across Canada LAURIE WEIR After losing her husband during his organ transplant journey, Bobbi-Jo Craig of Smiths Falls has become an advocate for organ donation. It […]
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CHRIS UHLIG With a new opponent in the semi finals for the Bogart Cup also arrived new challenges for the Bears to overcome. Fightday night saw the team face the […]
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CHRIS UHLIG The Easter Eggspress stopped at the Railroad Museum of Eastern Ontario (RMEO) here in Smiths Falls last Saturday to launch the 2024 museum season. Visitors from all over […]
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CHRIS UHLIG Did you see it? Did you hear it? Did you, did you? Well with 814 spectators watching in the benches of the den Friday night, it’s very much […]
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CHRIS UHLIG Win some – lose some, that seemed to be the theme for the bears this week. Carleton Place emerged from the den Tuesday night with a 4:1 win […]
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JANELLE LABELLE During Monday evening’s busy Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, Mayor Shawn Pankow presented a resolution in support of a Basic Income Guarantee across Canada for […]
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JANELLE LABELLE During Monday evening’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, Anne Miskelly of the Smiths Falls Harmony Club spoke to council about pickleball. “This is the fastest […]
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CHRIS UHLIG The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry warns not to approach Bears or face grave danger and harm, as the hungry animals awaken from hibernation and are looking […]
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STAFF The Town of Smiths Falls has launched its annual business survey for the third consecutive year, introducing an innovative approach to data collection. The annual survey program serves as […]
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CHRIS UHLIG 362 hockey fans packed the den Friday night to watch the Bears play the Pembroke Lumber Kings in their final regular season game before the playoffs for a […]
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SALLY SMITH Let’s think about forests — leaves underfoot, tree canopy overhead, birds, bugs and bees. It’s wonderful to get out, to breathe, to listen. In town that’s hard to […]
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The Bears’ quick mid-week report. CHRIS UHLIG The Nepean Raiders sailed into town Tuesday night to look for an easy scoring treasure, but were shredded by the Bears’ claws instead. […]
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Fundraiser for hospital’s MRI campaign LAURIE WEIR The last time world renowned fiddlers Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy were in Lanark County it was in 2022 when they headlined for […]
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JANELLE LABELLE During Monday evening’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, council heard a report from Director of Community Services Stephanie Clark regarding the future of the former […]
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CHRIS UHLIG The win seemed oh so close, but in the end it was yet so far away. The Bears enjoyed a good week, first a 6-1 win over the […]
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LAURIE WEIR Ask a trio of rugby players from Smiths Falls District Collegiate Institute (SFDCI) what they love about the sport and they’ll all tell you the same thing – […]
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Mac Spinelli of the Athens Aeros recovers in neck brace for 8 weeks LAURIE WEIR A Smiths Falls native, and defenseman for the Athens Aeros, has suffered a spinal cord […]
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JANELLE LABELLE During the Smiths Falls council meeting on Monday night, Mayor Shawn Pankow proclaimed March 8 as International Women’s Day. This is a day to “rally for women’s equality […]
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CHRIS UHLIG This week’s action saw the Smiths Falls facing off not once but twice against the current undisputed number 1 team in the CCHL, the Navan Grads. The Bears […]
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Gold medal redemption for junior boys’ basketball team LAURIE WEIR All they wanted to do was win – and that they did. On Thursday, Feb. 29, the Smiths Falls District […]
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SUBMITTED The Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) has released the list of issues identified by the involved parties tied to the proposed subdivision by CAIVAN at the Perth Golf Course. This […]
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LAURIE WEIR Having transitional housing in Smiths Falls has been cause for “a lot of engagement” since it was announced at Lanark County council on Feb. 14 that they would […]
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LAURIE WEIR A presence of police from the Smiths Falls Police Service have been spotted at Smiths Falls District Collegiate Institute today, Wednesday, Feb. 27. A letter from the principal […]
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It’s a full-circle moment for young coach Jayden Spencer LAURIE WEIR With a father and son coaching duo at the help, the Smiths Falls District Collegiate junior boys basketball team […]
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CHRIS UHLIG Hockey fans got treated to not one but two games this week. While one game entertained viewers with qualitative great hockey to watch, the other didn’t extend past […]
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CHRIS UHLIG Friends, Romans, countrymen, lend me your ears. All roads led to the Den Friday night for an exciting game of hockey of course. The Ottawa Junior Senators team […]
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Unauthorized entry into private information of 2 people identified LAURIE WEIR An email breach has prompted cybersecurity experts to launch an investigation at a children’s agency. When asked about the […]
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BY JANELLE LABELLE During the Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls on Monday night, Chief Administrative Officer Malcolm Morris presented a call to action from the Association of […]
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BY JANELLE LABELLE During Monday evening’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, Director of Public Works and Utilities Paul McMunn requested council’s direction to apply for funding to […]
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BY CHRIS UHLIG The Bears amazing seven-game winning streak finally came to an end at the Friday night home game on February 9th against the Rockland Nationals. Some people argued […]
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SUBMITTED For two years, The Table Community Food Centre has been working towards opening a satellite facility in Smiths Falls. The Falls Food Hub, as the new location will be […]
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BY CHRIS UHLIG Last time, we reported on the dramatic 4-3 overtime win during the January 28th Sunday home game against the Hawkesbury Hawks. The Bears then elevated the excitement […]
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BY SMITHS FALLS POLICE SERVICE Intimate Partner Violence – Warrant – Arrest On Thursday January 24th, 2024, a 29-year-old was located and arrested on an outstanding warrant for his arrested […]
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BY JANELLE LABELLE During Monday evening’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, Director of Public Works and Utilities Paul McMunn presented council with the opportunity to direct staff […]
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BY JANELLE LABELLE Monday evening’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls began with a delegation from the Hospice Hub. Anne Janssen of the Hospice Hub described the value […]
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BY CHRIS UHLIG The den felt pretty quiet since the last home game on January 19th with a stunning 5:2 win over the Nepean Raiders. But that doesn’t mean that […]
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Town Square opening, volunteer appreciation, and library renovations also made the list BY LAURIE WEIR Smiths Fall had some encouraging progress on several fronts in 2023, and we caught up […]
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BY JANELLE LABELLE Redeemer Dance Academy has a new home. It can now be found in Hanley Hall Parish Centre, 30 McGill St North in Smiths Falls. Director and Instructor […]
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BY CHRIS UHLIG After the 4:7 loss a week ago Friday against the Renfrew Wolves and an equally disappointing 4:6 loss the next day at the rematch, the Bears ended […]
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SUBMITTED BY SMITHS FALLS POLICE SERVICE Male arrested Intimate Partner Violence- Warrant On Thursday January 11th, 2024, police attended a Lavinia St. address in relation to an Intimate Partner Violence […]
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Celebrating 10 years since turning pro, Smiths Falls golfer says the ‘best is yet to come’ BY LAURIE WEIR It’s been a short off-season for Brooke Henderson as she jumped […]
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Province protecting local communities with proceeds seized from criminals SUBMITTED – JOHN JORDAN M.P.P. LANARK-FRONTENAC-KINGSTON The Ontario government is fighting back against crime in Smiths Falls and Lanark County, by […]
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During Monday evening’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, council received an update from Director of Public Works and Utilities Paul McMunn regarding the design for the proposed […]
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BY JANELLE LABELLE Smiths Falls received 30cm of snow this past weekend. During Monday evening’s Committee of the Whole, Director of Public Works Paul McMunn shared a report on the […]
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BY SMITHS FALLS POLICE SERVICE Male arrested for Intimate Partner Violence On Wednesday January 3rd, 2024, police attended a Chambers St address to investigate a disturbance and reported assault. The […]
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BY CHRIS UHLIG Well hello my friends, how have you all been? It’s been a while since hockey grazed these pages last, but it finally returned to Hometown News and […]
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SUBMITTED BY UCDSB Starting Kindergarten marks an exciting chapter for families. In this pivotal stage, children learn the fundamentals of math and literacy but also develop independence, problem-solving skills, and the […]
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BY JANELLE LABELLE During the Committee of the Whole meeting on Monday night, Smiths Falls’ town council discussed a letter received from Catherine Fife, MPP in Waterloo. “This is another […]
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BY JANELLE LABELLE During Monday evening’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, the council received a delegation from the Chamber of Commerce. Leslie Richardson represented the Chamber in […]
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BY LAURIE WEIR Jack FM has returned to the airwaves in Smiths Falls. The station that serves the Ottawa market, including Smiths Falls and the valley, was the variety hits […]
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Kemptville YIG co-owner comes to town with extensive background BY LAURIE WEIR After 15 years in Smiths Falls, Dan and Wanita Andress have retired from Your Independent Grocer. “It has […]
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ARTICLE SUBMITTED – OPP EAST REGION Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers across East Region conducted over 1500 Festive RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) programs between November 16, 2023 and January […]
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Kingston, Frontenac, and Lennox & Addington (KFL&A) Board of Health, the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District (LGLD) Board of Health, and the Hastings Prince Edward (HPE) Board of Health endorsed […]
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The Smiths Falls Child Development Centre, located on Thurber Street, is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated reopening of its facility on Monday, December 11th, 2023. As the community eagerly anticipated […]
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Three individuals have been charged with numerous offences after a series of break and enter investigations. Beginning near the end of August, Eastern detachments started receiving reports of break and […]
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One warm September evening, about two dozen people gathered in the upstairs room at The Hub: Art and Music in Smiths Falls. They had heard about the new group from […]
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During Monday’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, council and town staff discussed the 2024 preliminary budget. CAO Malcolm Morris presented the budget for discussion, and department heads […]
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During Monday evening’s Committee of the Whole meeting, Director of Public Works and Utilities Paul McMunn recommended that council approve awarding the request for proposal (RFP) for detailed design of […]
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During the council meeting on Monday night in Smiths Falls, council discussed the renewal of loans for the Pelletizer at the Wastewater Treatment Plant, and the police building on Air […]
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The first North Pole Express of the season rumbled into the station at the Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario this past Saturday. Santa Claus was there, Mrs. Claus was there, […]
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During the Committee of the Whole meeting on Monday night in Smiths Falls, Director of Public Works and Utilities Paul McMunn shared an update on the ongoing construction project on […]
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During the Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls on Monday night, Manager of Tourism and Economic Development Julia Crowder shared some festive updates. December 1 will see the […]
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Investigators Appeal For Tips, Not Rumours The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Smiths Falls Police Service (SFPS) are urging those with information regarding two missing people to contact investigators. The […]
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On Saturday, November 18th,2023, the Perth & Smiths Falls District Hospital Foundation held a Black-Tie Bingo Charity Gala at Code’s Mill on the Park. The sold-out gala raised an amazing […]
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Members of the Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid a series of charges after the execution of two search warrants. On November 16, 2023 members […]
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The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating after the body of a missing man was found adjacent to Highway-15 near Smiths Falls. Steven TATE, age […]
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During Monday night’s council meeting in Smiths Falls, Councilor Jay Brennan shared an update on the recently-celebrated Local Government Week. Members of council were busy engaging with the community face-to-face […]
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During Monday evening’s Special Committee of the Whole meeting, Director of Community Services Stephanie Clark presented a report on the Smiths Falls Public Library renovation. The renovation project went out […]
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The Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario is thrilled to announce the return of its beloved annual event, the 9th Annual North Pole Express. This enchanting holiday tradition promises to transport […]
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November is Radon Action Month and the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit (LGLDHU) is encouraging homeowners to test their homes for radon. Radon is the second leading cause […]
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I had the pleasure of spending some time with my 7-year-old great grandson, Luke, in early July. We started out the day with our usual lunch at McDonalds followed by […]
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ontrac Employment Resource Services has been providing free professional in-person, local employment services to the community of Smiths Falls since 2002. Our team of dedicated staff provides services to job […]
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During Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, Michael Cohen, President and CEO of the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital led a delegation to ask for […]
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We haven’t left. We’re still here. Others have gone…but Hometown News is still on the streets. For a week or two we thought there wouldn’t be any papers in Smiths […]
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Smiths Falls, Ontario – A remarkable journey of passion and dedication has led one individual to celebrate the history of the Hershey’s Chocolate Factory and the enduring legacy it left […]
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People don’t write. I asked. Many stopped, shook their heads, walked on. I made it enticing — easel with large newsprint writing pad, two white boards (one larger than the […]
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The Build a Mountain of Food Campaign is about to embark on its 17th year of collecting food and cash donations in support of local food banks through out the […]
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The Hershey chocolate factory in Smiths Falls was an eight-building complex on 39.6 acres of land with a total building area of 472,430 square feet. It was opened by the […]
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The Annual Lake 88 Radiothon for local health care has raised $122,475 for local hospitals and community health care centres. And we can’t thank you enough. Lake 88 Radiothon Founder Brian Perkin […]
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Director of Public Works and Utilities Paul McMunn shared updates with town council during the Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls on Tuesday night. Currently, work is underway […]
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During Tuesday evening’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, Director of Community Services Stephanie Clark discussed intended repairs to the Station Theatre walkway. Requests for quotations to replace […]
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Lanark County Council has declared Oct. 10 as World Homelessness Day in Lanark County and affirms its commitment to move the bar on homelessness in the community. World Homelessness Day […]
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Facility sold to Hershey Canada, Inc. for approximately CAD$53 million Canopy Growth completes CAD $155 million of property sales since April 1, 2023 SMITHS FALLS, ON, October 2, 2023 – […]
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With Sushi, quality matters and Yukihana delivers! Ever since Yukihana Sushi opened on Russell Street in Smiths Falls last month by the Chung family, the crowds and rave reviews haven’t […]
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Did the Right Honorable William Lyon Mackenzie King, the tenth prime minister of Canada, visit the Keyhole House? We are not sure. However, we know that he had his fortune […]
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During Smiths Falls’ council meeting on Monday evening, Councilor Jay Brennan discussed a recent meeting of the Planning Advisory Committee. “On June 13, Councilor [Stephen] Robinson and I attended a […]
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During Tuesday evening’s council meeting in Smiths Falls, Councilor Jay Brennan shared some news from the Heritage House Museum. Heritage House will be participating in Doors Open 2023, an initiative […]
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During the council meeting in Smiths Falls on Tuesday night, Mayor Shawn Pankow extended congratulations to local dart player Jake MacMillan. “I want to recognize Jake MacMillan who participated in […]
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If you like spine tingling tales and spectacular magic, you are going to love this. My wife, Marion, and I are now sharing our adventures unlocking secrets and living amongst […]
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The fifth annual Spirit of the Drum Traditional Powwow will take place on Saturday, June 10 and Sunday, June 11, 2023 on Duck Island in Smiths Falls. This event is being organized by Smiths Falls District […]
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Evening strolls through Victoria Park often lead to a large stone adorned with a bronze marker laid in 1923. The marker reads “This swimming pool erected by the corporation and […]
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During Tuesday evening’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, Director of Community Services Stephanie Clark shared some updates with town council about solutions to ongoing issues in various […]
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Ryan Elliott, Director of Structural Engineering with G. Douglass Vallee Engineering Ltd., investigated the building at 25 Old Mill Road in Smiths Falls on Tuesday, and shared an update with […]
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Parks Canada is pleased to welcome all new and returning visitors for the opening of the 191st navigation season on the Rideau Canal National Historic Site. Following a record year for […]
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During Monday evening’s council meeting in Smiths Falls, Councilor Dawn Quinn shared an update from the Rideau Environmental Action League (REAL). Last month, REAL held their 56th annual Pitch In, […]
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During Monday evening’s town council meeting in Smiths Falls, Mayor Shawn Pankow noted two special weeks that are being observed in May: Police Week and National Accessibility Week. Police Week […]
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Stephanie Clark, the new Director of Community Services with the town of Smiths Falls, gave a report to council during the Committee of the Whole meeting on Monday night. This […]
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During Monday evening’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, Fire Chief Rick Chesebrough shared a report on the overnight fire at the old water treatment plant on Old […]
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An early morning fire at Smiths Falls’ old water treatment plant brought firefighters out in force. Fire started at 2:20 a.m. May 8; it was “fully involved — roof, third, […]
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During Monday evening’s council meeting in Smiths Falls, Acting Mayor Jay Brennan proclaimed Red Dress Day on May 5, 2023. The Red Dress Project was a public art installation created […]
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On May 16th, 1973, a group of concerned community members met in Carleton Place to form a ‘Big Brothers Association’. 14 people attended the meeting, and the what we now […]
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Agnes woke up in pitch black darkness—she was shivering uncontrollably and drenched in sweat. By morning she was coughing to the point of choking. The 60-year-old could no longer ignore […]
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During Monday night’s council meeting in Smiths Falls, Councilor Stephen Robinson updated town council on this year’s Ribfest. This year, Ribfest will be held June 23 to 25, at Lower […]
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On Monday evening, during the town council meeting in Smiths Falls, Councilor Dawn Quinn encouraged everyone to remember to Pitch in, Smiths Falls! The annual clean-up is underway now until […]
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During the town council meeting in Smiths Falls on Monday night, Mayor Shawn Pankow took a moment to remind council of the upcoming National Day of Mourning on April 28. […]
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During the Committee of the Whole meeting on Tuesday evening, Director of Public Works and Utilities Paul McMunn presented an array of potential bridge designs for the Confederation Drive river […]
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During Tuesday evening’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, Fire Chief Rick Chesebrough took a moment to thank the Fire Department, dispatchers, and volunteers who helped out during […]
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During Monday evening’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, the town’s Manager of Economic Development Julia Crowder brought an update on last week’s job fair at Settlers Ridge. […]
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During the Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls on Monday night, CAO Malcolm Morris welcomed Kerry Costello back to the role of Town Clerk. CAO Morris also introduced […]
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Mayor Shawn Pankow paused to recognize significant honours awarded to members of the Smiths Falls Bears during Monday evening’s council meeting in Smiths Falls. “I’d like to congratulate Smiths Falls […]
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Several years ago, I unearthed a strange object in our backyard. It was a disc of pale green glass with the markings “F & G.” My efforts to research this […]
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During the Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls on Monday night, Chief Administrative Officer Malcolm Morris discussed the future of 9-1-1 services with council. NG-9-1-1, which stands for […]
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During Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting, Chief Administrative Officer Malcolm Morris provided an update to council about the proposed High Frequency Railway that would run between Toronto and […]
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The Smiths Falls Rotary Club held its first Ladies’ Night since 2019 on Wednesday (Feb. 15) night at the Legion. This has been an annual event for many years for […]
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On February 9, Canopy Growth announced massive measures for restructuring and downsizing, including closing their headquarters in the Smiths Falls campus, where they will no longer grow cannabis. The campus […]
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During Monday evening’s council meeting in Smiths Falls, Mayor Shawn Pankow recognized Wednesday March 8 as International Women’s Day. “The theme this year is ‘embrace equity,’” Pankow said, “True belonging […]
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During Monday night’s council meeting in Smiths Falls, Councilor Stephen Robinson shared some updates from a recent meeting at the Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario. Over the winter, several upgrades […]
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During Monday evening’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, Leslie Richardson from the Smiths Falls Chamber of Commerce made a brief presentation to council. In 2022 the Chamber […]
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During Tuesday evening’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, Mayor Shawn Pankow took a moment to acknowledge this week as the one-year anniversary of Russia’s war in Ukraine. […]
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During the Smiths Falls town council meeting on Tuesday evening, CAO Malcolm Morris announced that the town’s Building Services have seen a change of leadership. The former Chief Building Official […]
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The Smiths Falls Legion Ladies’ Auxiliary performed an essential service during the Covid-19 pandemic. They stepped up and met the need of hungry citizens by preparing bagged lunches twice a […]
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It looks like nothing is happening at the small brick building on William Street; the eviction notice is still taped to the door, the water’s been turned off, there are […]
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During Monday evening’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, Chief Administrative Officer Malcolm Morris addressed the town’s response to last Thursday’s announcement from Canopy Growth regarding their intended […]
Read moreDuring Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, Fire Chief Rick Chesebrough shared several updates from the Smiths Falls Fire Department. The fire department has been successful […]
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In 1884, at the age of twenty-two, Alice Maude Butler (1866-1935) found herself in a United States courtroom with her fifty-four-year-old mother, Hannah Cordelia (Friar) Butler. The courageous mother-daughter duo […]
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During Monday evening’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, CAO Malcolm Morris presented the year’s third draft budget to council. The budget was prepared by interim Treasurer Michael […]
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During Monday evening’s town council meeting in Smiths Falls, council members shared reports from their recent activities. Councilor Jennifer Miller recently attended the Downtown Business Association’s board meeting, the inaugural […]
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The Leeds Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit (LGLDHU) would like to advise everyone to take appropriate precautions over the next few days as temperatures are expected to be extremely […]
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During Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting, Director of Public Works and Utilities Paul McMunn presented a report to Smiths Falls town council on the current status of the […]
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During Monday evening’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, Director of Corporate Services Kerry Costello brought the Covid-19 vaccination policy to council’s attention. As an employer, the town […]
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The Detached Trail Bridge located in Smiths Falls will be closed to all vehicular and pedestrian usage, effective immediately. The Detached Trail Bridge is a decommissioned railway bridge structure constructed […]
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ontrac Employment Resource services has been providing free professional in-person, local employment services to the community of Smiths Falls since 2002. Our team of dedicated staff provides services to job […]
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During Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting, Smiths Falls’ town council received a report from Director of Public Works and Utilities Paul McMunn. This report included the finalization of […]
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With a note of cautious hopefulness, Mayor Shawn Pankow announced that Monday evening’s Committee of the Whole may be the last virtual meeting. “It is our hope that we will […]
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In 1873 McGill University granted its first Engineering degrees which at the time were known as Applied Science. Robert James Brodie (1851-1938) was one of only six scholars to be […]
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lanark County (BBBSLC) is excited to once again be partnering with the local Tim Hortons restaurants for the Tim Hortons Bowl for Kids Sake event […]
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When Reginald Burroughs moved into the Keyhole House, he left his mark by signing his name, his son Nelson’s name, and the year “1907” into the wet concrete of a […]
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Smiths Falls council welcomed Interim Treasurer Stephen Dickey, who hit the ground running during Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting. In his new role with the town, Interim Treasurer […]
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During Monday evening’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, CAO Malcolm Morris shared good news with council regarding the long-deferred bandstand planned for the new town square. The […]
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During Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, Director of Community Services Kerry Costello thanked two retiring crossing guards for their service to the town. “Thank you […]
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Mark Czubak knew if the Smiths Falls Welcomes Ukraine (SFWU) committee was going to work, the thinking behind it would have to be thorough, thoughtful and workable. Now, early December […]
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Mr. Grinch certainly tried his best to derail the North Pole Express at the Railroad Museum of Ontario on Saturday – he sent rain, a bitter cold and stormy winds, […]
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Kick off the festive season in Smiths Falls with the Celebration of Lights starting Saturday December 3rd at Centennial Park by the water tower. The Celebration of Lights will once […]
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During Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting, Chief Administration Officer Malcolm Morris announced the upcoming retirement of two of Smiths Falls’ valued directors. Town Treasurer Janet Koziel has held […]
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The newly formed council of the town of Smiths Falls will be developing a Strategic Plan to guide their decision making over the next four years. During Monday night’s Committee […]
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The Lanark County Paramedic Service (LCPS) and the Trillium Gift of Life Network (TGLN) have partnered to help save and enhance more lives. After several years of collaborative work, delayed […]
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During Monday evening’s Committee of the Whole meeting, Manager of Tourism and Economic Development Julia Crowder shared a list of upcoming holiday festivities in Smiths Falls. The popular Merry & […]
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Agnes Lamb was a wealthy woman when she died of tuberculosis in 1903 at the Keyhole House. The 60-year-old spinster left executors of her estate with some very clear instructions. […]
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“Is there not a better way to do this – with a little humanity perhaps?” Julie Chagnon just put large new windows in the small brick building on William St […]
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“Is there not a better way to do this – with a little humanity perhaps?” Julie Chagnon just put large new windows in the small brick building on William St […]
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Monday night marked the final council meeting with the current term of council which has served Smiths Falls since 2018. Mayor Shawn Pankow and councilors Wendy Alford, Lorraine Allen, Jay […]
Read moreDuring Monday evening’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, town CAO Malcolm Morris presented a proposed seven-year lease agreement between the town and luxury boat rental company Le […]
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Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW) Perth and District is providing $3,000 to support delivery of literacy programs for children in the summer of 2023. Early literacy provides a strong […]
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Ambrose Halladay moved into the Keyhole House in Smiths Falls with his wife and three children in 1945. His son, Ace, remembers eating a freshly baked bun while sitting on […]
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The 16th annual RCL Automotive Build a Mountain of Food campaign’s Title Sponsor, RCL Automotive, has once again joined forces this holiday season with media partners, Metroland Media, Lake 88 […]
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Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind will be hosting their Howl-O-Ween Dance, on Saturday, October 29th from 7 pm until midnight at the Smiths Falls Curling Club, in Smiths Falls. […]
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October 18th is the 22nd annual Child Care Worker and Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day, and Lanark County is celebrating! “This year we recognize our amazing early learning and child […]
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She’s small. Not just small…petite. But size doesn’t matter for Brooke Henderson on the golf course. There she packs a punch. Brooke spent Thursday afternoon at Chimo Elementary School in […]
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During Smiths Falls’ Committee of the Whole meeting on Monday evening, Chief Administrative Officer Malcolm Morris updated the committee on the status of 1430 Robinson Avenue. This property, which belonged […]
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During Monday night’s council meeting in Smiths Falls, Director of Public Works Paul McMunn informed council of recent changes to traffic signage along Thurber Street. Town staff has installed No […]
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We can all be excused for not looking forward to elections with their noise, excessive and often negative advertising, and seemingly endless debates about things we have little concern for. […]
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John Perrin was a member of the team of carpenters who built the Keyhole House in Smiths Falls in 1892. During its construction, he left his signature on the back […]
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During Monday evening’s town council meeting in Smiths Falls, Councilor Lorraine Allen brought an update from the Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario (RMEO). The RMEO held Trainfest on August 13 […]
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During Smiths Falls’ town council meeting on Monday evening, Mayor Shawn Pankow proclaimed September as Big Brother Big Sister month. “You may notice in the evenings, our water tower is […]
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Kerry Costello, Director of Corporate Services in Smiths Falls, took a moment during the Committee of the Whole meeting on Monday night to encourage residents to contact town hall to […]
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During the Committee of the Whole meeting on Monday evening, Alex Hayman from Food Cycle Science shared results from the recent FoodCycler Pilot Project in Smiths Falls. One hundred residents […]
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Earlier this summer, five artists submitted mural proposals in response to the town of Smiths Falls’ plan to create an Artscape Parkette on the corner of Russell Street and Beckwith […]
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The Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario (RMEO) is pleased to announce a successful Trainfest 2022, welcoming more than 1200 visitors to Smiths Falls. The train rides of both event days […]
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On April 12, 1882, John Bourchier Briggs (1882-1938) was born into an affluent and influential family in St. Pancras, London. His father, William Edward Briggs (1847-1903) was a Liberal politician […]
Read moreDuring Monday evening’s Committee of the Whole meeting, Chief Administrative Officer Malcolm Morris shared some encouraging news with the town of Smiths Falls. The Transportation Association of Canada recently awarded […]
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Heiress to a fortune In 1861, fourteen-year-old Anna Marie Gould (1847-1895) became heiress to William Simpson, the largest landowner in Smiths Falls. At the age of seventeen, she inherited a […]
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The calming countryside of the Smiths Falls area is now a home away from home for a Ukrainian mom and her two daughters who arrived in Canada on Monday evening, […]
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Each year, students between the ages of 15 and 29 apply to the Summer Company program, submit a business plan and if selected, they can receive up to $3,000 in […]
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During Monday evening’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, Director of Community Services Art Manhire met with town council to discuss the long-awaited construction of a gazebo-style bandshell […]
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Dr Bob Van Noppen and Dr Paul Miller from Docs On Ice met with council during the Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls on Monday evening. Docs on […]
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No matter how you get there, it’s worth the trip! We are undoubtedly blessed with a proliferation of quaint picturesque small towns and villages and especially fortunate to have the […]
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Building the future The year was 1883, and Benjamin Glover Byram (1862-1943) left his fiancée, Louisa Marion Dean (1861-1936) in England with a promise. He told her that he would establish […]
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On Saturday, September 10, 2022, the Parkinson Canada SuperWalk, a post Labour Day September tradition in the area since the first successful walk in 2017, is returning to its roots. […]
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During Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting, Manager of Tourism and Economic Development Julia Crowder announced that the Picnic Smiths Falls program has begun for a third summer. Participating […]
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During Monday evening’s Committee of the Whole meeting, Director of Community Services Art Manhire updated council on his department’s work around town. New solar lights have been installed in Gleeson […]
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During the month of June, the Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) will be celebrating National Indigenous History Month. This is a time to learn, grow, and celebrate Indigenous peoples and culture. The UCDSB is specifically […]
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During Monday evening’s town council meeting in Smiths Falls, various councilors shared several community updates. Councilor Lorraine Allen noted that the Friends of the Library are having their annual book […]
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After a two-year hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Canada Day celebrations will resume in Lower Reach Park, announced Smiths Falls Mayor Shawn Pankow during the town council meeting on […]
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During Tuesday evening’s Committee of the Whole meeting, CAO Malcolm Morris announced that Tuesday morning marked the fifth year of Le Boat’s North American branch being headquartered in Smiths Falls. […]
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During Tuesday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, Director of Community Services Art Manhire outlined the next steps in moving forward with the installation of new playgrounds […]
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In 1829, Jason Gould (1802-1864) made the journey from Roxbury, New York to the raw, undeveloped wilderness of Smiths Falls, Ontario. He had been hired to work on the Rideau […]
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Charges against Smiths Falls residents dropped by town. In a case that will affect municipal by-laws across Canada, Craig and Beth Sinclair can announce that Smiths Falls has withdrawn the […]
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John Ruffo and Fred Haggart, members of the Tunis Shriners, virtually attended the Smiths Falls town council meeting on Monday evening. Next month marks the Shriners’ 150th anniversary on June […]
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During Monday night’s town council meeting, Mayor Shawn Pankow proclaimed the month of June to be Pride Month in Smiths Falls. “Whereas the town of Smiths Falls supports the rights […]
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From its origins as a key strategic component in Britain’s plans to defend its colony of Upper Canada from a potential American invasion to the year-round recreational paradise we see […]
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Conservative | Green | Liberal | NDP Yes it’s election time again. On Thursday, June 2 Ontarians will go to the polls to choose their next MPPs. Hometown News has […]
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During Monday evening’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, Julia Crowder, Manager of Tourism and Economic Development, presented the first annual Business Survey Report based on a town-wide […]
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During Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, Director of Utilities and Public Works Paul McMunn shared a brief update with council and town staff about the […]
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Kerry Costello, Director of Corporate Services, presented a Refreshment Vehicle Request to the council of the town of Smiths Falls on Monday evening. The Chamber of Commerce, which runs the […]
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Paul McMunn, Director of Public Works and Utilities, shared a report regarding Confederation Bridge during Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls. Since Nov 2021, engineers at […]
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Councilor Peter McKenna shared exciting news from Lanark County Council with Smiths Falls on Tuesday night. “For the first time in my lifetime, the municipal, provincial, and federal governments are […]
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Councilor Lorraine Allen shared updates with council from the Smiths Falls library and the Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario (RMEO) during Tuesday evening’s council meeting. RMEO held a special holiday event […]
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When we moved into the Keyhole House, we noticed an odd-looking panel nailed to the wall in the second-floor hallway. A few weeks later, we pried off the mysterious board […]
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Do you have some extra space in your home and extra room in your heart? The Smiths Falls Welcomes Ukraine Committee is looking for Smiths Falls area residents who are […]
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The annual movie survey for Movies Under the Stars is currently being held online. Manager of Economic Development and Tourism, Julia Crowder, shared that the Heritage House Museum will once […]
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Paul McMunn, director of Public Works and Utilities, brought an update to the Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls on Monday evening. The street renewal project known as […]
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The Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) is getting set to provide students with additional hands-on and real-world learning in skilled trades this spring. Through funding provided to the UCDSB Specialist High […]
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During Monday evening’s council meeting, Councilor Lorraine Allen shared exciting news from the Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario. The first train ride excursion of 2022, the Easter Eggspress will take […]
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Mayor Shawn Pankow shared several announcements and updates during the Smiths Falls town council meeting Monday night. He noted that Smiths Falls’ hometown hero, golf champ Brooke Henderson “has been […]
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In 1825, 400 acres of Smiths Falls land was auctioned off for £105 by a sheriff. Major Thomas Smyth defaulted on his mortgage, and Charles Jones took advantage of a […]
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The Ontario Maple Syrup Producers’ Association is excited to announce that after two years of cancellations due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the province will once again be showcasing a new […]
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Deputy Clerk Nadine Bennett presented news from the Emergency Control Group during Smiths Falls’ Committee of the Whole meeting on Monday night. Bennett noted that March 11, just past, marks […]
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Treff Peters from Cycling Without Age in Lanark County made a presentation to Smiths Falls council during their meeting Monday evening. His presentation was part of a larger awareness blast […]
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Councilor Lorraine Allen shared an update from the Smiths Falls Public Library Board and the Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario during Tuesday night’s council meeting. The ceiling in the children’s […]
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During Tuesday evening’s council meeting, Mayor Shawn Pankow shared a press release from The Table in Perth, which is intending to open up a drop-in food centre in Smiths Falls […]
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Old houses are keepers of secrets and witnesses to history. They have many stories to tell if you are willing to listen. We bought an old house with a view […]
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Director of Community Services Art Manhire presented a report to council during Smiths Falls Committee of the Whole meeting Monday evening regarding Phase 3 of the town hall renovations. Manhire […]
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Julia Crowder, Manager of Economic Development in Smiths Falls, presented a report with a draft RFP (Request for Proposals) to the town council at the Committee of the Whole meeting […]
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During Smiths Falls’ Committee of the Whole meeting on Monday night, Senior Planner Karl Grenke presented a report by the CIP (Community Improvement Plan) Evaluation Committee recommending a municipal funding […]
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During Monday evening’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, Senior Planner Karl Grenke presented a short list of revised street name options for two new streets in the […]
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Do you long to be a petty tyrant? Does harassing and bullying your neighbours appeal to you? Then the Smiths Falls Property Standards Committee may have an opening for you! […]
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Erin Lee and Andy Trull from Lanark County Interval House proposed a collaborative public art project (the Countdown Public Art Project) to Smiths Falls town council during the Committee of […]
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The birth of Smiths Falls begins with a tale of intrigue and espionage. During the American Revolution (1775-1783), the Smyth family were involved in covert spying missions. Working on behalf […]
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Michele Bellows from Rideau Community Health Services (RCHS) presented a vision to Smiths Falls town council during Monday evening’s council meeting. RCHS would like to develop a hub in Smiths Falls […]
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Tony Humphrey, from the Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario, presented a 2022 Grant Request to the town of Smiths Falls during Monday night’s council meeting. He outlined the museum’s successful […]
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In addition to working tirelessly over many months of pandemic response, the Lanark County Paramedic Service (LCPS) team made time to support our communities by hosting the annual “Fill and […]
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During Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting, Senior Planner Karl Grenke brought forward a request from Parkview Homes regarding two proposed street names for the new neighbourhood in Bellamy […]
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Fire Chief Chesebrough shared a pandemic update from the Emergency Control Group with council during Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls. Chief Chesebrough noted that anyone […]
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Dear friends and neighbours across Lanark, Leeds and Grenville, Our communities are facing a very concerning increase of COVID-19 cases. The Omicron variant is here, and it is increasing the […]
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The US reached a stark milestone this month of 100,000 people dying of drug overdoses in one year. That is 275 overdose deaths every day. In Canada, 20 people die […]
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The Lanark-Frontenac-Kingston Green Party of Ontario Constituency Association is pleased to announce that our candidate for the June 2022 election is Dr. Marlene Spruyt of Ardoch. Dr. Spruyt is a […]
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Alex Hayman from Foodcycler Science Corporation presented an exciting recycling project to Smiths Falls town council and staff during Monday evening’s Committee of the Whole meeting. The Foodcycler is a […]
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During Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, CAO Malcolm Morris shared a brief update with council about VIA Rail’s proposed high frequency rail service. “Before Covid […]
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Lanark County Council has authorized the hiring of Jasmin Ralph to fill the clerk’s position for Lanark County effective Feb. 1, 2022. “We are pleased to welcome Jasmin to the […]
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During Monday night’s council meeting, Councillor Wendy Alford shared some festive news for holiday shoppers in Smiths Falls. “I just want to remind everybody that this Thursday is ‘Shop the […]
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Smiths Falls’ Director of Community Services Art Manhire sought pre-budget approval for going ahead with phase three of the town hall renovation during the Committee of the Whole meeting on […]
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Architect extraordinaire When we moved into the Keyhole House in Smiths Falls, we decided that the 1960s chandelier with space-age globes hanging in the front hall had run its course. […]
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Pivotal Help Community Association is a brand-new non-profit organization that launched on December 1st, as a means to provide accessible funding by application for local counselling and guidance for those […]
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All around the region, Santa is making his appearance in the weeks leading up to Christmas. There will be an old-fashioned Christmas parade in Pakenham on December 4 at 1pm, […]
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This month marks the end of a two-year trial period authorizing operators of ATVs to have access to specific municipal roadways and lands within Smiths Falls in order to link […]
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Director of Community Services Art Manhire shared some festive good news during Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls. The behind-the-scenes work of this year’s Festival of […]
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The Carleton Place & District Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Smiths Falls & District Chamber of Commerce and the Perth & District Chamber of Commerce, is launching a […]
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Canadian premium flower market leader delivers 10 new strains to address growing consumer demand for premium flower with high THC potency from sought-after strains Canopy Growth Corporation (“Canopy Growth” or “the […]
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The council of the town of Smiths Falls received a virtual delegation during the Committee of the Whole meeting on Monday evening, regarding the public consumption of cannabis-infused drinks and […]
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During Monday evening’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, Senior Planner Karl Grenke presented a recommendation from the CIP Evaluation Committee that town council provide a Planning Fees […]
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Finding a one-hundred-year-old golf ball hidden in the Keyhole House has led to the discovery of some fascinating golf history. During the dining room restoration, an ancient, brittle piece of […]
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The first-ever poppy dates back 100 years ago to 1921, marking 2021 the 100th anniversary of the poppy, with the annual poppy campaign running until November 11th on Remembrance Day. […]
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Councillor Peter McKenna, chair of the Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls on Monday night, brought up the possibility of Smiths Falls acknowledging Louis Riel Day on November […]
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During Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting, Smiths Falls town council again discussed proposed vaccination requirements for town employees. This week, council considered an alternate option in which unvaccinated […]
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Royal Canadian Legion Branch 95’s president Stan Lasenba learned it’s hard to plan public events in the pandemic era when rules seem to change almost every day. Three weeks ago […]
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The Carleton Place & District Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Smiths Falls & District Chamber of Commerce and the Perth & District Chamber of Commerce, is inviting local […]
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The Town of Smiths Falls is providing clarification on what proof of vaccination will be accepted at the Smiths Falls Memorial Community Centre to gain entry. Effective Sept. 22, 2021, […]
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On October 26th, the town of Smiths Falls released details on how it would handle COVID-19 vaccination verification for people using the Memorial Community Centre as of November 1st. At […]
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The Town of Smiths Falls is pleased to announce the popular Merry + Bright holiday shopping program will be returning again for 2021. This shop local program was a hit […]
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Smiths Falls provides information on proof of vaccination protocols for the Memorial Community Centre and updates on fall events The Town of Smiths Falls is providing information to citizens on […]
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Director Kerry Costello presented Smiths Falls town council with a draft vaccination policy for the town at the Committee of the Whole meeting on Monday night. Council was required to […]
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Michael Cleland and Stephen Slawuta of RC Strategies presented the Parks and Recreation Master Plan report at the Smiths Falls Committee of the Whole meeting on Monday evening. The town […]
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Beginning October 25th, 2021, Ontario will be removing capacity limits where proof of vaccination is required. This will include settings like restaurants, bars, sports facilities, casinos, and indoor meeting and event spaces, […]
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During Monday evening’s council meeting in Smiths Falls, Councillor Lorraine Allen brought a report from the Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario (RMEO). Typically, RMEO hosts a North Pole Express event, […]
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Autumn is a busy time for the Rideau Environmental Action League. Councillor Niki Dwyer shared some exciting fall updates from REAL during the Smiths Falls council meeting Monday evening. The […]
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The Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (R.O.P.E.) Squad is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a federal offender wanted on a Canada Wide Warrant as a result of his breach of […]
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Michele’s Doorway to Splendour has taken a pivotal turn into becoming the place to shop for the latest in new ladies’ fashion. The fashion boutique offers a one-stop shop for […]
Read moreThe Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit is announcing the re-opening of its Brockville and Smiths Falls offices starting Monday, October 18th 2021. The offices will be open Monday to […]
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Transaction strengthens Canopy Growth’s U.S. ecosystem and increases U.S. cannabis market exposure upon federal permissibility Canopy Growth Corporation (“Canopy Growth” or “the Company”) (TSX: WEED, NASDAQ: CGC) and Mountain High […]
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To continue with its ongoing efforts to bring equitable opportunities to each student, the Upper Canada District School Board has made menstrual products free and accessible in every school across the district and […]
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Kim Hunton from consulting firm WSP reported back to the Committee of the Whole in Smiths Falls on Tuesday evening with results from this summer’s Public Active Transportation Survey. WSP […]
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During Tuesday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting, Chief Chesebrough shared with council that the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit (LGLDHU) has achieved high levels of vaccination against […]
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It may be Fall but the Lanark County Food Bank Stocking Drive is already on. Because clients only access the Food Bank once a month, stockings start being handed out […]
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Lanark County Warden Christa Lowry (Mississippi Mills Mayor) is encouraging everyone to “fall in love” with Lanark County Trails as the annual showcase of fall colours begins. “We have a […]
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Director of Public Works and Utilities Paul McMunn shared some good news with council during the Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls on Monday night. The Beckwith Street Phase […]
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Thursday, October 14, 2021 ‘Supporting our frontline workers by giving them the tools they need’ Local healthcare officials, doctors, nurses, patients and volunteers will take to the airwaves of Lake […]
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The Rideau Environmental Action League (REAL) is looking for volunteers to help make a local impact on an alarming world-wide problem. Plastic garbage ending up in inland waterways then flowing […]
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On September 30, flags will be at half-mast throughout the Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) and staff and students will be dressed in orange, to recognize and share in learning for […]
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Director of Community Services Art Manhire informed the Committee of the Whole in Smiths Falls on Monday night that new basketball courts were installed in Lower Reach park last weekend […]
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During Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, Knowledge Keeper Chuck Commanda opened the meeting with an inaugural reading of the Land Acknowledgement. This acknowledgement was recommended […]
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The Smiths Falls Rideaus, a new team that has joined the Eastern Ontario Super Hockey League, will play their first two games this weekend, including a home game at the […]
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A Shoreline Restoration Demonstration planned for Saturday, Sept. 25 in Smiths Falls is being postponed to May 2022 after organizers ran into difficulty obtaining permission to plant trees and shrubs […]
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Yellow police tape stretched cordoned off a wooded area Tuesday just off William St. W. in Smiths Falls. Smiths Falls police, OPP and a forensic anthropologist team from Toronto were […]
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During Monday evening’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, Deputy Clerk Nadine Bennett presented a recommendation to town council on behalf of the Racism and Discrimination Task Force […]
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Smiths Falls’ Mayor Shawn Pankow shared several updates from the Racism and Discrimination Task Force during the Committee of the Whole meeting on Monday night. There have been numerous discussions […]
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In 1887, The Toronto Mail newspaper raved about the town of Smiths Falls. They wrote that “there were over one hundred buildings erected in Smiths Falls last year” and stated […]
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After an extensive search process, the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital (PSFDH) Board of Directors is pleased to announce Mr. Michael Cohen has been appointed as the Hospital’s President […]
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During Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting, senior planner Karl Grenke presented a report to council from the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Evaluation Committee. Ummed Singh, the owner of […]
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Jason Barlow, manager of Water and Wastewater Treatment, requested council to approve an emergency repair to a sewage lift pump during Monday evening’s Committee of the Whole meeting. This was […]
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The rain held off. It was cool, though, and some headed back to parked cars to get jackets. Many wore bright blue Parkinson’s shirts — there was one bright orange […]
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Peter Au, chair of the Rideau Paddlefest committee, has announced that the event scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 18 has been cancelled. Au said all members of the committee were surveyed, […]
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On Wednesday Sept 8th Lanark County council unanimously passed a resolution to Recognize Truth and Reconciliation Day on Sept 30th. The motion refers to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s final report […]
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Following an e-participation report from staff, Smiths Falls town council has decided to continue to hold virtual council and committee meetings until council chambers are renovated and Covid-19 is no […]
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Every few years, Canadians are privileged to be able to make their mark in politics. I’m not talking about making your mark as a politician, although there are plenty of […]
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In advance of the federal election on September 20, the Elections Canada office for Lanark-Frontenac-Kingston is open at Settlers Ridge Centre in Smiths Falls for early voting. Jackie Staples, recruitment […]
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From improving air quality to installing hundreds of water bottle re-filling stations, the Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) continues with its commitment to ensuring schools remain a safe and healthy place for staff and students this school year. […]
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The Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital (PSFDH) is committed to the health and safety of its staff and physicians and has a duty to actively promote, implement, and comply […]
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CAO Malcolm Morris shared several updates with council during Smiths Falls’ Committee of the Whole meeting on Monday evening. The tender for Phase 2 of the Beckwith Street Revitalization was […]
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During Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting, Smiths Falls town council received a delegation from the Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB): John McAllister, Trustee, Ward 4 and Chair […]
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The Smiths Falls Canadian Pacific Railway Station was constructed in 1887. The structure was built on what was once swampland belonging to John McGill Chambers. The town was experiencing a […]
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The Lanark-Frontenac-Kingston Green Party of Canada Electoral District Association is excited and pleased to officially announce that Calvin Neufeld of Perth is our candidate for the 2021 federal election. For […]
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It’s hot out there! The Health Unit would like to remind everyone to take care during times of high temperatures and high humidity. Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued […]
Read moreDuring Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting, Councillor Chris McGuire alerted council and staff that the beaches in Smiths Falls are currently under a no-swimming advisory due to high […]
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During Monday night’s council meeting, Mayor Pankow took a moment on behalf of the Smiths Falls council and community to recognize Olympic swimmer Bailey Andison for her incredible effort in […]
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During Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, Bruce Linton met with town council to present an update on the development of the former water treatment plant. […]
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Smiths Falls’ Chief Administrative Officer Malcolm Morris shared an update on road construction with council during Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting. Morris related that the work at the […]
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Smiths Falls’ own Bailey Andison and Brooke Henderson are heading to the Tokyo Olympics. The two local women have been friends since their childhood days when they were both students […]
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In 1886, the construction of the Canadian Pacific Railway yards in Smiths Falls, Ontario created some incredible business opportunities. Matthew Ryan was a local carpenter who took advantage of the […]
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Deputy Clerk Nadine Bennett brought a report from the Emergency Control Group to the Committee of the Whole meeting on Monday night in Smiths Falls. The Emergency Control Group last […]
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During Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, council received a presentation from Rebecca Fromowitz, Executive Director of Lanark County Mental Health (LCMH). Fromowitz shared information with […]
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If a couple of hours in the sunshine in scenic Centennial Park, listening to live music and enjoying some refreshments sounds like fun, you’re in for a treat. The second […]
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The Smiths Falls Heritage House Museum is excited to present a showcase of artist Colleen Gray’s work. Painting with ground mineral watercolours, Gray creates vivid and iridescent artworks that share […]
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Smiths Falls’ very own Bailey Andison will be heading to the Tokyo Olympics. The renowned swimmer was successful at this week’s Olympic trials in Toronto and has been named to […]
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Councillor Dwyer brought a report from the Rideau Environmental Action League (REAL) to council during Monday night’s council meeting in Smiths Falls. “More than 40 volunteers spent their Saturday in […]
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The revitalization of Beckwith Street Phase 2 was once again up for discussion during Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls. After a night of much discussion […]
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Drones, pick-axes, chunks of asphalt, overflowing wheelbarrows all caught the attention of passers-by in downtown Smiths Falls Saturday morning. Volunteers were busy as bees on Daniel Street in front of […]
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For twenty years, Agnes Lamb lived in what was considered to be the finest mansion between Montreal and Toronto. Alexander Wood’s “Glenwood” Mansion was built on Chambers Street in Smiths […]
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During Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, Dan Wojcik and Jacob Kelly from +VG Architects presented design element options to council for Phase 3 of town […]
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This year the Rotary Club is quietly marking 99 years of service in Smiths Falls and looking forward to their 100th anniversary next year. Gerald Reilly, President of the Rotary […]
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During Monday night’s council meeting in Smiths Falls, Mayor Shawn Pankow encouraged citizens of Smiths Falls to cheer for hometown proud Olympic hopeful Bailey Andison. He suggested it would be […]
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During Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, town council received a report on Phase 2 of the Beckwith Street Revitalization from James Fookes of Morrison Hershfield […]
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On Monday, June 7, 2021, the Board of Directors of the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital (PSFDH) announced that Dr. Barry Guppy, the President & CEO will be leaving […]
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It’s hot out there! The Health Unit would like to remind everyone to take care during times of high heat and humidity. Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued a […]
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Late in 1942 after a series of Allied victories, British Prime Minister Winston Churchill had this to say: “Now this is not the end. It is not even the beginning […]
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Ontario Award for Paramedic Bravery – Paramedics across Ontario go above and beyond every day to serve their community. Lanark County Paramedic Service (LCPS) is proud to honour four of its […]
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During Tuesday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, town CAO Malcolm Morris shared an update regarding upcoming road construction projects. The renovation of the Abbott/Lombard intersection is […]
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During Tuesday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting, Smiths Falls Fire Chief Chesebrough reported the latest data on Covid-19 in our region. “We have done exceptionally well at bringing the numbers […]
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Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement warning of a one day heat event on Friday May 21, 2021 for Lanark County. High heat can be hazardous to your […]
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The Leeds, Grenville & Lanark District Health Unit is advising the public to avoid social gatherings during the upcoming long weekend. Information provided to the Hometown News by the heath […]
Read moreThe Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit area is experiencing the lowest active case numbers since the beginning of March. We are asking residents to continue to follow the […]
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Smiths Falls Town Council wished Director of Public Works and Utilities Troy Dunlop all the best in his new venture during Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting. Dunlop is […]
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County council has approved an updated policy and by-law to regulate advertising signs and devices in the county right-of-way and on private property adjacent to county roads. The new by-law […]
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At Wednesday’s (May 12) Lanark County council meeting, the Connect Lanark program received final approval. This financial assistance is designed to help low-income families to achieve broadband internet installation. The […]
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Reports that colleagues threw a party for a teacher convicted of sexually assaulting and exploiting students at St. John’s Catholic High School led to a protest at the school Tuesday, […]
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During Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting, Fire Chief Chesebrough debriefed council on Thursday night’s diesel spill in Smiths Falls when approximately 100 litres of diesel fuel was accidentally […]
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A rumour that colleagues threw a party for a teacher convicted of sexually assaulting and exploiting students at St. John’s Catholic High School has triggered plans for a protest at […]
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I have made my living as a magician since I was 19, and the art of magic has been part of my life ever since. Over the last 22 years, […]
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The Town of Smiths Falls is reporting a diesel fuel spill that took place at the basin at Victoria Park on the evening of May 6, 2021. Upon learning of […]
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With the hopeful end of lockdown coming soon, I reached out to some of the surrounding towns to find out what kind of Covid-19 friendly events are being planned this […]
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Smiths Falls is where the magic happens. Not just metaphorically, but also literally; world-famous illusionists Ted and Marion Outerbridge have made this their home. The performers, who have delighted audiences […]
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Even the seemingly most difficult consumer problems can have a positive ending. A few days ago we told you about a young family (husband, wife, and young child) who were […]
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The Smiths Falls Swag Program was introduced to council on April 20 2021 by Jennifer Miller, Manager of Economic Development & Tourism. This program would create a merchandise program to […]
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Mayor Shawn Pankow took a moment during Monday night’s council meeting in Smiths Falls to highlight a sombre matter. “I want to recognize the Red Dress Project on May 8, […]
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During Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, Director Kerry Costello confirmed to council that the town has given sufficient notice that the portion of Daniel Street […]
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The only long-term tenant in the newly restored Rideau Hotel in Smiths Falls recently learned that 22 of the 25 apartments in the building were being leased to Simply Comfort […]
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Over $44,000 has been raised to date as a result of an outpouring of love from the community to help support Smiths Falls mother, Courtney Preece in her mission to […]
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Ticks are notoriously bad at social distancing, and as you hit the trails this season it’s important you take precautions to keep them at bay. Black-legged ticks are on the […]
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During Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting, Jennifer Miller, Manager of Economic Development and Tourism, presented town council with a new microeconomic initiative: Smiths Falls Swag. This involves the […]
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Vanessa Bernicky, Engineering Technologist, presented Smiths Falls’ town council with a recommendation to lease a dual-head electric vehicle charging station during Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting. The proposed […]
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During Monday evening’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, Chief Chesebrough discussed last Friday’s announcement from the Premier’s office. Chesebrough noted that there was “ample confusion with the new […]
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Manager of Economic Development Jennifer Miller presented Smiths Falls town council with a recommendation to award the tender for Visitor Services at Victoria Park to the Chamber of Commerce this […]
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Director of Public Works Troy Dunlop was “very pleased to report that we received $1.8 million towards construction of key elements in Beckwith Street Phase Two” via the 2021-2022 Connecting […]
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During Monday night’s council meeting, Smiths Falls’ town council condemned the actions of Lanark-Frontenac-Kingston MPP Randy Hillier during the Covid-19 pandemic. Throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, our Member of Provincial Parliament […]
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Smiths Falls’ Director of Economic Development Jennifer Miller presented town council with a draft of the Municipal Cultural Plan during Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting. The Municipal Cultural […]
Read moreDATE: March 16, 2021 TO: Owners and operators of public and private facilities that operate in the Municipalities of Perth and Smiths Falls where the public may gather: including but […]
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During Smiths Falls council meeting Monday night, Councillor Lorraine Allen brought a brief update from the Municipal Drug Strategy Committee which promotes school/community based prevention and harm reduction programs and […]
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Town council got a peek at the initial drawing of Smiths Falls’ future town square on Monday night. The new town square will be created in the space between the […]
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The Town of Smiths Falls’ Municipal Complex will remain closed until further notice due to the recent increase in active cases in the Leeds Grenville Lanark Public Health Unit (LGLPHU) […]
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The War Amps begins its 2021 key tag mailing to Smiths Falls residents this week with the theme “You Are a Part of What We Do,” marking the 75th anniversary of […]
Read moreCanopy Growth holds conditional ownership of approximately 20% in TerrAscend Canopy Growth Corporation (“Canopy Growth”) (TSX: WEED, NASDAQ: CGC) announces that it has closed the previously announced plan of arrangement […]
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During Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, Michael Cleland and Steve Slawuta from RC Strategies presented their broad overview for developing a Parks and Recreation Master […]
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Directors Kerry Costello and Art Manhire shared some updates with town council during Monday night’s virtual Committee of the Whole meeting. There is currently a vacancy on the Smiths Falls […]
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The Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Heath Unit is pleased to be working with many community partners as it rolls out the LGL COVID-19 Vaccination Plan. With vaccine supply stabilizing […]
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The Town of Smiths Falls is pleased to announce that two Smiths Falls’ economic development initiatives have received provincial recognition for excellence in economic development by the Economic Developers Council […]
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Jennifer Miller, Economic Development and Tourism Manager for Smiths Falls, presented a report on the SBAC Reserve Fund to town council during Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting. The […]
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During Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting, Art Manhire updated Smiths Falls town council on the demolition work that has begun at 54 Lombard Street. The demolition of 54 […]
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Workplace outbreaks do happen even here in Leeds, Grenville and Lanark. We have seen workplace outbreaks across multiple sectors including the food industry, manufacturing, the trades, automotive etc. A COVID-19 […]
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The Town of Smiths Falls is announcing the demolition of 54 Lombard St. scheduled to begin on Monday, Feb. 8. The demolition is expected to take three weeks. In 2013, […]
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The Health Unit is working with Rosebridge Manor to manage a COVID-19 outbreak. One staff member has tested positive for COVID-19. A single laboratory confirmed case of COVID-19 in a […]
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During Monday night’s Committee of the whole meeting, Economic Development manager Jennifer Miller assured Smiths Falls town council that as the Stay-at-home order continues, Economic Development is working with community […]
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During Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting, members of the Smiths Falls town council congratulated Troy Dunlop, Director of Public Works and Utilities, on the completion of Phase 1 […]
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Public outdoor skating is open in Smiths Falls, Director of Community Services Art Manhire informed the Committee of the Whole on Monday night. The Gerry Lowe Memorial Sens Rink of […]
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Martha Stewart’s CBD for Pet line features science-backed, gourmet-flavored CBD soft-chews and oil drops for dogs and carries the NASC Quality Seal Canopy Growth Corporation (TSX:WEED, NASDAQ:CGC), a world-leading diversified cannabis, […]
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Councillor Brennan reported to town council during Monday night’s meeting that there has been lots of activity with the town Planning Committee. Currently, preparation is underway for construction of “a […]
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Smiths Falls Treasurer Janet Koziel presented the third draft of the 2021 budget to town council on Monday night. There was much discussion from the Committee of the Whole on […]
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The Town of Smiths Falls is pleased to announce that two Smiths Falls’ projects have been named as finalists in the Economic Developers Council of Ontario (EDCO) 2020 Awards of […]
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The council for the town of Smiths Falls received three delegations during Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting, each submitting a Community Grant request. Reverend Christopher Ryan of Trinity […]
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Jennifer Miller, Economic Director for the town of Smiths Falls, shared good news with council at Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting. Merry & Bright boxes, which were developed […]
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The Upper Canada District School Board is so excited to welcome your child to Kindergarten this September. And registration is now open! Not only will your child learn literacy and math […]
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On Monday, Dec. 21, 2020, the province of Ontario announced a province-wide lockdown to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. This lockdown will begin on Dec. 26, 2020 and remain […]
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Smiths Falls town Council will be hosting a public budget meeting during their regularly scheduled council meeting on January 11th. The town will be providing public access to budget documents, […]
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During Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, Mayor Shawn Pankow read a letter from Reverend Christopher Ryan of Trinity United Church. Trinity United in Smiths Falls […]
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A provincewide shutdown will go into effect as of Saturday, December 26, 2020, at 12:01 am. The restrictions are in effect for all of Ontario from Saturday, December 26, 2020 […]
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Canopy Growth to receive exchangeable shares, warrants and debt in TerrAscend, increasing its direct conditional ownership in TerrAscend from approximately 13%[1] to approximately 21% of the issued and outstanding shares on […]
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With the coming of the holiday season and the recent increase in COVID-19 cases in the community along with the announcement of the shift of the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark […]
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Every day, paramedics with the Lanark County Paramedic Services (LCPS) care for our community. Recently, they did so in a different way. On December 12th and 13th throughout Lanark County, more than […]
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COVID-19 continues to impact our lives. The upcoming holiday season is no exception. In order to continue the hospital’s well thought out and measured efforts to keep our patients, staff, […]
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Mayor Pankow opened Smiths Falls Town Council meeting on Monday evening with a few warm words about recently departed Thomas Allen Foulkes. The flags at town hall were lowered today […]
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During Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, town staff presented Council with a Rapid Housing report. The Rapid Housing Initiative (RHI) is a Federal grant project […]
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With the colder winter weather upon us, we have the moved the Covid-19 Assessment Centre (CAC) inside the Main Entrance of the Smiths Falls site of the Perth and Smiths […]
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In 2018, the St Francis de Sales School at the corner of Elmsley and Russell Streets in Smiths Falls closed, as the school board deemed that the structure was no […]
Read moreCanopy Growth Corporation (“Canopy Growth” or the “Company”) (TSX:WEED, NASDAQ:CGC) today announced a series of Canadian operational changes designed to streamline its operations and further improve margins. Canopy Growth will […]
Read moreParents/guardians, staff and students at Smiths Falls District Collegiate Institute received notification today that an individual at the school has tested positive for COVID-19. Working closely with the school, the Leeds, Grenville […]
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“This Jack has hit the road,” reads a message on the website of the Smiths Falls-based radio station JACK 92.3. Local fans were dismayed to learn that the station, owned […]
Read moreInspection Blitz Helps to Prevent Spread of COVID-19 and Keep Workers and Public Safe The Ontario government launched a series of education and enforcement campaigns to ensure businesses across the […]
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The Board of Directors of the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital (PSFDH) is pleased to share with you the 2019/20 Annual Report – Motivated, Engaged, Inspired (the Report.) PSFDH […]
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On Friday November 13, 2020 at approximately 11:29 a.m., police responded to a threats call for service. Investigation revealed that a 34 year old male suspect and a 31 year […]
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On Thursday November 12, 2020 at approximately 12:55 a.m., police received a call to attend a residence on Abbott Street north for a report of a break and enter that […]
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On Wednesday November 11, 2020 at approximately 7:48 p.m., police received a complaint of an armed robbery reported after the fact. Investigation revealed that two male suspects, Karol KROTKI (20 […]
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On Sunday November 8, 2020 at approximately 6:41 p.m., police conducted a traffic stop on Elm Street east. Investigation revealed that the 59 year old driver, Henry VERHOEVEN, of North […]
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During Monday Night’s town council meeting, Kerry Costello, Director of Corporate Services presented four quick fixes to update the current parking bylaw in Smiths Falls. The council voted to amend […]
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In Monday night’s Special COW Meeting, Town CAO Malcolm Morris presented to Council his recommendation that the 2010 Boundary Agreement between the town of Smiths Falls and the Township of […]
Read moreThe sound of two hands clapping is lonely on a dreary, grey November 11. A single woman, dressed in red, stood on the embankment across from the Cenotaph in Smiths […]
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Martha Stewart Releases Delicious 15-Flavor CBD Wellness Gummy Holiday Sampler in Collaboration with Canopy Growth Corporation and Marquee Brands Channel Your Inner Martha and Turn a “Lemon Year” into Meyer […]
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During Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting, Director of Public Works and Utilities Troy Dunlop explained the high volume of work being done on Beckwith Street. Tomlinson was on […]
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The Smiths Falls Town Council received a delegation from the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital during Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting. PSFDH CEO Dr. Barry Guppy and […]
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Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the doors of the Smiths Falls Community Hospital Auxiliary Gift Shop have been shuttered since March 11. But thanks to a generous offer from the […]
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Think of it as a no-frills convenience store for the cannabis consumer. “Our whole guiding principle is we’re trying to save our customers money,” said Nathaniel Morris, owner of T […]
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Pretty Things opens at 18 Russell Street this week in Smiths Falls. It is a small shop with a world of fantastic purchases inside; it has a cool vibe with […]
Read moreThe Company joins innovation and growth leaders on Nasdaq Company’s U.S. Ticker symbol to remain “CGC” Canopy Growth Corporation (“Canopy Growth” or the “Company”) (TSX:WEED, NYSE:CGC) announced it will be […]
Read moreCampaign includes a $50,000 donation to Wounded Warriors by Spectrum Therapeutics and an internal fundraiser to raise additional contributions through November Canopy Growth Corporation (“Canopy Growth” or the “Company”) (TSX:WEED, […]
Read moreChief Chesebrough brought the 2019 Fire Department Annual Report to the Committee of the Whole, a complete look at the 2019 calendar year for the Smiths Falls Fire Department. The […]
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Miller reported to Town Council that the Picnic Smiths Falls program, a collaboration between the town and various restaurant partners, was very well received, and a new branding partnership is […]
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On Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting, Jennifer Miller, Manager of Economic Development and Tourism, shared some good news for local small businesses. In partnership with Valley Heartland Community […]
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The Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital is proud to be a recipient of the Canadian Association of Gastroenterology (CAG) Quality Endoscopy Recognition program. The CAG recognized our organization for their […]
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For those of you not familiar with our upper tier municipal government, here’s a quick introduction. Lanark County council is made up of representatives of the communities within the county and […]
Read moreOn Tuesday night, Mayor Pankow presented an interim report on affordable housing availability and options in Smiths Falls created by the Housing Task Force. “There is a dire need for […]
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Development and housing were key themes of Tuesday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls. Graham Bird, president of the GBA group brought a presentation to council on […]
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The Rideau Valley Conservation Authority (RVCA) supports Lanark County’s commitment to plant one million trees through its landowner tree planting program. The RVCA’s program has helped landowners in watershed municipalities […]
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Town Council Approves Winter Outdoor Dining On Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Smiths Falls, Director of Corporate Services Kerry Costello presented a report recommending that council extend […]
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This morning administrators at Chimo Elementary School were contacted by the Leeds, Grenville & Lanark District Health Unit, informing them that a person at the school had tested positive for COVID-19. Students and […]
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A number of local health agencies have been working together to deliver services at the COVID-19 Assessment Centres in Leeds-Grenville and are planning several options to increase capacity for testing […]
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The wolf is back at the door. A Smiths Falls business owner says her faith in the community has been restored after social media followers boosted her plea for help […]
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The Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital has launched a new corporate website, designed to keep patients, visitors, and local communities up to date regarding hospital programs and services. The […]
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Water tower illuminated in purple to mark Big Brothers Big Sisters month On Monday evening, Smiths Falls’ town council welcomed Sandra Burelli, executive director of Big Brothers Big Sisters of […]
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Smiths Falls’ council committee approves Small Business Assistance On Monday evening, Smiths Falls’ committee of the whole discussed a presentation from the town’s manager of tourism and economic development, Jennifer […]
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Canopy Growth Corporation (TSX:WEED, NYSE:CGC), a world-leading diversified cannabis, hemp, and cannabis device company, today announced the launch of Martha Stewart CBD– a new line of premium quality, hemp-derived wellness […]
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** Update ** Pedestrian Fatality – Arrest On Sunday, August 30, 2020, Smiths Falls Police responded to the report of a deceased male found on Rideau Avenue North in Smiths […]
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Drivers reminded to exercise caution The Grenville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police reminds motorists that school buses are returning to area roads very soon. Motorists are reminded to exercise […]
Read moreCompany to open 10 retail stores across Alberta under the Tokyo Smoke and Tweed banners, marking its first retail cannabis presence in the province Canopy Growth Corporation (“Canopy Growth” or […]
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The Town of Smiths Falls is pleased to announce the municipal complex will be reopening, effective Monday, Sept. 1 at which time the complex will be open for regular business […]
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The last few years have seen an increase in construction projects surrounding Wood Avenue and Marguerite Street in Smiths Falls, leaving residents concerned over the state of the street’s storm […]
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Plans for a new apartment complex in Smiths Falls have received a mostly positive reception from the town. The Smiths Falls planning advisory committee held a public meeting on the […]
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The Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit, along with its community partners, are successful recipients of a 3 year Health Canada Substance Use and Addictions Program grant. This grant […]
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Additional Arrest and Charges The Lanark Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has made another arrest in connection with a recent robbery. On August 8, 2020, just before 5:30 […]
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The CDSBEO School Re-entry plan contains details to help parents with their decision on whether to choose remote distance learning or in-person instruction at school. It describes what we know […]
Read moreCanopy Growth Corporation (“Canopy Growth” or the “Company”) (TSX:WEED, NYSE:CGC) announced today the Company will hold its 2020 Annual General and Special Meeting in virtual online format. The meeting will […]
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The next time a thief shows up at Simerville Farm, he may find himself caught on camera, says Mike Somerville, who owns and operates the farm on Rosedale Road in […]
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Smiths Falls town council has decided it is too soon to resume in-person meetings. At a virtual special council meeting Mon., Aug. 10, a motion to hold in-person council meetings […]
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Environment Canada had issued a heat warning for today and tomorrow due to high heat and humidity. The Health Unit would like to remind everyone to be cautious as the […]
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Damage to St. Luke Catholic High School has been estimated at between $500,000 to $1 million after a fire Friday, July 31. Smiths Falls Fire Chief Rick Chesebrough said an […]
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ShopCanopy.com offers a convenient online shopping destination and features the company’s growing portfolio of CBD brands Canopy Growth Corporation (TSX:WEED, NYSE:CGC), a world-leading diversified cannabis, hemp, and cannabis device company, […]
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The Town of Smiths Falls is beginning the conversion process to update its street lighting network to LED that will result in an annual cost savings of more than $100,000. […]
Read moreSenior staff and Trustees with the Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) met virtually on Wednesday, July 22 to discuss the UCDSB Draft School Reopening Plan that will be submitted to the Ministry of […]
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Small businesses are vital as the backbone of our rural. To support businesses through the coronavirus crisis, Valley Heartland Community Futures Development Corporation (CFDC) acted quickly to help local businesses […]
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The historic Confederation Bridge in Smiths Falls was abruptly shut down in 2015 and since then, council has been unable to decide what to do with it. Today, council is […]
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The Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) surveyed Grade 7-12 students to get feedback on their experiences with distance learning and how the current model could be improved in the […]
Read moreCanopy Growth and Acreage agree to amend plan of arrangement to provide potential additional upside for all shareholders Amended arrangement provides for up-front cash payment to Acreage shareholders and certain […]
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The housing shortage in Smiths Falls may soon be alleviated with the approval of three one-bedroom apartments at 1 Old Slys Road. Senior Planner Karl Grenke shared with council at […]
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The Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital (PSFDH) is embarking on a carefully thought out and measured approach to gradually increase the number of scheduled surgeries and procedures. Safety and […]
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The Town of Smiths Falls is pleased to announce Canada Day celebrations will feature a new event this year – a Canada Day house decorating contest. “We’re excited to launch […]
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The congestion every summer at the intersection of Lombard Avenue and Abbott Street in Smiths Falls could be more seamless come June 2021. Representatives Lisa Bowley and Lee Sheets of […]
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In October of 2019 the Town of Smiths Falls received a letter from Parks Canada terminating the current lease agreement for the Victoria Park campground and demanding that the town […]
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On May 14th, the Provincial Government announced the first phase of the province’s reopening framework. The announcement included an expanded list of services for select businesses and organizations, including curbside […]
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In accordance with changes to provincial regulations the Town of Smiths Falls is lifting some restrictions for the use of municipal fields, courts, and the skateboard park, effective immediately. Last […]
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The Settlers Square Development, a 110-unit apartment complex at 260 Brockville St. is in the midst of construction. At a May 19 meeting, Smiths Falls council passed all three bylaws […]
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Effective Thursday, May 21, 2020, the COVID-19 Assessment Centre (CAC) located at the Smiths Falls Site of the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital will expand their effort to reach […]
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On May 14, The Ontario Government announced some re-opening strategies for businesses and a plan to start Stage 1 on Tuesday May 18. The list of businesses opening this weekend can be […]
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The Leeds, Grenville and Lanark strongly supports local Farmers’ Markets. They encourage people to buy healthy local food, and are a way for farmers to sell their produce. They have […]
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The Perth & Smiths Falls District Hospital was the recipient of a cheque for $54,484 from the Township of Rideau Lakes today. Mayor Arie Hoogenboom presented the cheque to the […]
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I believe as we go through this pandemic, self-care is very important. One thing I do is go for a walk. Even before the pandemic, walking every day has been […]
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Missing person located deceased The search for a missing person, south of Smiths Falls, has ended. Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Underwater Search and Recovery Team located the […]
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The search is continuing for a missing person, south of Smiths Falls. On May 2, 2020, shortly after 8:15 p.m. members of the Leeds County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial […]
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MS Awareness Month brings MS community together to take collective action toward a world free of multiple sclerosis This May, the Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Society of Canada brings the MS community together […]
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Ontarians can show their appreciation for doctors on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic, and all doctors who work to keep their patients healthy, by simply turning on their phone […]
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The Town of Smiths Falls is committed to the timely and safe completion of the Beckwith Street Revitalization Project, and to the health and well-being of contractors on the job […]
Read moreClever Leaves Colombia to supply extracted products to Canopy LATAM, Canopy Growth’s Latin American Subsidiary Clever Leaves, a leading multinational operator (MNO) and licensed producer of pharmaceutical-grade cannabis and hemp extracts, and […]
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Mayor Shawn Pankow today declared a state of emergency in Smiths Falls to help support Public Health officials’ efforts to “flatten the curve” and to contain the spread of COVID-19. […]
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The Health Unit is working with both Van Horne and Willowdale Retirement Residences in Smiths Falls to manage a COVID-19 outbreak. One staff member has tested positive for the COVID-19 […]
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As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to unfold , we are gratified with the response of the community, stepping up to help in so many ways. Each offer is sincerely appreciated […]
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Storz & Bickel is pleased to announce that Health Canada has issued a Medical Device Licence for the new Volcano Medic 2 (License No.: 103842), an advanced cannabis vapourizer device […]
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Lanark County has received authorization from the Province of Ontario to open two licensed child care centres specifically to provide care for children of essential and critical service workers. The […]
Read moreTerry Yanofsky and David Lazzarato appointed as John Bell and Peter Stringham retire from the CGC Board. Canopy Growth Corporation (“Canopy Growth” or the “Company”) (TSX:WEED, NYSE:CGC) is pleased to […]
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Today, Dr. Paula Stewart, Medical Officer of Health for the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit, confirmed that an individual living in the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark area has […]
Read moreSmiths Falls town council has voted to waive interest for late water bills and taxes during the COVID-19 pandemic at a committee of the whole meeting on Monday, March 23. […]
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On Monday, March 23, Smiths Falls Town Council met for a Committee of the Whole and a regular council meeting. During these meetings, a number of items were discussed and […]
Read moreCanopy Growth Corporation (“Canopy Growth” or the “Company”) (TSX:WEED, NYSE:CGC) has been monitoring the COVID-19 outbreak and paying close attention to the guidance given by public health bodies around the […]
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COVID-19 is spreading across Canada. Chief Administrative Officer Malcolm Morris made a statement on the town of Smiths Falls’ response to the COVID-19 pandemic at the March 16 council meeting. […]
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While there continues to be no confirmed cases of COVID-19 in our region, we believe it is both prudent and responsible to play an active role in limiting the possible […]
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As a result of increasing concerns related to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital (PSFDH) is implementing a variety of measures to increase the safety of […]
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With the spring thaw top of mind for residents who were affected by significant flooding along the Ottawa River in 2019, the Mississippi Valley, Rideau Valley and South Nation Conservation […]
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Winter restoration work on the Hutton Creek Marsh is now complete to the delight of the many dedicated partners who made the project possible. This work completes Phase 2 of […]
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Margaret Frances Graham was the first woman to run for Smiths Falls council and win. Councillor Wendy Alford made a speech at Smiths Falls town council’s committee of the whole […]
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The Bears faced the Pembroke Lumber Kings Friday night for the last home game of the regular season, and they finished it on a high note with a solid 4:2 […]
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Confederation Bridge in Smiths Falls is a historical landmark, but it was closed in 2015 as the infrastructure was deemed unfit for vehicle traffic. The one-lane bridge connecting Beckwith Street […]
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Friday night’s game against the Carleton Place Canadians didn’t really hold any surprises for anyone. The Bears had to yield to the leading team of the league with a 4:6 […]
Read moreThe Company announces the closure of two Canadian greenhouses, representing a significant step forward in aligning the Company’s cultivation capacity with projected demand. Company expects to record estimated pre-tax charges […]
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Anyone who has witnessed Paralympians in action develops a healthy level of respect for these dedicated athletes and the challenges they overcome. A key Winter Paralympics sport, sledge hockey, came […]
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Only a mere 130 spectators came to see the Bears taking on the Brockville Braves Tuesday night, but those people got treated to a thriller of Michael Jackson quality. Best […]
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Following a heated discussion at a Feb. 24 meeting of Smiths Falls town council, an Ottawa-based developer threatened to cancel a 20-unit town home project altogether. After a long council […]
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The Bears have seemingly hit a patch of rough ice lately with a string of losses at home and abroad. In all fairness, the game Friday night against the Navan […]
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Montague Township’s largest annual event may not happen because of internal conflict between the Smiths Falls Flying Club members and the Race the Runway board of directors, town councillors were […]
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The Bears amazing winning streak came to a screeching halt last Friday at the home game against the Pembroke Lumber Kings. Some spectators attributed the 2:4 loss to a lack […]
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On Wed., Feb. 12 the town of Smiths Falls celebrated the reopening of the original site of the Child Development Centre at 43 Thurber St. “The child development centre was […]
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On February 20th, The Table Community Food Centre is hosting a Housing Forum in response to the current housing crisis and everyone is invited. With continually rising costs, and almost […]
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MyView Youth Film Festival is back for its 7th year! Kemptville’s own McGahey Insurance and Grenville Mutual Insurance have again teamed up to provide the $1000 Grand Prize for 2020. This creative […]
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Canopy Growth leases former Concession 5 Vineyard property to Niagara College It’s proving to be a vintage year for cultivating partnerships in Niagara. Thanks to a new agreement, Niagara College’s […]
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A workshop hosted by the Climate Action Network of Lanark County, Smiths Falls & Region with Keynote speaker Steve Lapp Saturday February 29, 2020 at Algonquin College, Perth Campus, 7 […]
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Seemingly unstoppable, the Bears added yet another win to their portfolio. The team extended their winning streak once more, coming out atop with a 4:3 result against the Rockland Nationals […]
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It took a tiebreaker to crown the winner at the annual Friends of the Library trivia afternoon on Sunday in Smiths Falls. The Legion was packed, two extra tables were […]
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The Tragically Hip: The Tragically Hip, often referred to simply as The Hip, were a Canadian rock band from Kingston, Ontario, consisting of vocalist Gord Downie, guitarist Paul Langlois, guitarist […]
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Featuring WWE & WCW legends Haku and the Barbarian Great North Wrestling will kick off 2020 with its ‘Annihilation’ event at Smith Falls’ Gallipeau Centre Theatre on Saturday, February 29 […]
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A 5:3 win over the Kemptville 73’s extended the Bears winning streak to the sixth game in a row. The team won that game however only with a good portion […]
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LAURIE WEIR The ongoing drama surrounding the blue flyer, the integrity commissioner’s reports, and the public disagreements between councillors in Rideau Lakes have been significant distractions for the township. While […]
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LAURIE WEIR When news breaks about animal hoarding cases, the public’s reaction is a mix of anger, sadness and frustration. Hundreds of cats or dogs are often found crammed into […]
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STAFF We are thrilled to announce that Alicia Whyte has joined Hometown News in the role of Advertising and Communications. With over a decade of experience in the advertising industry, […]
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LAURIE WEIR Rideau Lakes Township finds itself embroiled in yet another round of Integrity Commissioner (IC) investigations, raising important questions: Are these probes now par for the course in township […]
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BRIAN PRESTON In keeping with my title, The Travelling Sommelier, this month I will tell the saga of sailing for 3 weeks from Boston up the New England coast and […]
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LAURIE WEIR The Sept. 3 decision by the Rideau Lakes council to seek a third-party investigation into an Integrity Commissioner’s (IC) report, while keeping the report confidential, represents a crucial […]
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SUBMITTED The Small Business Advisory Centre (Smiths Falls/Lanark County/North Leeds Grenville) is excited to announce that applications are now open for the next cohort of the Starter Company Plus program. […]
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