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Council divided over veto, integrity complaints, and strong mayor powers in Rideau Lakes

LAURIE WEIR CHANTRY — The controversy around the Chantry office renovation continues to spark division at Rideau Lakes council. At the Aug. 5 regular meeting, Coun....

Butterflies take flight again in Perth for second annual memorial release

Community gathers Aug. 20 to honour loved ones through symbolic gesture LAURIE WEIR PERTH — A gentle tradition is taking wing once again in the heart...

Canada Post clarifies that the red flag’s only use is for outgoing mail

LAURIE WEIR PORTLAND — Rural residents, did you know that red flag on your mailbox means only one thing; that you have outgoing mail? Canada Post...

Six charged in Smiths Falls police investigations including impaired driving and animal cruelty

SUBMITTED / SMITHS FALLS POLICE SERVICE Breach investigation results in arrest On June 29th, 2025 Smiths Falls Police Service received information of a possible breach of...

Blakeney’s heritage showcased in new interpretive plaque

SUBMITTED A tribute to the industrious spirit that shaped the village of Blakeney now lives on through a new interpretive plaque. Mississippi Mills Mayor, Christa Lowry...

Smiths Falls Old Home Week 2025: An unforgettable celebration 100 years in the making

LAURIE WEIR SMITHS FALLS — The town is gearing up for its centennial Old Home Week celebration from Aug. 2 to 9, a once-in-25-years community...

Health Unit investigating exposure to salmonella in Perth

SUBMITTED BY THE SOUTH EAST HEALTH UNIT The South East Health Unit (SEHU) is investigating an unusual number of cases of salmonella infection. As part...

Lanark County appoints Board Support Coordinator to Strengthen Community Safety

New position supports community safety activities SUBMITTED Lanark County has created a new position that brings together multiple roles in one place. Stephanie Gray was hired in...

Rideau Waterway Land Trust celebrates the creation of a second new nature reserve in 2025

SUBMITTED TOWNSHIP OF RIDEAU LAKES – Thanks to the generous support of private  landowners who value conservation, as well as contributions from the community, corporate ...

Night paving operations scheduled for Ferguson Falls Road

SUBMITTED Thomas Cavanagh Construction Company Limited is scheduled to begin overnight paving work on County Road 15 (Ferguson Falls Road) from Pine Grove Road to...
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