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Lanark County Asset Builders for youth celebrated

SUBMITTED Eight “Asset Builders” were recognized at the Lanark County Council meeting on June 25 for the work they do to make a positive difference...

Smiths Falls officers returned to active duty as external investigation continues into arrest video

LAURIE WEIR Two Smiths Falls police officers have been returned to active duty while an external investigation continues into their involvement in a forceful arrest...

Opinion: Canada Day, why I choose reflection over celebration

LAURIE WEIR I am uneasy to “celebrate” Canada Day.Canada was built on land that was taken without consent. Indigenous nations were betrayed. Agreements were made...

Toilet paper theft, a bridge too close and a cruiser rammed: June’s Smiths Falls police reports

SUBMITTED Beckwith Street bridge closed due to person in crisis On June 15th, 2025 Smiths Falls Police Service received a report of a male possibly in...

Smiths Falls crossing guard recognized as asset builder by Lanark County

LAURIE WEIR He always has a smile and a wave, through any kind of weather. If you’ve ever driven through Smiths Falls during school hours, chances...

OPP locate body of missing fisherman in Mississippi River near Appleton

SUBMITTED Members of the Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), along with the Emergency Response Team (ERT), the Snow Vehicle, All Terrain...

Ottawa duo raising funds for Smiths Falls Community Food Bank with 12-hour walk into town

LAURIE WEIR Two well-known Ottawa personalities, Michael Wood and Dylan Black, are lacing up for a 56-kilometre walk from Barrhaven to Smiths Falls to raise...

Carleton Place council clears the deck before summer break

Final meeting covers water system plans, recreation fees, and future facility upgrades HEDDY SOROUR Carleton Place council met on June 25 for its final meeting before...

Bulloch reflects on byelection win, sets sights on collaboration

Focus on school safety, community engagement and policy over politics LAURIE WEIR Rideau Lakes Township officially welcomed Dustin Bulloch to council following his decisive win in...

Shannan proposes new life for Algonquin College’s Perth Campus

HEDDY SOROUR With Algonquin College set to shutter its Perth campus, a prominent local resident is stepping up with an ambitious plan to turn the...
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