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Big lift, bigger plans: Water tower hoisting and bridge replacement underway

LAURIE WEIR While progress is being made on the long-awaited Confederation Bridge replacement in Smiths Falls, the real action this week is above ground —...

Shade, sound, and strategy: Parkette proposal hits a high note in Smiths Falls

LAURIE WEIR A painted piano under a shady gazebo might soon strike a chord with passersby on Russell Street in Smiths Falls. At the April 28...

Restorative justice offers ‘powerful alternative’ to courts, say local advocates

Lanark County Community Justice outlines impact of restorative practices LAURIE WEIR A local group promoting restorative justice shared its mission with Smiths Falls council Monday, April...

Basic income and intimate partner violence: Exploring a powerful link in Carleton Place

HEDDY SOROUR The link between financial security in both preventing violence and giving victims a pathway to escape intimate partner violence (IPV) took centre stage...

Carleton Place financials strong; surplus road work added thanks to low bids

Town reports $37M in cash, updates permit bylaw and moves ahead with new sanitary main HEDDY SOROUR Carleton Place council reviewed its audited financials, approved additional...

Backyard hens on hold in Smiths Falls after Animal Sanctuary issues warning

LAURIE WEIR A controversial proposal to legalize backyard hens in Smiths Falls is on hold for at least another week, after council received a report...

Boat slip revenue up as Rideau Lakes facility work continues

LAURIE WEIR With all available slips leased for the 2025 season, Rideau Lakes Township has brought in more than $66,000 in harbour revenue — a...

Rideau Lakes council rejects motion to review lot coverage limit

LAURIE WEIR A tie vote at Rideau Lakes council has defeated a motion to review the township’s current lot coverage limit of 10 per cent. The...

Rideau Lakes council reverses financial penalties after legal advice on integrity report process

LAURIE WEIR Rideau Lakes council has rescinded three financial penalties previously imposed on Deputy Mayor Paula Banks and Coun. Jeff Banks, following legal advice that...

Council backs garden planting, dedication plaque at Portland Hall

LAURIE WEIR A native plant garden will be installed in front of the new Portland Community Hall this spring, pending final council approval. At the April...
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