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Opinion: The Case against reopening the Joyceville Abattoir: Ethical and practical concerns

LAURIE WEIR The discussion surrounding the reopening of the Joyceville abattoir has sparked heated debates, with strong cases on both sides. Proponents argue that reopening...

The abattoir debate — cost, safety and ethics are concerns for local voices

MP Scott Reid, Michelle Foxton and Calvin Neufeld share their insights LAURIE WEIR The issue of reopening the former abattoir facility at the Correctional Service Canada...

Rideau Lakes councillors opt to ignore Integrity Commissioner’s report

LAURIE WEIR Following a closed-door meeting (in-camera) on Aug. 12 regarding a report by the Integrity Commissioner, Rideau Lakes councillors have decided to kick this...

Lanark County allocates funding to support struggling childcare providers

LAURIE WEIR The Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) program is being rolled out across the country, aiming to reduce childcare costs to an...

PSFDH welcomes new members to the Board of Directors

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...

Lanark County encourages developers to build affordable housing with tax incentive

LAURIE WEIR Building more affordable homes just got a boost of encouragement from Lanark County. The county has approved a plan for an affordable rental housing...

Lanark County Big Brothers Big Sisters needs mentors: September is BBBS month!

SUBMITTED September is Big Brothers Big Sisters month and September 18th is BBBS Day. In Lanark County, the local Big Brothers Big Sisters agency will be...

Rideau Lakes Township moves forward on concept drawings for municipal offices

LAURIE WEIR In a special meeting on Aug. 6, the Township of Rideau Lakes council approved spending over $15,000 to begin plans for salvaging the...

Rideau Lakes embarks on a new vision for the community of Lombardy

SUBMITTED The Township of Rideau Lakes welcomes community members to participate in conversations about the future for the Village of Lombardy. In order to gather information...

Tiny homes proposal for Perth to be filled through Lanark County housing list

LAURIE WEIR Three tiny homes are proposed by Lanark County for 20 Robinson St. in Perth. A public meeting was held on Aug. 6 at the...
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