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Heidi Sinnett recognized by Lanark County Child & Youth Services Collaborative as a 2025 Asset Builder

Hometown News - July 3, 2025

SUBMITTED Heidi Sinnett has been with the Carleton Place Public Library for almost 20 years, and in that time has transformed our library's traditional Children's...

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Lanark County Asset Builders for youth celebrated

Hometown News - July 3, 2025

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...

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

Laurie Weir - June 28, 2025

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...

Beckwith

Beckwith Volunteer Fire Department marks 60 years of service

Hometown News - January 10, 2025

SUBMITTED BY BECKWITH TOWNSHIP The Beckwith Volunteer Fire Department reached a milestone in 2024, celebrating 60 years of dedicated service to the community. Over the...

Mississippi Mills

Four exceptional citizens honoured at Annual Awards of Excellence

Hometown News - November 18, 2024

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...

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Perth community gathers for solemn Remembrance Day ceremony

Laurie Weir - November 12, 2024

LAURIE WEIR It was a balmy 12 degrees for the Nov. 11 ceremony in Perth under gunmetal grey skies, as residents honoured those who have...

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UCDSB students breathe life into history with We Were Here project

Hometown News - May 30, 2024

SUBMITTED On May 27, 12 schools from across the Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) gathered at the North Grenville Municipal Centre for a showcase event, highlighting...

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