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How is Housing First good for the community?

SUBMITTED The following is part of a series about homelessness in Lanark County. When talking about community safety and well-being, those on the front lines of...

‘Opportunity to make a difference’: County agrees to rental increase of $120,000 for transitional housing in Smiths Falls

Original agreement increases to $416,000 as does number of rooms for use LAURIE WEIR A rent increase was cause for concern around the horseshoe at Lanark...

Lanark OPP officers enter fast flowing river for rescue

SUBMITTED Changes location to Maple Lane from street Several Lanark County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers are being praised for entering the fast-flowing Mississippi River in...

What is “Housing First” and does it work?

SUBMITTED The following is part of a series about homelessness in Lanark County. In order to end homelessness, a number of strategies must be put in...

Smiths Falls gets mini miracle: Tiny forest planned for Corbett Park

SALLY SMITH Let’s think about forests — leaves underfoot, tree canopy overhead, birds, bugs and bees. It’s wonderful to get out, to breathe, to listen. In...

What does homelessness look like in Lanark County?

SUBMITTED The following is part of a series about homelessness in Lanark County. In Ontario, and Lanark County, homelessness is defined as “a situation in which...

‘Willing to be brave’: Rural FASD Support Network reaches goal far bigger than financial target

2024 Perth Polar Bear Plunge hits $30,000 for this year’s recipient BY LAURIE WEIR The Perth Polar Bear Plunge was a huge success for the Rural...

What if it’s NOT the most wonderful time of the year?

Merry Christmas! Happy Holidays! This time of year has many joyous, merry times, gatherings, and events. No matter where you go, in every store, on...

Council invests in mental health fund for town employees

During the largely virtual meeting on Tuesday night, Perth town council unanimously voted to establish an Employee Mental Health fund. This is a $5000...

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