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‘I don’t intend to use them’: Mayors respond to Ford’s strong mayor powers

Laurie Weir - April 11, 2025

While some leaders welcome the tools, others warn of democratic erosion and local fallout LAURIE WEIR Strong mayor powers are heading to many local municipalities, and...

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Town of Perth welcomes new Director of Corporate Services/Treasurer

Hometown News - April 1, 2025

SUBMITTED The Town of Perth is pleased to announce the appointment of Nev Jande as the new Director of Corporate Services/Treasurer. A Chartered Professional Accountant...

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Carleton Place updates procurement policy to support Canadian suppliers

Heddy Sorour - March 27, 2025

HEDDY SOROUR On March 25, at the regular Committee of the Whole, Carleton Place councillors passed a motion to update the town’s procurement policy. “You’ve already...

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How much did Rideau Lakes councillors receive in 2024?

Laurie Weir - March 24, 2025

More than $200,000 paid to 8 councillors, mayor LAURIE WEIR The remuneration numbers for 2024 are in, revealing that the Township of Rideau Lakes paid its...

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By-election chosen to fill vacant council seat in Rideau Lakes

Laurie Weir - March 13, 2025

LAURIE WEIR The Rideau Lakes Municipal Services Committee has opted for a by-election to fill the vacant seat left by Joan Delaney following her resignation...

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BREAKING: Rideau Lakes Mayor Arie Hoogenboom steps back amid council tensions

Laurie Weir - March 10, 2025

LAURIE WEIR Mayor Arie Hoogenboom has announced he is stepping back from some of his mayoral duties at the Township of Rideau Lakes, citing ongoing...

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Rideau Lakes ex-councillor and husband challenge township’s rezoning delays

Laurie Weir - March 7, 2025

Rideau Lakes ex-councillor and husband challenge township’s rezoning delays LAURIE WEIR Joan Delaney and Bob Butcher have been battling with the Township of Rideau Lakes over...

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Third-party flags will continue to fly in Rideau Lakes

Hometown News - March 6, 2025

LAURIE WEIR The Township of Rideau Lakes will continue to allow third-party flags after a proposed bylaw change was defeated during its third reading at...

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Lanark County council reviews immigration, climate and traffic by-laws

Hometown News - February 17, 2025

SUBMITTED Here are the highlights from the Lanark County Council meeting held Feb. 12, 2025. Rural Economic Development through Immigration Pilot Project to Begin: Lanark County...

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Rideau Lakes to limit flags flown in township

Laurie Weir - February 6, 2025

Proposal bans Pride, religious, and other third-party flags LAURIE WEIR The Township of Rideau Lakes is adopting an all-or-nothing stance when it comes to flying flags. At...

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Smiths Falls Police address crash, bar incident and youth assault in series of responses

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