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Smiths Falls delays decision on backyard hens after pilot review

Laurie Weir -
SMITHS FALLS — A backyard hen pilot program launched with minimal rules and a “see what happens” approach is now forcing Smiths Falls council...
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Nate Morris enters Smiths Falls mayoral race with focus on water safety, accountability

Laurie Weir -
SMITHS FALLS — Nate Morris is joining the race for mayor in Smiths Falls, running on a platform centred on drinking water safety, government...
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Christopher Cummings announces candidacy for mayor of Smiths Falls

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SMITHS FALLS — Christopher Cummings has announced he will run for mayor of Smiths Falls, citing more than 40 years of professional experience and...

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Smiths Falls to review policing options ahead of 2026 election

Laurie Weir -
Smiths Falls policing costs and alternative service models, including the OPP, will be reviewed SMITHS FALLS — Smiths Falls council...

Smiths Falls council backs staff to weigh in on sweeping provincial planning changes

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SMITHS FALLS — Smiths Falls council is putting its trust in staff as it prepares to respond to the...

Debate grows over future of Smiths Falls’ iconic water tower

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SMITHS FALLS — A 102-year-old icon that has defined the Smiths Falls skyline for generations is at the centre...

Clear-cutting in focus as Smiths Falls council debates tree protection options

Laurie Weir -
SMITHS FALLS — Smiths Falls council is weighing new rules to curb large-scale tree removal, with early support emerging...

Patio fee waiver extended as Smiths Falls backs downtown businesses

Laurie Weir -
SMITHS FALLS — Downtown patios in Smiths Falls will get a financial break for at least two more years,...

ATV route given green light along Jasper Avenue after trail disruption

Laurie Weir -
SMITHS FALLS — Smiths Falls council is giving the green light for ATVs to roll down Jasper Avenue, restoring...

Charge laid in connection to Smiths Falls sewer backup dispute

Laurie Weir -
SMITHS FALLS — A sewer backup complaint raised at Smiths Falls council earlier this month has now led to...

Smiths Falls Police arrest 3 in theft case, lay charges in fraud and IPV investigations

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Smiths Falls Police arrest three in theft and fraud investigation The Smiths Falls Police Service began an investigation April 3,...

Suspect arrested in mischief investigation—OPP Renfrew County assist SFPS in locating wanted suspect

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Suspect arrested in mischief investigation Smiths Falls Police Service has laid charges following a mischief investigation involving damage at municipal...

Stove fire causes roughly $300,000 in damage on Elmsley Street

Laurie Weir -
Late-afternoon blaze draws 27 firefighters as the Smiths Falls stove fire damages home SMITHS FALLS — A late-afternoon kitchen fire caused...

Nationals conquer the Bears Den in 6-2 Bogart Cup final

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Smiths Falls Bears strike early but can’t hold off Rockland surge SMITHS FALLS — The Rockland Nationals captured the Bogart...

Alto rail debate, 2023 homicide and community tensions this week

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It was a week that swung between grief, accountability, politics and community reflection across our readership area, with several...
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