Top stories this week show a community still focused on school safety, policing and local decision-making. From a stabbing that continues to draw strong reaction to a council vote that has stirred fresh debate, readers clearly gravitated toward stories that affect daily life in direct and immediate ways.
Here are the top stories of the week in case you missed them.
Hometown Headlines’ top 5 most read stories this weekÂ
- Smiths Falls school stabbing Nov. 12; mother demands action
A parent is urging stronger safety measures following an alleged stabbing that left her child injured. The public conversation around school security remains active. - Montague Public School incident Nov. 12 involved plastic spoon
The school board clarified that an alleged stabbing incident at Montague Public School was caused by a plastic spoon, not a knife as indicated in social media. No charges were laid due to the ages of the students involved.
 - Rideau Lakes council votes on further mayor reprimand
Council moved to publicly reaffirm a reprimand of the mayor following integrity commissioner findings. This has added fuel to ongoing governance divisions. - Residents raise concerns as George Street reconstruction project enters final weeks
Smiths Falls residents brought accessibility, safety and communication concerns to council Monday night as the second phase of the George Street Reconstruction Project nears completion. Council was asked for clearer information and stronger oversight during the final stretch of work. - Elgin BMO branch closing June 2026; Rideau Lakes concerned
Residents and business owners are reacting after learning the Elgin BMO branch will shut its doors in June. Access, seniors banking and travel distance are among the main worries.
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