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Smiths Falls council approves four-year deal with firefighters

New collective agreement includes pay increases, wellness benefits, and Truth and Reconciliation stat holiday LAURIE WEIR SMITHS FALLS — Firefighters in Smiths Falls have secured a...

Trenchless sewer rehab project gets green light despite budget shortfall

Clean Water Works awarded $233K contract ahead of arena’s ice-in schedule LAURIE WEIR SMITHS FALLS — A section of aging sewer infrastructure beneath the Smiths Falls...

Smiths Falls council weighs in on provincial bill to remove rogue politicians

LAURIE WEIR SMITHS FALLS — Councillors in Smiths Falls say they support the intent behind proposed provincial legislation that would allow the removal of elected...

Smiths Falls council pay lags behind Ontario average

Staff looks to adjust rates for 2026 municipal election LAURIE WEIR SMITHS FALLS — Smiths Falls council members are paid well below the provincial average, and...

HOMETOWN HAPPENINGS: Your weekend rundown, close to home

LAURIE WEIR Looking for something to do this weekend? We’ve got you covered. Hometown Happenings is your go-to list of markets, music, festivals, fundraisers, and good...

Stewart Park Festival returns with stellar lineup of talent on the big stage

LAURIE WEIR PERTH — The Stewart Park Festival is set to return to downtown Perth from July 18 to 20, offering three days of free...

Surprise vote sinks motion to tender new office designs as Chantry debate rages on

LAURIE WEIR CHANTRY — A high-stakes motion to prepare and tender designs for a new township office and a retrofit of the existing Chantry building...

Rideau Lakes seeks insurance fix for seniors’ groups left uncovered

LAURIE WEIR RIDEAU LAKES — A gap in insurance coverage for seniors' groups in the township took centre stage during the regular council meeting on...

Banner program requires design approval from Rideau Lakes before using logo

LAURIE WEIR RIDEAU LAKES — Memorial banners honouring veterans could soon be flying in Rideau Lakes, but not without some conditions. Council voiced support during the...

5 local beaches, including 2 in Carleton Place, under swimming advisory

LAURIE WEIR The Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit has issued caution advisories due to high bacteria levels in the water to five beaches...

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