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UCDSB to consolidate TR Leger campuses, keep online learning flexible

Smiths Falls and 2 other sites to remain open for in-person programs LAURIE WEIR The Upper Canada District School Board is moving ahead with plans to consolidate in-person programming at […]

Backyard hens on hold in Smiths Falls after Animal Sanctuary issues warning

LAURIE WEIR A controversial proposal to legalize backyard hens in Smiths Falls is on hold for at least another week, after council received a report from a local animal sanctuary […]

Branch out with Arbour Week and Earth Day activities in Mississippi Mills

SUBMITTED The Municipality of Mississippi Mills is showing our fondness for forests once again, by celebrating Arbour Week, April 22-25 in the municipality. Activities kick off on Earth Day (Tuesday, […]

Smiths Falls to host Job and Volunteer Fair April 23

SUBMITTED The Town of Smiths Falls, in partnership with ontrac Employment Services, the  Smiths Falls District Chamber of Commerce, the Small Business Advisory Centre, and the Downtown  Smiths Falls Business […]

Sanctuary sounds alarm on Smiths Falls backyard hen pilot

New report reveals major gaps in public health, animal welfare and oversight SUBMITTED Secondhand Stories Chicken Sanctuary has released a detailed report urging Smiths Falls Town Council to reject the […]

Smile Cookies are back—helping fund health care and fight hunger in Carleton Place

100% of Smiles Cookie proceeds from Carleton Place Tim Hortons will support the CPDMH Foundation and The Hunger Stop from April 28 to May 4 SUBMITTED Tim Hortons’ beloved Smile […]