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Spring curbside leaf collection underway in Carleton Place
Carleton Place's Public Works Department is now collecting leaves and yard waste left curbside. The will do so until Friday, May 3rd. Residents are asked to place leaf bags at the curb for collection ...
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Celebrating administrative professionals in Smiths Falls
Wednesday is Administrative Professionals Day and communities across the region are recognizing their workers and all they do. Recognized as the essential pillars of any business or institution, admi...
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Spring hydrant flushing
Residents of Perth should brace for temporary water disruptions as Environmental Services launches its Spring hydrant flushing initiative from April 29 to May 3. Fluctuations in water color and pressu...
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UCDSB hoping to cut suspension rate
The Upper Canada District School Board's working to reduce their suspension rate which is about triple the provincial average. While the provincial suspension rate was 2.2% in 2021-22, UCDSB Research ...
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"Best day of my life," Rideau Ferry's Alex McLean selected ninth overall by OHL's Guelph Storm
Rideau Ferry native Alex McLean was drafted ninth overall to the OHL's Guelph Storm at the recent priority selection. McLean called it "the best day of my life," to be drafted by the Storm. ...
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OPP seeking answers after ATV crash leaves rider with life-altering injuries
Leeds County OPP are looking for information regarding a weekend incident. A single ATV collision happened Sunday around 4pm just south of Athens. The 24 year-old lone driver has sustained life-alteri...
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I'll buy that for a dollar: Perth sells land for affordable housing project
The Town of Perth has announced what it calls "a major step forward in our commitment in supporting affordable housing." The town reports that they have passed a motion to sell 63 Halton St....
Apr 23, 2024
Smiths Falls man faces slew of threat and vandalism charges
Smiths Falls resident, Gregory Bradford, who is 28 year-old, faces charges after incidents including threats and vandalism. Smiths Falls Police Service, requested the assistance of the OPP after threa...
Apr 23, 2024
What led the way in Smiths Falls' by-law calls last year?
The 2023 Smiths Falls by-law call numbers are in. Animal control claimed top spot for most calls last year, with 164 of the 597 total service calls under that umbrella. It overtook property standards ...
Apr 23, 2024
Earth Fest in Carleton Place draws a huge crowd
On Saturday, Carleton Place's Environmental Advisory Committee drew healthy crowds despite some cooler than hoped for weather, for their second annual Earth Fest. Carleton Place's Market Square was fi...
Apr 23, 2024
Save some cash! Perth Library now lending out toys
The Perth & District Union Public Library is now offering a toy lending library. With help from Lanark County Best Start, high quality toys and puzzles are available to check out just like you wou...
Apr 23, 2024