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Pierre Poilievre promises to kill high-speed rail project
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre says his party would cancel the proposed Alto rail project, arguing it is too costly and slow to deliver. The Conservatives say the projected cost exceeds the curr...
Apr 02, 2026
Carleton Place Job fair packs them in
Carleton Place's Canadian Career Academy held another busy job fair recently. Organizers report over 60 people were waiting in line for them to open. 24 companies were there, taking resumes and provid...
Apr 02, 2026
Bridge comeback in sight as Smiths Falls eyes spring reopening
The Town of Smiths Falls is looking ahead to spring as work is set to resume on the Confederation Park bridge, with warmer weather expected to bring renewed progress. Mayor Shawn Pankow says recent te...
Apr 02, 2026
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Carleton Place updating community improvement plan
A proposed update to Carleton Place's Community Improvement Plan (CIP) is moving forward following a statutory public meeting held on March 24th. The municipally driven amendments focus on expanding f...
Apr 02, 2026
Rising waters and melting snow spark renewed flood concerns across region
A renewed warning has been issued for the Mississippi River and Carp River watersheds as warmer temperatures and rainfall raise the risk of flooding. The Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority says...
Apr 02, 2026
The Smiths Falls, Lanark & Leeds 48
Here's what's up! There's weekly Bingo at McDonalds Corners Agricultural Hal tonight. Join in every Thursday at 194 Camerons Rd. Doors open at 5:30 PM, bingo starts at 7 PM. Snacks and drinks availab...
Apr 02, 2026
