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Watershed group raises concerns over proposed Perth environmental services expansion
A local environmental organization is urging the Town of Perth to reconsider plans to expand its Environmental Services Workshop at the town's Water Treatment Plant. In a letter to the municipality, t...
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April numbers show growing pressure at the Smiths Falls food bank
Smiths Falls Community Food Bank says April was another busy month, as food bank use continues to rise locally and across Ontario. Statistics shared by the food bank show 946 people used the service i...
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Tuesday Hackberry Men's Shed Weekly Gathering - Carleton Place The group meets Tuesdays at 6:45 p.m. in the Carleton Place Arena boardroom, 75 Neelin St. Free and open to all mature men looking to soc...
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What's good? Rideau Paddle Fest is back, bringing big fun to the water
Rideau Paddle Fest is returning to Smiths Falls with a full day of paddling, family fun, music, food and community celebration. The event, hosted by the Rideau Roundtable, takes place Saturday, June 2...
19h ago
Calabogie homicide investigation leads to Winnipeg arrest, suspect charged with murder
Ontario Provincial Police have laid a first-degree murder charge in the homicide of a Calabogie woman, following an investigation that also uncovered an alleged threat against a Winnipeg business. Pol...
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Spirit of the Drum Pow Wow draws big crowds in Smiths Falls
The Spirit of the Drum Pow Wow is being called a big success after a weekend of dancing, drumming, culture and community in Smiths Falls. The event, presented by the Falls Food Hub, began Saturday at ...
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