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Cottage owners reminded to secure vacant properties as season winds down
As the cottage season winds down, owners are being reminded that property security is much more than just good locks and cameras as Chance Lauziere-Peterson of Pinnacle Security and Investigations rep...
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Rideau Lakes reminds residents permission is required before open-air burning
The Township of Rideau Lakes is reminding residents that permission is required before starting an open-air fire. Under the township's Open-Air Burning By-law, approval is required for open-air burnin...
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Another local protest against Doug Ford planned for August 29th
Another province-wide protest against Premier Doug Ford is planned for Brockville on Saturday, August 29. The Leeds Grenville Labour Council is organizing the protest, which will begin at 11 a.m. at T...
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What's good? Scotland comes to Almonte!
The North Lanark Highland Games are preparing to bring a full day of Scottish tradition, music and competition to the region, with organizers inviting residents and visitors to take part in the annual...
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Carleton Place may not spring for sprung pool building
On August 6th, the Town of Carleton Place held an open-house style event at the arena to gather public feedback on a new aquatic recreation facility that would house a regulation length lane-swim pool...
Aug 18, 2026
Why John Fenik changed course and is now running for mayor of Rideau Lakes
Former Perth mayor John Fenik says leadership and a desire to reset the tone at Rideau Lakes Township council are behind his decision to seek the mayor's chair instead of a council seat. Fenik had pre...
Aug 18, 2026
