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Here's what's up! The Hackberry Men's Shed weekly gathering happens Tuesdays at 6:45 p.m. in the Carleton Place Arena boardroom, 75 Neelin St. Free and open to all mature men. Visit hackberrymensshed....
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What's Good? Coldest Night of the year walk is this Saturday
Cornerstone Landing Youth Services is preparing for its biggest fundraiser of the year as the Coldest Night of the Year takes place this weekend. Manager Elle Halladay says homelessness in rural commu...
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Perth teen pleads guilty to first-degree murder in 2024 death of Reese Stanzel
A Perth teen has pleaded guilty to first-degree murder in the 2024 death of 15-year-old Reese Stanzel. Inside Ottawa Valley reported the guilty plea was entered in Perth court on Nov. 26. The accused ...
Feb 23, 2026
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Lanark County council split on antisemitism motion
At Lanark County's Community Service Committee meeting a delegation requested councillors support a resolution condemning harassment, hatred, and discrimination targeting religion, race, or ethnicity....
Feb 23, 2026
Perth Blue Wings looking ahead after playoff-less season
The rebuild continues in Perth as the Blue Wings chalk up their third straight non-playoff season. The club effectively started over ahead of this season, with only one returning player. A quick head ...
Feb 23, 2026
Polar Plunge in Smiths Falls returns to support local Special Olympians
The Smiths Falls Police Service is inviting residents to take part in this year's Polar Plunge, raising money for local Special Olympians and athletes across Ontario. The fundraiser is part of the Law...
Feb 23, 2026