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Two Smiths Falls residents turn themselves in after shoplifting spree
Two Smiths Falls residents have surrendered to police following investigations into multiple shoplifting incidents in the town. Police said 36-year-old Donald Campbell and 18-year-old Dante Henderson ...
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Smiths Falls council approves purchase of fire tanker
Council in the Town of Smiths Falls has approved the purchase of an existing fire tanker truck from the Township of Rideau Lakes. The tanker will be purchased for $16,000, plus $281.60 in non-rebateab...
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Here's what's up! There's weekly Bingo at McDonalds Corners Agricultural Hall: Join in every Thursday at 194 Camerons Rd. Doors open at 5:30 PM, bingo starts at 7 PM. Snacks and drinks available. Cont...
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What's good? Coming together for the World Day of Prayer
Christians around the world are coming together for World Day of Prayer. The event, held locally in Perth on Friday March 6th, unites believers from many traditions in a shared worship service, highli...
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Rideau Lakes falls one vote shy of overturning Mayor Hoogenboom's budget changes
The vote to overturn Rideau Lakes Mayor Arie Hoogenboom's latest veto fell one shy Monday night. Hoogenboom used strong mayor powers with respect to the Township's budget, removing $72,300 of maintena...
Mar 04, 2026
Mississippi Mills deals with push-back on intensification
At Mississippi Mills council's committee meeting last month, councillors dealt with a concern that's becoming voiced by more residents of smaller communities; increased housing density. An application...
Mar 04, 2026