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Don't get caught off guard Monday - here's what's open and closed this Victoria Day
With Victoria Day almost here, holiday hours are in full effect Monday. Grocery store hours will vary, so check signs on doors before heading in. Some restaurants will be open to help feed the many to...
May 16, 2025
Ontario budget boosts jobs, roads and local alcohol industry
Ontario's 2025 budget focuses on economic resilience with major investments in jobs, roads and local alcohol. The province will spend $1 billion to expand skilled trades, $500 million for mineral proc...
May 16, 2025
Long-time healthcare advocate has life saved in same hospital he fought for
Emergency Room nurses Tiffany Fortune and Nicole Recoskie as well as Dr. Charlotte Dawson were presented with Guardian Angel Pins recently. Al Roberts, the former Managing Director of the Almonte Gene...
May 16, 2025
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Portland Community Hall and Library opens Saturday
Rideau Lakes is celebrating the grand opening of the Portland Community Hall and Library Saturday. Deputy Mayor Paula Banks says this will be a great addition to residents. The grand opening goes from...
May 16, 2025
Man charged after suspicious fire guts empty home in Elgin
A North Glengarry man is facing serious charges after a suspicious fire destroyed an uninhabited home in the village of Elgin on May 10. Leeds OPP and Rideau Lakes Fire Department responded to the fir...
May 16, 2025
Jonathan Carr feels his youth is an asset to represent South Crosby
Jonathan Carr is hoping to win your vote to represent South Crosby in Rideau Lakes. The tradesman says he'd listen to what constituents had to say. This concludes our features on all four candidates s...
May 16, 2025