Municipal News

Smiths Falls prepares for Remembrance Day with special tributes to veterans
Smiths Falls is preparing to honour those who served their country, with several Remembrance Day ceremonies and some special reminders of th...
Nov 6, 2026

Perth community grants could face scrutiny as new council prepares 2027 budget
Newly elected Councillor Ramsey Hart says Perth's community grant program could become a point of debate as the town's incoming council begi...
Nov 6, 2026

Perth's deputy mayor-elect Schoular explains why she wanted a seat at county council
Perth's incoming deputy mayor says representing the town at Lanark County council was a major reason she pursued one of its two top municipa...
Nov 5, 2026

Smiths Falls heritage plans spark local disputes over historic properties
Smiths Falls council is weighing the future of several historic properties, with concerns from three owners prompting calls for further asse...
Nov 5, 2026
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Jennifer Miller tops Smiths Falls council vote, says residents have sent a clear message
Jennifer Miller is heading back to Smiths Falls Town Hall for another four years, and she's doing it with a strong show of support from loca...
Nov 5, 2026

Smiths Falls Council votes to demolish historic water tower despite heritage concerns
Smiths Falls' historic water tower is coming down after town council voted 4-2 to approve its demolition, despite calls for a structural ass...
Nov 4, 2026

Mississippi Mills mayor weighs in on new term
Mississippi Mills Mayor, Christa Lowry was acclaimed for the second time in the recent municipal elections as was her deputy mayor and most ...
Nov 4, 2026

Fresh start: Rideau Lakes meetings returning to chambers with new council
Rideau Lakes residents will once again be able to attend council and committee meetings in person starting November. The township announced ...
Nov 4, 2026

Now in Rideau Lakes: John Fenik promises a new direction after election victory
After 16 years as Mayor of Perth, John Fenik is preparing to lead a different municipality, and he says he's excited about what lies ahead f...
Nov 3, 2026

'I leave with my head held high': Rob Rainer reflects on eight years in Tay Valley politics
After eight years in municipal politics, outgoing Tay Valley Township Reeve Rob Rainer is preparing to step away from the council table, pro...
Nov 2, 2026

Regional recreation centre dream takes shape as Perth asks residents what they want
A new swimming pool, twin ice pads and more room for recreation could be in the future for Perth and its neighbouring communities. But befor...
Nov 2, 2026

A familiar face takes on new responsibilities: Ramsey Hart gears up for first Perth council term
Ramsey Hart is excited to represent the Town of Perth as one of three new councillors. The long-time Executive Director of the Table Communi...
Nov 2, 2026

Gary Waterfield excited about second Perth council term, makeup of new-look council
Gary Waterfield was re-elected for a second term on Perth council. He joins Jim Boldt as the lone incumbent protecting his seat, with newcom...
Oct 30, 2026

$25 million Carleton Place recreation facility plans take shape
A proposed $25-million recreation facility in Carleton Place is being shaped by community feedback, with residents highlighting the need for...
Oct 30, 2026

Moore Street closing for nearly three weeks in Carleton Place
Drivers in Carleton Place will need to find another route around part of Moore Street starting November 2nd. The Town says Moore Street will...
Oct 30, 2026
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Carleton Place council returns with exact same group
Carleton Place has elected a carbon-copy of their outgoing council. Mayor Toby Randell and Deputy Mayor Andrew Tennant were both acclaimed, ...
Oct 29, 2026

Royal Canadian Legion's Poppy Campaign Honours Canada's Veterans
As Canadians prepare to mark Remembrance Day, the Royal Canadian Legion's annual Poppy Campaign is once again putting a familiar symbol of r...
Oct 29, 2026
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Local Catch the Ace winners take home $1.6 million
A popular lottery in Carleton Place has changed the lives of two residents. The Carleton Place Catch the Ace lottery is a partnership betwee...
Oct 28, 2026

Lanark County municipal election results: Meet the winners in our local communities
Municipal election results have confirmed the next term of leadership in 10 communities across Lanark County and the surrounding region. The...
Oct 26, 2026

How did voter turnout go in our local communities? Here are some early numbers
Another municipal election is in the books, and voter turnout varied across Lanark County. The Town of Perth saw a 51.7% turnout, a five per...
Oct 26, 2026

Ed McPherson elected mayor of Perth, new councillors elected
Ed McPherson is the Mayor-Elect of the Town of Perth. The recent deputy mayor secured the promotion beating out three other candidates, incl...
Oct 26, 2026

Food Basics coming to Carleton Place
It's a secret no longer that Metro Inc will be opening a Food Basics outlet in Carleton Place. Council's committee recently approved a uniqu...
Oct 26, 2026

Smiths Falls tourism funding increase set to win approval
Smiths Falls council's committee of the whole is recommending a $5,000 increase in funding for the Smiths Falls & District Chamber of Co...
Oct 26, 2026

Smiths Falls looks to fill committee vacancies after election
Smiths Falls is preparing to recruit new members for its municipal boards and committees after the October 26th municipal election. Clerk Ke...
Oct 23, 2026
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Carleton Place buys properties
At a recent Carleton Place council meeting, two bylaws were passed authorizing the Town to purchase two properties in the central zone. 135 ...
Oct 22, 2026
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Smiths Falls is digitizing cemetery records to help families find loved ones
Smiths Falls is taking steps to make it easier for people to find where loved ones are buried, as the town works to modernize its Hillcrest ...
Oct 22, 2026
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Perth establishing new Community Safety Zone near two schools
Drivers travelling near two Perth schools will soon face a new Community Safety Zone and a 40 km/h speed limit. The Town of Perth is establi...
Oct 22, 2026
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Smiths Falls Mayor Pankow thanks Lanark County at final meeting
Smiths Falls Mayor Shawn Pankow was greeted with a round of applause after sharing his thanks and appreciation for the last 12 years sitting...
Oct 21, 2026

Lewis Koluk makes his case to Smiths Falls voters
Lewis Koluk wants to be your voice in Smiths Falls. The council candidate offered his thoughts on the town staying with a local police force...
Oct 21, 2026

Lower Beverley Lake Park still has key planning and building work to complete
Rideau Lakes says several major steps still need to be completed before outstanding planning and building issues at Lower Beverley Lake Park...
Oct 21, 2026
