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Local MP Michael Barrett says the increased tariffs on Canadian aluminum are more reason to keep manufacturing on Canadian soil. Barrett says the Opposition will support the government however they ca...

A fire Tuesday morning in Smiths Falls resulted in Lombard St. closed alongside a couple of businesses. The Smiths Falls Fire Department received the call around 8:45 AM to attend a call of billowing ...

Rideau Lakes Mayor Arie Hoogenboom's apologized for claiming in an interview with the CBC he had received advice from the office of MPP Steve Clark prior to using strong mayor powers to veto the Chant...

A new mediation date has been set between Caivan Limited and the Town of Perth regarding the proposed subdivision near the Perth Golf Course. The matter has been before the Ontario Land Tribunal for s...

Entomologist Taz Stuart is a huge supporter of reducing the risk of mosquitoes as we are into outdoor living. He agrees that we should look at our lawns and yards through the eyes of a mosquito to eli...

The Lanark Community Alliance has launched a new online hub to make it easier for residents to connect with local support services. The site serves as a central access point for information on partner...

Two Smiths Falls police officers have been placed on administrative duties following a June 7, 2025, arrest that was partially captured on video and shared on social media. The incident happened aroun...

Police in Smiths Falls have shared new details about the arrest of a 29-year-old woman. Part of the incident was captured on civilian video and posted to social media. The woman was arrested on Saturd...

Last year Mississippi Mills partnered with BuildingIN, an organization that works with municipalities to address housing challenges by supporting the development of multi-unit low-rise infill housing....

Conservative Government House Leader Steve Clark says the province isn't standing idle after steel tariffs were hiked by 50% by President Donald Trump. Clark says Premier Ford won't back down. Clark c...