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Hometown News, serving the vibrant communities of Lanark, Leeds, and North Grenville, is a trusted source of local news, information, and community engagement, providing coverage of the events, stories, and issues that shape our diverse region.
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Hometown News @hometownnewslc.bsky.social · 1d
Smiths Falls Police arrested 5 people in separate investigations involving theft, assault, forged documents, and firearm offences. Some remain in custody, others released with conditions.
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Hometown News @hometownnewslc.bsky.social · 1d
Spooky fun across Lanark County and North Leeds and Grenville! Join the Halloween Town parade in Smiths Falls, Perth Ghost Walk, or escape rooms at the Smiths Falls Library. Harvest markets, costume contests & live music for all ages. Details: www.hometownnews.ca/hometown-hap...
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Hometown Happenings brings Halloween fun Oct. 24–26
From ghost walks to harvest markets, Hometown Happenings highlights Halloween weekend events across Lanark, Leeds, and Rideau Lakes.
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Hometown News @hometownnewslc.bsky.social · 1d
Rideau Lakes Council enforces a formal reprimand against Mayor Arie Hoogenboom following Integrity Commissioner reports. Breaches of confidentiality and misleading statements were cited. Mayor Hoogenboom apologized. Details: www.hometownnews.ca/rideau-lakes...
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Rideau Lakes council enforces reprimand to Mayor Oct. 23
Rideau Lakes council enforces reprimand to Mayor Hoogenboom following Integrity Commissioner reports on breaches, misleading statements.
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Hometown News @hometownnewslc.bsky.social · 1d
Mississippi Mills Council moves forward on key community priorities. Youth Centre funding approved, housing plans advancing, and Mill of Kintail Museum to get long-term support. October is Dwarfism Awareness Month. Details: www.hometownnews.ca/mississippi-...
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Mississippi Mills council meeting key highlights Oct. 21
Mississippi Mills council talk clean 2024 audit, housing plans, youth centre funding, museum support, and celebrates Dwarfism Awareness Month.
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Hometown News @hometownnewslc.bsky.social · 1d
Carleton Place council kicked off 2026 budget talks under new strong mayor legislation. Topics included councillor pay, paper billing fees, and museum accessibility updates. Public comments open until Nov. 18. Details: www.hometownnews.ca/carleton-pla...
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Carleton Place council meets Oct. 21 to debate pay, fees
Carleton Place council discuss pay raises, paper billing fees, budget talks under strong mayor legislation, and museum accessibility upgrades.
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Hometown News @hometownnewslc.bsky.social · 2d
Smiths Falls introduces its first electric ice resurfacer, Sherlock Ohms ❄️ Replacing an older propane unit at the Memorial Community Centre, it cuts 9–10 tonnes of CO₂ annually and is quieter and safer. 🔗 Details: www.hometownnews.ca/electric-ice...
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Smiths Falls proudly unveils first electric ice resurfacer
Smiths Falls introduces its first electric ice resurfacer, Sherlock Ohms, at the Memorial Community Centre for a greener, quieter ice season.
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Hometown News @hometownnewslc.bsky.social · 2d
The Lanark County Food Bank – The Hunger Stop is calling on community “elves” for its 17th annual Sandy Claus Stocking Drive 🎄 Drop off stockings filled with toiletries and treats Nov. 10–Dec. 15 at 84 Mill St., Carleton Place. 🔗 Details: www.hometownnews.ca/lanark-count...
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Lanark County Food Bank’s 17th Annual Stocking Drive
The Lanark County Food Bank is calling on community “elves” to help fill stockings for its 17th annual Sandy Claus Stocking Drive in Carleton Place.
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Hometown News @hometownnewslc.bsky.social · 2d
The Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing will actively monitor Rideau Lakes Council meetings following months of disruptions and 24 Integrity Commissioner investigations. Details: www.hometownnews.ca/rideau-lakes...
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Rideau Lakes council under strict watch after 24 IC cases
Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing will monitor Rideau Lakes Council meetings amid ongoing Integrity Commissioner investigations.
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Hometown News @hometownnewslc.bsky.social · 3d
Smiths Falls has opened a new Cataraqui Trailhead on Lombard Street. It offers parking for 20 vehicles and access to the 104 km Cataraqui Trail. Opening ceremony: 11 a.m., Oct. 24, 2025.
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Smiths Falls opens new Cataraqui Trailhead Oct. 24
Smiths Falls opens the new Cataraqui Trailhead on Lombard Street Oct. 24, improving trail access, parking, and safety for residents and visitors.
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Hometown News @hometownnewslc.bsky.social · 5d
The EODL One-Act Festival thrills Merrickville Nov. 7–9, featuring nine theatre troupes and live performances. Full details: www.hometownnews.ca/eodl-one-act...
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EODL One-Act Festival thrills Nov. 7–9 in Merrickville
The EODL One-Act Festival returns to Merrickville Nov. 7–9, featuring nine theatre troupes, community spirit, and a weekend of live performances.
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Hometown News @hometownnewslc.bsky.social · 5d
Smiths Falls Bears dominate weekend games, beating Nepean Raiders and Cornwall Colts. Stay updated on Smiths Falls news: www.hometownnews.ca/smiths-falls...
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Smiths Falls Bears dominate Cornwall Colts 7–2 game
Smiths Falls Bears dominate Cornwall Colts 7–2 and beat Nepean Raiders, climbing the Robinson Division. Latest Smiths Falls news inside.
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Hometown News @hometownnewslc.bsky.social · 7d
Rideau Lakes council imposes a 105-day suspension on Coun. Pollard and publicly reprimands Mayor Hoogenboom after Integrity Commissioner findings. Full details: www.hometownnews.ca/rideau-lakes...
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Rideau Lakes council imposes 105-day penalty on Pollard
Rideau Lakes council imposes a 105-day suspension on Coun. Pollard and issues a public reprimand to Mayor Hoogenboom following IC reports.
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Hometown News @hometownnewslc.bsky.social · 9d
Across Rideau Lakes, children once learned in one- and two-room schoolhouses, with teachers filling multiple roles. The Red Brick Schoolhouse in Elgin preserves this history. Details 🔗 www.hometownnews.ca/red-brick-sc...
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The Red Brick Schoolhouse: Elgin’s iconic 1887 Landmark
The Red Brick Schoolhouse in Elgin, built in 1887, preserves Rideau Lakes’ schoolhouse history with restored classrooms and heritage displays.
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Hometown News @hometownnewslc.bsky.social · 10d
Councillor Dustin Bulloch backs the Elect Respect campaign, calling for civility in Rideau Lakes council meetings. Full details: www.hometownnews.ca/councillor-d...
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Councillor Dustin Bulloch joins 150+ leaders for civility
Councillor Dustin Bulloch supports Elect Respect, urging Rideau Lakes council to commit to civility and professionalism in public politics.
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Hometown News @hometownnewslc.bsky.social · 11d
Laurie Weir shares her opinion on leadership struggles in Rideau Lakes council. She reflects on the Mayor's request for the province to vacate all council seats, staff walkouts, integrity commissioner reports, and tense council meetings. Read more: www.hometownnews.ca/rideau-lakes...
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Rideau Lakes leadership struggles highlighted in opinion
Laurie Weir’s opinion reflects on Rideau Lakes Mayor and council dysfunction, citing integrity commissioner reports and governance challenges.
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Hometown News @hometownnewslc.bsky.social · 11d
Smiths Falls Police responded to multiple incidents, including a traffic stop, a robbery, shoplifting cases, a residential disturbance, and intimate partner violence.
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Smiths Falls Police Make 9 Arrests in Multiple Cases
Smiths Falls Police investigated multiple incidents, seizing weapons and charging suspects in shoplifting, robbery, and assaults across Smiths Falls.
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Hometown News @hometownnewslc.bsky.social · 11d
Montague Township council approved a home built without permits to stay as storage for one year. The $5,000 fine was reduced to $1,000. The structure must remain unoccupied until removal. Full story: www.hometownnews.ca/montague-tow...
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Montague Township council approves 1-year storage for home
Montague Township council allows a home built without permits to remain as storage for one year, ensuring safety and reducing the fine to $1,000.
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Hometown News @hometownnewslc.bsky.social · 11d
Carleton Place council approved fire dept. staffing expansion, a Hydro One easement, arena dehumidifier replacement, and four paving projects to improve safety and accessibility.
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Carleton Place council Oct. 8 Approves Fire, Arena & Paving
Carleton Place council on Oct. 8 approves fire staffing, Hydro One easement, arena repairs, and local paving projects ahead of winter.
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Hometown News @hometownnewslc.bsky.social · 12d
Smiths Falls council approves Royal Canadian Legion plan for two commemorative crosswalks and renaming part of Confederation Drive as Veterans Way.
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Smiths Falls Royal Canadian Legion unveils 2 crosswalks
Smiths Falls Royal Canadian Legion gets council approval for two crosswalks and renaming part of Confederation Drive as Veterans Way.
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Hometown News @hometownnewslc.bsky.social · 12d
A resident shares concerns over Rideau Lakes council disputes, IC complaints, and calls for a new election. Full details 👉 www.hometownnews.ca/rideau-lakes...
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Hometown News @hometownnewslc.bsky.social · 12d
🎉 CP Catch the Ace is BACK in Carleton Place! Support the CPDMH Foundation & Royal Canadian Legion Branch 192 with weekly prizes and live draws every Thursday at 6 p.m.
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CP Catch the Ace returns for another exciting season
CP Catch the Ace is back in Carleton Place, supporting the CPDMH Foundation and Legion Branch 192 with weekly prizes and community fun.
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Hometown News @hometownnewslc.bsky.social · 13d
Smiths Falls Bears dropped both weekend games to Rockland Nationals: 5-3 Friday, 6-4 Saturday. Gus Rabe, D.J. Ott, and Tyson Parker stood out. 🏒
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Smiths Falls Bears lose 5-3, 6-4 to Rockland Nationals
The Smiths Falls Bears dropped both games of a weekend home-and-home against the undefeated Rockland Nationals in CCHL action.
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Hometown News @hometownnewslc.bsky.social · 14d
Rideau Lakes Mayor Arie Hoogenboom urges provincial dissolution of council after governance breakdown and Oct. 6 meeting chaos. 🔗 www.hometownnews.ca/rideau-lakes...
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Rideau Lakes Mayor urges council dissolution after Oct. 6
Rideau Lakes Mayor requests provincial intervention to dissolve council, while MPP Steve Clark seeks help restoring proper governance.
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Hometown News @hometownnewslc.bsky.social · 15d
Smiths Falls Hyundai joined Hyundai Hope on Wheels and regional dealers to donate $150K to support paediatric cancer care at Kingston Health Sciences Centre. 💛
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Hyundai Hope on Wheels $150K donation for paediatric care
Hyundai Hope on Wheels donates $150K to fund paediatric cancer care at Kingston Health Sciences Centre and support services for families.
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Hometown News @hometownnewslc.bsky.social · 15d
Concerts, markets, and craft nights light up Smiths Falls, Perth, Carleton Place, Almonte, Montague, Rideau Lakes & Westport this Thanksgiving weekend! 🎶🎨🚂
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Hometown Happenings Celebrates Thanksgiving Oct. 10–12
Check out Hometown Happenings Oct. 10–12: farmers’ markets, concerts, studio tours, craft nights, and family fun across your region.
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