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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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Rob Swan visited the Smiths Falls Curling and Squash Club on Nov. 7 during his Curling Across the Nation tour. Details: www.hometownnews.ca/rob-swan-smi...
#SmithsFalls #Curling #RobSwan
December 3, 2025 at 2:20 PM
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🎄 Mississippi Mills hosts 3 magical days of holiday events Dec. 5–7, including Light Up the Night and two Santa Claus parades. Food donations encouraged. Details: www.hometownnews.ca/mississippi-...
#MississippiMills #HolidayEvents #ChristmasEvents
December 1, 2025 at 7:13 PM
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Richard Kidd has been sworn in for his fourth term as Lanark County warden, emphasizing communication and teamwork for 2026. Full story: www.hometownnews.ca/richard-kidd...
#LanarkCounty #LanarkCountyCouncil #RichardKidd
November 27, 2025 at 6:11 PM
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Smiths Falls residents raise accessibility, safety, and communication concerns as the George Street reconstruction project nears completion. Paving and sod work are scheduled to finish in early December. Details: www.hometownnews.ca/george-stree...
#SmithsFalls #MunicipalMatters
November 26, 2025 at 10:42 PM
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A new docuseries launches on what would have been Emma Fillipoff’s 40th birthday, revisiting the case of the missing Victoria woman. Produced with her mother, Shelley Fillipoff of Perth. Full story: www.hometownnews.ca/emma-fillipo...
#EmmaFillipoff #MissingPerson
November 26, 2025 at 6:12 PM
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The Holiday Train arrives in Merrickville, Smiths Falls, and Perth on Nov. 28! Enjoy live music, festive treats, and support local food banks. Details: www.hometownnews.ca/holiday-trai...
#HolidayTrain #SmithsFalls #PerthON #Merrickville
November 25, 2025 at 4:16 PM
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Smiths Falls Bears shut out the Brockville Braves 4–0 on Sunday, strengthening their lead in the Robinson Division. Details: www.hometownnews.ca/smiths-falls...
#SmithsFallsBears #CCHL
November 25, 2025 at 2:44 PM
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Smiths Falls pushed the Build a Mountain of Food campaign past 100,000 lbs, collecting over 22,500 lbs locally plus $10,551.50 in donations. Full story: www.hometownnews.ca/build-a-moun...
#BuildAMountainOfFood #SmithsFalls
November 24, 2025 at 9:24 PM
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Ontario Provincial Police are investigating a fatal collision on Highway 29 near Smiths Falls. One person has died, and the road remains closed with detours in place. Stay tuned: www.hometownnews.ca/fatal-collis...
#OPP #FatalCollision #SmithsFalls
November 20, 2025 at 7:39 PM
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Carleton Place’s Property Management Department sees work orders nearly double in a year. Arena, pool, and accessibility projects set for 2026, with some energy-efficiency upgrades pending grants. Read more: www.hometownnews.ca/property-man...
#CarletonPlace #MunicipalMatters
November 20, 2025 at 5:45 PM
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The Nathan Sloniowski Trio headlines a Christmas benefit at the Carleton Place Gallery on Dec. 6 to support the Carleton Place Youth Centre, which offers programs for children aged 8–15. Read more: www.hometownnews.ca/carleton-pla...
#CarletonPlace #YouthCentre
November 20, 2025 at 4:18 PM
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Carleton Place council is reviewing proposed 2026 parks upgrades, including Civitan Athletic Park, Riverside Park splash pad, Johnston Street Park, Carleton Junction, Miller’s Crossing rink, and Mississippi River Gathering Place.
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#CarletonPlace #2026Budget
November 18, 2025 at 7:10 PM
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The Smiths Falls Bears swept the Renfrew Wolves this weekend, winning 2–0 and 2–1 OT 🏒 Goaltender Ayo Ogini starred, with key goals from Davis Hails and Marc-Antoine Riopel.
Full recap: www.hometownnews.ca/smiths-falls...
#SmithsFallsBears #CCHL
November 17, 2025 at 6:33 PM
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Lanark County Interval House is preparing for the holiday season as more women and children turn to the shelter. Donations of money or items like toys and clothes help bring support and holiday cheer. Learn more: www.hometownnews.ca/lanark-count...
#LanarkCounty #CommunitySupport
November 13, 2025 at 11:30 PM
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Mississippi Mills recognized local businesses at the Long-Standing Business Appreciation Night, honoring milestones from 10 to 65+ years. Full story: www.hometownnews.ca/long-standin...
#MississippiMills #BusinessAppreciation
November 12, 2025 at 5:20 PM
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The Build a Mountain of Food campaign is off to a strong start! On Nov. 8, shoppers in Almonte and Carleton Place helped raise 6,254 lbs of food and $5,172 for The Hunger Stop.
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#BuildAMountainOfFood #TheHungerStop
November 10, 2025 at 7:09 PM
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The Smiths Falls Bears had a thrilling week! After a 3–2 road loss to Cornwall Thursday, they battled Ottawa at home in a 3–2 shootout. The Bears bounced back Sunday with a 6–2 win over Pembroke. 👉 hometownnews.ca/smiths-falls...
#SmithsFalls #SmithsFallsBears #RobinsonDivision
November 10, 2025 at 5:08 PM
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Smiths Falls marked its first Indigenous Veterans Day on Nov. 8 with a brief ceremony at the Cenotaph. Wreaths were laid to honour Indigenous veterans’ service and sacrifices. 🌿🎖️
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#IndigenousVeteransDay #SmithsFalls
November 10, 2025 at 4:19 PM
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Turtle painting, Christmas markets, and Remembrance Day ceremonies are happening across Lanark County this weekend! 🎨🎄 Explore local art, support food drives, and honour veterans.
Full lineup: www.hometownnews.ca/hometown-hap...
#HometownHappenings #LanarkCounty
November 7, 2025 at 7:48 PM
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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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#SmithsFalls #SFPS
October 24, 2025 at 7:37 PM
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A resident shares concerns over Rideau Lakes council disputes, IC complaints, and calls for a new election. Full details 👉 www.hometownnews.ca/rideau-lakes...
#RideauLakes #RideauLakesCouncil #LetterToTheEditor
October 13, 2025 at 4:45 PM
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🎉 The new Winner’s store at 430 McNeely St, Carleton Place opened Sept. 29! Local leaders joined the ribbon-cutting, and staff welcomed eager shoppers to 24,327 sq. ft. of retail space. 🛍️ #CarletonPlace #GrandOpening #Winners #ShopLocal
October 2, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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📚 Arlene Stafford-Wilson is launching her latest book, "Lanark County Mansions: Spectacular Homes and Fascinating Families".

Join her for a signing on Saturday, Sept. 20 from noon to 3 p.m. at The Book Nook & Other Treasures, 60 Gore St. E., Perth.

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September 15, 2025 at 4:05 PM
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Arlene Stafford-Wilson is launching her latest book, "Lanark County Mansions: Spectacular Homes and Fascinating Families". Join her for a signing on Saturday, Sept. 20 from noon to 3 p.m. at The Book Nook & Other Treasures, 60 Gore St. E., Perth.

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September 5, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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Downtown Perth comes alive Saturday, Sept. 13, for the Perth Night Market. Enjoy 120+ vendors, live music, magicians, interactive performances, and fun for all ages.
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#PerthOntario #PerthNightMarket
September 5, 2025 at 3:39 PM