
‘Small Town, Big Stories’: Smiths Falls launches its first literary festival
After 18 months of work, the community of Smiths Falls has come together to create the inaugural Smiths Falls Literary Festival.

After 18 months of work, the community of Smiths Falls has come together to create the inaugural Smiths Falls Literary Festival.
Brockville Mayor Matt Wren says he is recovering at home after suffering a mild stroke last week, and plans to continue carrying out his duties as mayor.
What began as a support group for breast cancer survivors more than 25 years ago has grown into a close-knit team of women who are now preparing to represent the Ottawa Valley on an international stage.
The annual Festival of the Wild Child is returning to High Lonesome Nature Reserve in Pakenham for an immersive and educational day in nature for the whole family.
The Office of the Fire Marshal is investigating a house explosion that took place in the McDonald's Corners area of Lanark Highlands on Tuesday, Aug. 18.
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Another member of Trenton’s old guard is gone.
Eben James II passed away earlier this month. He was 99.
A 65-year-old Belleville man is facing charges after police say he repeatedly called 911 for non-emergency reasons despite being warned to stop.
Just months after helping bring Perth's first Veteran Memorial Crosswalk to life, resident Don Rideout is already working another community initiative, this time at the the Great War Memorial Hospital.
Spirits were high as the Kayaking for Cancer team paddled into Newboro during their 26th annual journey along the Rideau Canal, proudly announcing a milestone that has been more than a quarter-century in the making.
A Lombardy sanctuary caring for 21 rescued chickens is opening its doors this weekend, giving visitors a chance to meet the flock and learn why its owners believe chickens deserve the same compassion as any other animal.
Construction is officially underway on a major reconstruction project for Old Almonte Road that will transform a large gravel section of the roadway into a paved route, stretching from southeast of Jack Dalgity Street to Appleton Side Road.
A third set of human remains discovered on a property northeast of Smiths Falls has been identified as Lawrence Bertrim, who disappeared nearly four years ago.
Clients of a Carleton Place nail salon are being advised to consult a healthcare provider after Southeast Public Health (SEPH) says they identified concerns involving the cleaning and disinfection of equipment.
Despite concerns that it may set a costly precedent, Belleville councillors agreed to come up with a plan to provide a temporary water supply to dozens of households in the city’s west end until permanent water pipes are installed.
Perth resident and local business owner Stephanie Drummond says she's entering the race for mayor because she believes the town has fallen behind neighbouring communities and needs a renewed focus on financial management, improved infrastructure and attracting more young families to the town.
A First World War veteran whose legacy helped shape health care, education and public life in Ontario will soon be recognized with a provincial heritage plaque in his hometown.
Doors Open Belleville is set to return this September, inviting residents and visitors to explore and learn the history of the city's buildings and historic sites.
Brockville’s waterfront is serving up a taste of a Canadian classic as Poutine Feast rolls into the Thousand Islands region for a weekend of food, music and family-friendly activities.
The Carleton Place Canoe Club is set to expand opportunities for adults to get more comfortable and skilled out on the water after receiving a $293,200 grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation to grow its recreational paddling programs.
As First Nations Technical Institute (FNTI) on Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory continues to grow, the provincial government has announced funding to help the aviation training school do so safely.