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Take in a flick at one of Ontario’s 16 remaining drive-ins — Here is everything to know about the Port Elmsley Drive-In

Perth, Ontario · Perth

Take in a flick at one of Ontario’s 16 remaining drive-ins — Here is everything to know about the Port Elmsley Drive-In

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Experience the magic of watching a movie under the stars at the Port Elmsley Drive-In, situated between Perth and Smiths Falls. This drive-in theater offers a unique viewing experience with programs changing on Fridays and running from Wednesday to Sunday See the Story

Looking to plan a day trip to the Ottawa Valley? Here’s where you can eat and things to do during a day trip to 4 towns

Carleton Place · Carleton Place

Looking to plan a day trip to the Ottawa Valley? Here’s where you can eat and things to do during a day trip to 4 towns

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From local goods to handcrafted drinks, from trails to museums and more, here are some places to eat and things to do in Carleton Place, Smiths Falls, Perth and Almonte.See the Story

Woman Found to Be Driving Impaired by OPP During Springwater R.I.D.E. Check

Sports · Carleton Place

Woman Found to Be Driving Impaired by OPP During Springwater R.I.D.E. Check

Impaired driving-related charges were laid against a female driver late Friday night in Springwater Township during a R.I.D.E. program by Huronia West OPP. Just after 11 p.m. Friday, police conducted a R.I.D.E. program on Mills Street East in Springwater. They looked over a vehicle and a driver that stopped for the spot check. Officers were led to believe the driver, a 44-year-old from Oro-Medonte, was impaired by alcohol after speaking to her a…See the Story

New, modular Blakeney Bridge reopens to traffic

Lanark County has officially reopened the newly replaced Blakeney Bridge — a safer, wider two-lane crossing now open to vehicles and pedestrians.Mississippi Mills · Mississippi Mills Read Article

Sitting Down with the Whale Museum’s New Director | Islands' Weekly

He has only been the director of The Whale Museum for a few months, but Dr. Mike Kuperberg and his wife are already settling into the community and have set a few goals for the museum. “I’m reminded regularly how small and tight this community is. The people and place have been amazing. Everyone has been so warm and welcoming, supportive, greeting me and happy that I’m here,” Kuperberg said. “There seems to be a consensus that the Whale Museum i…Whales · Smiths Falls See the Story

Lanark County Asset Builders for youth celebrated

Lanark County Asset Builders were honoured for supporting local youth. Eight recipients were celebrated for their positive impact on young lives.Lanark County · Lanark County Read Article

Smiths Falls officers returned to active duty as external investigation continues into arrest video

Smiths Falls officers return to duty as Cornwall Police continues external investigation into a forceful arrest captured on video.Smiths Falls · Smiths Falls Read Article

Canada Day blaze in Smiths Falls extinguished after five hours

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A structure fire in Smiths Falls on Canada Day called for the assistance of multiple fire departments.Canada Day · Smiths Falls Read Article

Toilet paper theft, a bridge too close and a cruiser rammed: June’s Smiths Falls police reports

SUBMITTED Beckwith Street bridge closed due to person in crisis On June 15th, 2025 Smiths Falls Police Service received a report of a male possibly in a mental health crisis on the Beckwith Street bridge. Members of Smiths Falls Police responded immediately to the area, including the Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT) Nurse. Upon arrival, it was confirmed that the male had already jumped once from the bridge and was planning to jump again. Smit…Mental Health · Smiths Falls Read Article

Smiths Falls crossing guard recognized as asset builder by Lanark County

Longtime Smiths Falls crossing guard Gary Lackey retires after 15 years of smiles, waves, and service to local youth.Smiths Falls · Smiths Falls Read Article

UPDATED: Smiths Falls police officers cleared for active duty amid investigation of early June arrest incident

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A segment of a privately recorded video that was posted anonymously on social media, and has not been verified by Inside Ottawa Valley, appears to depict an officer from the Smiths Falls Police Service (SFPS) pulling a woman, who is handcuffed behind her back, from the back seat of a police cruiser by one leg, subsequently pinning her to the ground.Social Media · Smiths Falls Read Article

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