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Canada Day blaze in Smiths Falls extinguished after five hours

Canada Day · Smiths Falls

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.Read Article

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

Whales · Smiths Falls

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…See the Story

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

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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.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

Ottawa duo raising funds for Smiths Falls Community Food Bank with 12-hour walk into town

Two Ottawa personalities plan a 56 km walk to Smiths Falls this summer to raise $10K for the food bank and highlight growing food insecurity in the reSmiths Falls · Smiths Falls Read Article

Rideau Artist of the Year announces competition winners

SUBMITTED The Smiths Falls Heritage House Museum is pleased to announce the winners of the 2025 Rideau Artist of the Year Competition. Over 20 regional artists were challenged to complete an original piece of artwork in the style of en plein air. Using the waterway and the surroundings as their inspiration, artists had up to 12 hours to complete their works and submit them to the panel of three art jurors for review. The jurors, all very talente…Smiths Falls · Smiths Falls Read Article

Smiths Falls Legion raises $46,000 during 2024 Poppy Campaign

Smiths Falls Legion raises $46,000 in 2024 Poppy Campaign to support local veterans and families through emergency aid, medical help, and community prSmiths Falls · Smiths Falls Read Article

Smiths Falls trail network set to connect parks schools and community spaces

Smiths Falls is moving forward with plans to improve its trail network, aiming to create more connected, accessible, and engaging green spaces acrossSmiths Falls · Smiths Falls Read Article

ATV access to expand in south end of Smiths Falls following council approval

Smiths Falls council has approved expanded ATV access through town, giving RLATVC members legal routes that support trail continuity and local tourismSmiths Falls · Smiths Falls Read Article

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