@hometownnewslc.bsky.socialBig Brothers Big Sisters of Lanark County has received a $180,300 Ontario Trillium Foundation grant to expand culturally relevant youth mentorship programs, aiming to reach 140 children and youth over two years.
Full story: hometownnews.ca/big-brothers...
@hometownnewslc.bsky.socialLanark County Paramedic Service Chief Travis Mellema and Commander Janice Steele have received Emergency Medical Services Exemplary Service Medals, recognizing exemplary conduct, dedication and service.
Full story: hometownnews.ca/lanark-count...
@elysiarourke.bsky.socialALMONTE!
Today I'm hanging out with my besties @millstreetbooks to sign copies of #WhaleFall and chat about local writing initiatives, including @lam_literaryartsmagazine and the Almonte Writers Guild!
@elysiarourke.bsky.socialTOMORROW! Come visit me at @millstreetbooks to chat orcas and pick up your copy of #WhaleFall (and get it signed too!)
@hometownnewslc.bsky.socialLanark Transportation is marking 25 years serving Lanark County and Smiths Falls. The non-profit has grown from two vehicles in 2001 to a fleet of 19, including five accessible vehicles.
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@hometownnewslc.bsky.socialThe Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust’s annual Fall Colours Walk returns to Blueberry Mountain Oct. 3, with a 5-km round-trip hike to the lookout.
Full details: hometownnews.ca/blueberry-mo...
@hometownnewslc.bsky.socialLanark County is saying no, for now, to an ALTO confidentiality agreement as potential high-speed rail routes are considered through the county. Councillors left open reconsidering it later.
Full story: hometownnews.ca/lanark-count...
@hometownnewslc.bsky.socialLanark County will spend about $43,800 to move fire communications equipment to the Air Care Drive water tower before Smiths Falls removes its old tower.
Full story: hometownnews.ca/lanark-count...
@hometownnewslc.bsky.socialPerth and three neighbouring municipalities are moving ahead with feasibility work for a proposed regional recreation facility with an indoor pool and double-pad arena. Construction has not been approved.
Full story: hometownnews.ca/perth-region...
@hometownnewslc.bsky.socialCarleton Place will be the first North American stop for the 160.5-metre Rushnyk of Unity at UA FEST Sept. 13. A Lanark County panel created locally this summer will be sewn onto the international work.
Read article: hometownnews.ca/rushnyk-of-u...
@hometownnewslc.bsky.socialOntario is increasing ambulance funding for Lanark and Frontenac counties as paramedic services face growing demand. Lanark will receive $7.3M, up 5%, while Frontenac receives $14.3M, up 14%.
Full story: hometownnews.ca/ontario-ambu...
@hometownnewslc.bsky.socialThe Lanark County Harvest Festival returns Sept. 13 with local food, farmers, producers, artisans, agricultural displays, demonstrations and family activities. The free event runs 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Beckwith Park.
@hometownnewslc.bsky.socialQuestions over Smiths Falls’ railway underpasses are reaching back more than a century. MP Scott Reid’s office is searching historical records to help determine repair and maintenance responsibilities.
Full story: hometownnews.ca/smiths-falls...
@hometownnewslc.bsky.socialVoting options differ by municipality, from internet and telephone voting to paper ballots. Laurie Weir examines those differences and why residents should know their options before voting begins.
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