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Lanark County paramedic given Ontario’s top honors for rescuing unconscious driver from burning vehicle

2 days ago | insideottawavalley.com | Taylor Clark

When Lanark County Paramedic Service superintendent Michael White began his shift on Dec. 31, he thought he might encounter some out-of-hand parties and tomfoolery. He certainly didn’t expect to be crawling through the rear door of a burning vehicle. “New Year’s Eve, always rolling the dice,” said White.
Pink Pony Pride promises to be like no other street party in Smiths Falls

3 days ago | insideottawavalley.com | Taylor Clark

Saddle up and kick off Pride season in Lanark County with Pink Pony Pride on June 6 in Smiths Falls. Smiths Falls Pride and the Smiths Falls Chamber of Commerce have joined forces to bring a free all-ages street party to Russell Street East. Local bites, artisans, makers, live music, family-friendly drag performances, games, and activities will line the road from Market Street to Beckwith Street.
Meet Wally Cook: Carleton Place’s last remaining Second World War veteran

4 days ago | insideottawavalley.com | Tara Gesner

Wally Cook, who turns 99 in September, is Carleton Place’s last remaining Second World War veteran. During an intimate gathering at Waterside Retirement Community last Thursday, May 29, Cook was the guest of honour, receiving his 65-year bar from his Capt. A. Roy Brown Branch 192 comrades — Kevin Francis, president, Peter Schaffer, past president, and George Wood, veterans’ services officer.
Out-of-budget heavy equipment ask OK’d by Smiths Falls following February garage fire

4 days ago | insideottawavalley.com | Taylor Clark

An out-of-budget expenditure has Smiths Falls in tip-top shape for the upcoming winter season after a garage fire rendered close to $750,000 worth of heavy equipment unusable earlier this year. Paul McMunn, director of public works and utilities, brought the request to council for approval on May 26. Just the facts A large fire erupted inside the public works garage on Air Care Drive on Feb. 21.
‘Safe’: OPP says woman, 40, last seen in Merrickville has been located

4 days ago | insideottawavalley.com | Tara Gesner

A 40-year-old woman who was last seen on Thursday, May 29, in Merrickville has been located safe, Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) said Monday, June 2. Earlier in the day, OPP officers were visible in the area of Armstrong Road. “We do have officers looking around out that area — out in the woods — because she is missing and we do not know where she is,” Bill Dickson, media relations co-ordinator for OPP East Region told Inside Ottawa Valley.
Smiths Falls Porchfest is this Saturday. Here’s what roads motorists will have to avoid

1 week ago | insideottawavalley.com | Taylor Clark

Smiths Falls Porchfest is back on May 31 and the town has issued two road closures for the event. Motorists are advised that Glen Avenue, from James Street to Maple Avenue, and George Street, from Montgomery Place to Gladstone Avenue, will be closed from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.From 4:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., Russell Street West, from James Street to George Street South, will be closed off. Smiths Falls Porchfest is a community gathering featuring live music.
Effort to override strong mayor powers defeated at Rideau Lakes

1 week ago | insideottawavalley.com | Taylor Clark

A decision by the Rideau Lakes mayor — to veto sending work on the Chantry Municipal Offices out for tender — stands after council failed to overturn the decision on May 28. Mayor Arie Hoogenboom exercised his newly acquired strong mayor powers by overturning the confirmatory bylaw passed five to three at a special meeting of council on May 12. The bylaw authorized the township to advance with plans for an addition and retrofit to the municipal offices, a heated topic around the council table.
Rideau Lakes mayor exercises strong-mayor powers in municipal offices dispute

1 week ago | insideottawavalley.com | Taylor Clark

Weeks after gaining expanded authority, Rideau Lakes Mayor Arie Hoogenboom has made his first decree under the provincial strong-mayor powers. In a written notice issued May 26, Hoogenboom confirmed his decision to veto sending the $4.5-million retrofit and addition to the Chantry Municipal Offices out for tender.
‘TACO’: Decision blocking Trump’s tariffs sparks social media trend. Here’s what it means

1 week ago | insideottawavalley.com | Mike Pearson

The term “TACO” is trending on social media following a decision blocking U.S. President Donald Trump’s fentanyl and border-security tariffs. After Trump imposed levies on Canada and other nations under the guise of national security, a U.S. court has ruled he lacks the authority to levy certain tariffs.
Places you can brew up some good times across the Ottawa Valley

1 week ago | insideottawavalley.com | Taylor Clark

Ottawa Valley is home to over a dozen craft breweries, offering a variety of experiences and beer from sour to Bavarian styles. Whether you’re a beer connoisseur or just curious about what your own backyard has to offer, here is a list of must-sees independent breweries. The brewing company was a first for Smiths Falls. The goal of the five local owners is to bring craft brewing to the heart of the Rideau Canal. From hoppy IPAs to rich stouts, there’s a variety of craft beers to choose from.