Be a Donor Month Smiths Falls: Rates Above Average, Registration Gap Remains Be a Donor Month Smiths Falls highlights organ donation rates above the Ontario average, while registration levels remain below half.

Smiths Falls is taking part in a provincewide effort to boost organ and tissue donation, with April marked as Be a Donor Month and April 7 as Green Shirt Day.

Details: www.hometownnews.ca/be-a-donor-m...

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The swamps are busy this time of year! (Saturday evening, just north of Smiths Falls, Ontario) #eastcoastkin #naturephotography #wildlifephotography #mammals #beaver #smithsfalls #ontario #Canada #nikon

Smiths Falls Police Interrupt Home Invasion, Lay Charges Smiths Falls Police report multiple charges including attempted home invasion, child abuse and impaired driving in March incidents.

Smiths Falls Police interrupted an attempted home invasion during proactive patrol. Charges were laid in several incidents, including a child abuse investigation and impaired driving cases.

Full report: hometownnews.ca/smiths-falls...

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Smiths Falls Police Lay Impaired, Theft Charges in March Smiths Falls Police report multiple arrests including impaired driving, theft, and mischief charges in a series of March incidents.

Smiths Falls Police laid multiple charges following investigations into theft, impaired driving and mischief, including a water tower incident and several traffic stops.

Full report: hometownnews.ca/smiths-falls...

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Smiths Falls Council Reviews Pay, Planning and Climate March 23 Smiths Falls council reviewed pay, planning, climate targets and infrastructure updates during a wide-ranging March 23 meeting.

Smiths Falls council released 2025 pay, approved added funding for permit software, advanced Official Plan work, reviewed a draft climate plan, and confirmed 100% water compliance.

Detail: hometownnews.ca/smiths-falls...

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Smiths Falls Parking Fines Could Rise, Private Lot Enforcement Ends Smiths Falls parking fines could rise to $30–$40 as the town reviews rates, ends private lot enforcement and refocuses efforts on downtown streets.

Smiths Falls is considering higher parking fines, with rates proposed to rise to $30–$40. Staff recommend ending enforcement on private lots and focusing on downtown.

Details: hometownnews.ca/smiths-falls...

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Smiths Falls Armed Robbery and Break-Ins Lead to Arrests Smiths Falls armed robbery and break and enter investigations lead to two arrests by SFPS following incidents on March 24 and 26.

Smiths Falls Police have arrested two people in connection with an armed robbery and two break-ins linked to incidents on March 24 and 26. Both face multiple charges and were held for bail hearings.

Details: hometownnews.ca/smiths-falls...

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Smiths Falls Building Activity Report Shows 2025 Stability Smiths Falls building activity remained steady in 2025, with housing and institutional development dipping slightly, permit activity held consistent.

Smiths Falls building activity remained steady in 2025, despite modest declines in housing and several sectors. A report to council says overall permit activity and revenue stayed consistent.

Details: hometownnews.ca/smiths-falls...

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Smiths Falls Recreation Facility Committee Names 4 Members Council names four members to guide planning of the Smiths Falls recreation facility, a proposed $49 million regional project with partners.

Smiths Falls has named members to a steering committee for a proposed $49M recreation facility. The group will help guide planning in an advisory role with regional partners.

Details: hometownnews.ca/smiths-falls...

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Smiths Falls armed robbery, pawn shop break-in hours apart Police investigate a Smiths Falls armed robbery and pawn shop break-in that occurred hours apart, with suspects still outstanding.

Armed robbery and pawn shop break-in under investigation in Smiths Falls that occurred hours apart on March 26. Anyone with information is asked to contact Smiths Falls Police.

Details: hometownnews.ca/smiths-falls...

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Smiths Falls Bears defeat the Brockville Braves 6-2, scoring four goals in the second period to take control. Tyson Parker had two goals as the Bears extend their Bogart Cup series lead.

Full recap: hometownnews.ca/smiths-falls...

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Smiths Falls Bears lead 2-0 over Brockville Braves after a 3-2 OT win in Game 1 and a 3-1 victory in Game 2. Smiths Falls outshot Brockville in both games.

Full recap: www.hometownnews.ca/smiths-falls...

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Smiths Falls Long-Term Care Home 256-Bed Plan Starts with Severance Smiths Falls long-term care home proposal advances with land severance approved for 361 Queen St., marking an early step in planning process.

A land severance has been approved for 361 Queen St. in Smiths Falls, creating a parcel that could support a proposed 256-bed long-term care home. The project remains in early planning stages.

Details: www.hometownnews.ca/smiths-falls...

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Close encounter of the very Canadian kind 🇨🇦🦫 (Photographed last Saturday evening in a roadside swamp near #SmithsFalls, #Ontario) #eastcoastkin #naturephotography #wildlifephotography #beaver #mammals #canada #nikon

Smiths Falls High-Speed Rail Station Study Expected March 23 A consultant is preparing a business case for a Smiths Falls high-speed rail station, with findings expected at March 23 CoW meeting.

Smiths Falls is studying whether the town could secure a stop on the proposed Alto high-speed rail network. A consultant is preparing a business case that council is expected to review March 23. Details: www.hometownnews.ca/smiths-falls...
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Smiths Falls Recreation Facility: $49M Steering Committee Council supports a steering committee to guide early planning for the proposed Smiths Falls recreation facility and explore regional partnerships.

Smiths Falls supports creating a steering committee to guide early planning for a proposed $49M recreation facility. The advisory group would include councillors, regional partners and recreation user groups. Details: www.hometownnews.ca/smiths-falls...
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Smiths Falls Business Recycling Program Decision Delayed Council delayed a decision on Smiths Falls business recycling program after debate about low participation and the future of commercial recycling.

Smiths Falls council has delayed a decision on whether to cancel municipal recycling pickup for businesses after staff reported low participation in the new fee-for-service program. Details: www.hometownnews.ca/smiths-falls...
#SmithsFalls #Recycling

Smiths Falls Bears closed the regular season with three straight home wins, beating Hawkesbury, Navan and Brockville. Finishing first in their division and second overall in the CCHL standings.
Full recaps: www.hometownnews.ca/smiths-falls...
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Smiths Falls council approves purchase of a fire tanker from Rideau Lakes for $16K 🚒 Needed to maintain fire protection until a replacement arrives. Details: www.hometownnews.ca/smiths-falls...
#SmithsFalls #FireServices #MunicipalMatters

Smiths Falls Police arrest 13 in separate February incidents 13 individuals were arrested in Feb. across separate incidents for drug, weapon, theft, traffic, and probation/bail violations by Smiths Falls Police.

13 individuals were arrested in Smiths Falls in February for drug, weapon, theft, traffic, and probation/bail violations. Ages ranged from 18–53. Details: www.hometownnews.ca/smiths-falls...
#SmithsFalls #SFPS

Waterfront trail plan: Smiths Falls council reviews $60K budget Smiths Falls council seeks direction on the scope of its waterfront trail plan, considering winter use, funding, and improvements for high-traffic areas.

Waterfront trail plan is under review in Smiths Falls. Council is weighing winter use and how to allocate $60K in the 2026 budget. 2024 data shows about 400,000 visitors to Lower Reach Park from May to October. Details: www.hometownnews.ca/smiths-falls...
#SmithsFalls #WaterfrontTrail

Smiths Falls secures $13.3M for trunk water main project Smiths Falls secures $13.3M in provincial funding for its trunk water main project, including sewer separation and major infrastructure upgrades.

Smiths Falls secures $13.3M in provincial funding for a trunk watermain upgrade and sewer separation project tied to its new water tower. Construction begins in 2026. Details: www.hometownnews.ca/smiths-falls...
#SmithsFalls #MunicipalMatters

Smiths Falls council approves accepting Montague Street property to support future affordable housing on Robinson Avenue. Potential use includes parking or green space. Details: www.hometownnews.ca/montague-str...
#SmithsFalls #AffordableHousing

Smiths Falls council tightens reins on 2026 election signs Smiths Falls council updated election sign rules for 2026, allowing signs after Labour Day and setting a 24-hour removal timeline for violations.

Election signage in Smiths Falls will follow new rules ahead of the 2026 municipal vote. Signs allowed after Labour Day; 24-hour removal for non-compliant signs. Details: www.hometownnews.ca/smiths-falls...
#SmithsFalls #MunicipalElection

The Smiths Falls Bears swept Pembroke in a dominant weekend, securing a playoff spot and holding top place in their division. Full coverage: www.hometownnews.ca/smiths-falls...
#SmithsFalls #CCHL

Heritage Conservation District formally approved Smiths Falls Smiths Falls formally designates downtown as a Heritage Conservation District, adopting a plan to guide future development and renovations.

Smiths Falls council has formally designated downtown as a Heritage Conservation District, setting guidelines for renovations, new construction, and streetscaping. Appeals accepted until March 13.
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#SmithsFalls #HeritageConservation

Beckwith Street bridge improvements backed by $6.6M funding Ontario is investing $6.6M to upgrade Beckwith Street bridge and intersections in Smiths Falls through the Connecting Links Program.

Beckwith Street bridge and nearby intersections in Smiths Falls will get $6.6M in upgrades through the Connecting Links Program. Safety and traffic flow will improve. Details: www.hometownnews.ca/ontario-inve...
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Smiths Falls integrity commissioner rules on Jan. 5 conduct breach Smiths Falls integrity commissioner finds two councillors breached Code of Conduct over offensive comments made during a Jan. 5 council meeting.

Smiths Falls integrity commissioner rules two councillors breached the Code of Conduct over Jan. 5 comments made during a council meeting. Council accepted added sanctions. Details: www.hometownnews.ca/smiths-falls...
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Jennifer Aunger-Ritchie donates $16K to local women shelters Jennifer Aunger-Ritchie raises and donates $16K to support women’s shelters in Lanark County and Leeds Grenville after a 100-km Cambodia trek.

Smiths Falls realtor Jennifer Aunger-Ritchie completed a 100-km trek in Cambodia, raising $16K for women’s shelters. $10K to Lanark County Interval House, $5,900 to Leeds Grenville Interval House. Read more: www.hometownnews.ca/jennifer-aun...
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Smiths Falls Bears dominate Carleton Place Canadians 8–2 before Valentine’s Day, then edged Rockland 4–3 to stay first in the Robinson Division. ⭐ Now ranked 14th nationally in the CJHL. Recap: www.hometownnews.ca/smiths-falls...
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