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Last meeting of former DCN Council
11+ hour, 8+ min ago (530+ words) by Sandra Hanson - LJI Reporter | May 17, 2026 Trail updates, climate adaptation concerns and fundraising yard wrap up the council's last session before election Mayor Andrew Harvey told the District of Carleton Council on April 28 that he had met with the Minister…...
Familiar names return as Hartland adds two new councillors
11+ hour, 11+ min ago (629+ words) by James Ness - LJI Reporter | May 17, 2026 Hawkes back at council table, Webber edges Walton in tight Ward 3 race Hartland voters kept most of their council in place Monday night, but the new term will still bring two changed seats, including…...
'A chance to get back on track' " Greg Grant elected new mayor of Lakeland Ridges
18+ hour, 3+ min ago (494+ words) by Paige Morgan, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter | May 17, 2026 Greg Grant says the result gives him a chance to reset priorities The mayor-elect of Lakeland Ridges says he wants to return the municipality to his vision " a community that works together…...
Youth bring capture awards and aplause at Carleton County Music Festival
18+ hour, 20+ min ago (739+ words) by Erin Seifarth - LJI Reporter | May 17, 2026 Students perform in four venues between two communities The evening began with a medley of strings, horns, woodwind and piano as the Woodstock High School Jazz Band performed "Atlantic Crossing. " On April 28, an audience…...
Hartland bridge work shifts from replacement to repairs
2+ day, 16+ hour ago (781+ words) by James Ness - LJI Reporter | May 16, 2026 Province's Road Ahead plan lists the Hugh John Flemming Bridge for rehabilitation, not a full rebuild Hartland residents may be spared a full bridge rebuild, but they should still expect construction headaches when the…...
Woodstock Sports Wall of Fame inducts 'Team Without a League"
2+ day, 16+ hour ago (634+ words) by River Valley Sun | May 16, 2026 Packed house for May 9 ceremony "The Team Without a League," a well-rounded local athlete, and a voice of the valley were all recognized in front of a packed house for the 2026 Woodstock Sports Wall of…...
Covered Bridge Potato Chips suing insurance brokers, company over fire payout
2+ day, 10+ hour ago (457+ words) by Theresa Blackburn | May 15, 2026 Company claims it was underinsured at time of fire Covered Bridge Potato Chips Company is suing its insurance company and two brokers. One suit claims the insurance company has not paid out what is owed to…...
New Brunswick teachers approve five-year contract
2+ day, 17+ hour ago (278+ words) by Paige Morgan, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter | May 15, 2026 The New Brunswick Teachers Federation says the agreement strengthens New Brunswick's ability to draw and keep certified teachers in the province On May 14, the New Brunswick Teachers Federation announced that its members…...
I am ready to listen, lead, and work alongside council" " Woodstock Mayor-elect Jeff Wright
2+ day, 16+ hour ago (239+ words) by Erin Seifarth - LJI Reporter | May 15, 2026 Wright's win paved the way for major electoral change in Hospitality Town Jones garnered 1570 votes, losing to former mayor Jeff Wright, who received 2085 votes. A third candidate, Noah Walton, captured 164 votes. Mayor-elect Wright previously…...
Former newspaperman remembered
2+ day, 17+ hour ago (482+ words) by River Valley Sun | May 15, 2026 David Cadogan, who once owned The Bugle and other community papers, died on April 5 A retired newspaper publisher who once owned The Bugle in Woodstock is being remembered as "a true giant" of the industry,…...