Bob Perreault

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Reeve Candidate Darling wants to put residents back in charge at Tay Valley Township

By: Bob Perreault

RoxAnne Darling says Tay Valley Township needs to rebuild trust with residents, improve transparency and take a closer look at how tax dollars are spent.

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Baker calls for lower tax increases, more transparency and independent leadership in Tay Valley in bid for Deputy Reeve

By: Bob Perreault

Wayne Baker says Tay Valley Township needs to strike a better balance between controlling taxes, maintaining services and keeping residents informed.

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Dep. Reeve Candidate Hallam looks to build on 12 years of experience with a bigger role in Tay Valley

By: Bob Perreault

Tay Valley Township Councillor Greg Hallam wants to take his experience and community involvement to the next ...

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Silence Broken: New law recognizes abuse that can leave no bruises

By: Bob Perreault

For years, advocates have warned that intimate partner violence does not always leave a visible injury.

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Standing ovation as Brian Perkin receives Perth Medal for decades of community service

By: Bob Perreault

A standing ovation filled Perth's Studio Theatre Thursday night as longtime broadcaster and community volunteer Brian Perkin received one of the town's highest honours.

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Deputy Mayor Candidate Johnson calls for new approach to spending, transparency and leadership in Tay Valley

By: Bob Perreault

Frank Johnson says Tay Valley Township needs a different approach to municipal spending, public consultation and long-term planning.

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First poppy launches season of remembrance in Smiths Falls

By: Bob Perreault

A small red poppy marked the start of another season of remembrance in Smiths Falls, and a meaningful farewell to an annual tradition for Mayor Shawn Pankow.

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What's good? A Perth housing idea born in the community is weeks away from becoming home

By: Bob Perreault

A community-driven idea to create affordable housing in Perth is getting close to one of its biggest moments yet — welcoming people home.

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Chris Cummings elected mayor of Smiths Falls as voters choose new council

By: Bob Perreault

It was a packed house at the Smiths Falls Memorial Community Centre Monday night as candidates, supporters and...

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What's good? A new partnership is opening doors for people in Smiths Falls

By: Bob Perreault

What's Good in Smiths Falls? Two organizations that have spent years helping their neighbours are discovering how much more they can accomplish by working together.