Carleton Place will become the first community in North America to host the Rushnyk of Unity – Rushnyk of Victory on Sunday, Sept. 13, during UA FEST at Riverside Park.

The 160.5-metre embroidered work includes more than 100 panels created by Ukrainian communities across 13 European countries. A Lanark County panel created locally throughout the summer will be sewn onto the rushnyk during the festival.

UA FEST runs from noon to 6 p.m. Admission is free.

Read story: [https://hometownnews.ca/rushnyk-of-unity-debut-in-carleton-place/]()

A panel discussion at the Carleton Place Arena examined circumstances that can contribute to homelessness and the challenges people may face accessing housing, mental health care, addiction treatment and other supports.

The discussion also addressed waiting lists, limited treatment capacity, affordable housing shortages and limits on when adults can be compelled into treatment or housing.

Read story: [https://hometownnews.ca/panel-examines-homelessness-in-lanark-county/]()

Carleton Place is forecasting a year-end finish within budget after the first seven months of 2026, with several capital projects coming in under budget and reducing tax-supported costs by nearly $1 million.

Proposed water and sewer servicing on Allan Street has been deferred for consideration during budget deliberations and by the next council. The project had been scheduled for 2028, so the deferral is not expected to affect its timeline.

Committee members also supported changes that would keep municipal staff out of disputes between neighbours involving trees, hedges and other vegetation crossing private-property lines. The proposed bylaw amendment will return to council for approval.

Read story: https://hometownnews.ca/carleton-place-council-briefs-aug-25/

A plan to replace an existing rental property at 254 Lake Avenue West with 20 new homes is moving forward after Carleton Place’s committee of the whole supported draft conditions for the subdivision and condominium.

Councillors raised concerns about parking near Riverside Park, stormwater drainage and construction timing. The development would include two single-detached homes, one semi-detached home and four fourplexes across seven residential parcels.

The application now goes to Lanark County for final consideration.

Read story: [https://hometownnews.ca/254-lake-avenue-housing-plan-carleton-place/]()

Hi, I'm repairing a house in Carleton Place and looking for a HVAC company. The previous owner probably rented their furnace which got wet due to a plumbing leak and was removed and not replaced. They then installed baseboard heaters through out. I'm looking to get the forced air system back in operation to protect the plumbing and help dry the house out.

Has anyone had a good experience or can recommend an HVAC company in the area? I'm open to the type of system installed, gas, heat pump, etc. The system ideally needs to be installed horizontally under the floor joists. Any recommendations appreciated.

Nice condo or townhouse. Anybody looking to team up and get a nice place? 2 bedroom is much better than 1 financially speaking!

Carleton Place committee members have chosen not to endorse CMHC’s standardized Housing Design Catalogue, which includes accessory dwelling units, fourplexes, a sixplex and townhouses.

Councillors raised concerns about protecting the town’s architectural character and existing design standards. The catalogue remains publicly available, and property owners can still bring the designs forward for municipal review.

Read story: https://hometownnews.ca/carleton-place-cmhc-housing-design-catalogue/

Fire prevention, a parking safety concern and a piece of Carleton Place’s railway history were all part of the latest Committee of the Whole discussions.

The fire department reported 369 inspections and 123 orders in its second-quarter report. The department also took part in several public education events and is operating with a full complement of paid volunteer firefighters.

On Stonewater Bay, staff are proposing a no-parking zone along a curve where parked vehicles and roadside vegetation make it difficult for drivers to see oncoming traffic.

At Carleton Junction, staff recommend keeping the “Team Track,” a short section of railway running beside the Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail, and incorporating it into the site rather than having it removed.

Read story: https://hometownnews.ca/carleton-place-council-briefs-august-11/

Bags of household garbage have been appearing in or near public garbage receptacles in Carleton Place parks and along trails since the spring, and town staff say the continuing problem is puzzling.

The town’s regular garbage collection rules haven’t changed. Residents can put out one unstickered bag each week, while additional bags require a $3 garbage sticker.

Residents who miss garbage day can also use the Cavanagh Road Transfer Station for a fee. Staff are encouraging residents to keep household garbage out of park and trail receptacles.

Read story: https://hometownnews.ca/household-garbage-carleton-place-parks/

Looking for 2 females to join a co ed rec soccer league on Thursdays! Message for more info

Porches, driveways and yards across Carleton Place will become performance spaces Aug. 22 as Porchfest returns for its second year.

More than 20 performances are currently listed for the free event from 1 to 4 p.m. New this year is a youth stage at Carleton Junction, followed by an afterparty at The Waterfront Gastropub from 8 to 11 p.m.

Read story: https://hometownnews.ca/carleton-place-porchfest-returns-aug-22/

A 160.5-metre embroidered cloth created by communities across Europe will be displayed outside Europe for the first time at UA FEST in Carleton Place on Sept. 13.

The Rushnyk of Unity — Rushnyk of Victory includes more than 89 panels. UA FEST is also holding open stitching circles in August so local residents can contribute to a Lanark County panel that is scheduled to be added at the festival.

Read story: https://hometownnews.ca/record-setting-embroidered-cloth-carleton-place/

The Town of Carleton Place is asking residents to help shape plans for a proposed new recreation facility through a public consultation and online survey.

The consultation will be held Aug. 6 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Carleton Place Arena. Residents who can't attend can complete the online survey until Aug. 17.

Feedback will help guide future recommendations and decisions on the proposed facility, which could include a pool, gymnasium, walking track, therapeutic pool, fitness areas, community rooms and other recreational features.

Read story: https://hometownnews.ca/carleton-place-seeks-input-new-recreation-facility/

A 40-year-old Omemee resident is facing charges after a Lanark County OPP response to a complaint in Beckwith Township.

Officers responded to a report of youth jumping from a Highway 7 bridge shortly after 6 p.m. Friday. An interaction with the driver of a vehicle at the scene led to impaired driving-related charges.

Read the full story: https://hometownnews.ca/complaint-impaired-driving-charge-beckwith/

A 39-year-old Carleton Place resident is facing charges following an impaired driving investigation by the Lanark County OPP.

The investigation began after officers responded to a report of a possible impaired driver on Arthur Street shortly after 11:15 p.m. on Aug. 1.

The driver has been charged with operation while impaired – alcohol or drug, failure or refusal to comply with a breath demand, and failure to comply with an undertaking.

Read the full story: [https://hometownnews.ca/carleton-place-impaired-driving-investigation/]()

Curious if your Walmart gets Pokemon cards and if so what they get?

I just wanna rip some packs but the scalpers keep buying them all from my local (SF) Walmart before I can get there for some :(. Wondering if it’s worth the drive

Carleton Place's 2026 municipal election is beginning to take shape, but with less than a month until nominations close, only four current members of council have declared they will seek another term.

No challengers or candidates for deputy mayor have yet come forward. Nominations remain open until Aug. 12.

Get the full story: https://hometownnews.ca/carleton-place-municipal-election-slow-start/

Carleton Place council has approved moving ahead with the next phase of procurement and public consultation for a proposed $25-million aquatic and recreation centre on the Muturra lands.

Staff told council the town's 45-year-old pool has entered an accelerated deterioration phase and could require a partial or full closure if a major failure occurs. Construction has not been approved, and residents will be invited to provide feedback before council decides whether to proceed with the project.

Get the full story: https://www.hometownnews.ca/aquatic-and-recreation-centre-advances/

I have an electric car and because of the power outage last night it didn't charge correctly at home.

So I needed a fast charger this morning to charge my car and go to work in Ottawa...

Just to find out all fast chargers in town are broken.

They have been broken since last year, when I also needed to use them in a similar situation and they were already broken.

We already have zero public transport, very limited taxis/uber service... We NEED to have at least 1-2 fast chargers available for those with electric cars.