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What's open and closed in Carleton Place and Almonte on Victoria Day - Monday, May 18

What's open and closed in Carleton Place and Almonte on Victoria Day - Monday, May 18

Although it may not feel like it with the cold and rainy weather, summer is just around the corner! Many canadians view the Victoria Day long weekend as the unofficial kickoff to the summer season, and this year it arrives on Monday, May 18, 2026. To make things easier for you as you plan your weekend ahead, we've summarized what’s open and closed in Carleton Place and Almonte, and what local services are affected on Monday.

https://lanarkist.com/2026/05/13/whats-open-and-closed-in-carleton-place-and-almonte-on-victoria-day-monday-may-18/

u/holliecamp — 8 hours ago

‘We are proud of the impact’: Trenton Memorial Hospital Auxiliary marks 75 years with $22K gift to hospital foundation

Celebrating its diamond anniversary this year, the Trenton Memorial Hospital Auxiliary (TMH Auxiliary) recently presented a sparkling gift of $22,000 to the Quinte West hospital’s foundation in support of improvements to patient care.  

https://quinteist.com/we-are-proud-of-the-impact-trenton-memorial-hospital-auxiliary-marks-75-years-with-22k-gift-to-hospital-foundation/

u/holliecamp — 18 hours ago

‘The momentum continues’: Community gathers for update on ‘wonder’-inspiring new Prince Edward County hospital build

From a 24/7 emergency department to 23 inpatient beds inside the first exposed mass timber hospital in North America, community members recently heard more about the new hospital being built in Prince Edward County (PEC). 

https://quinteist.com/the-momentum-continues-community-gathers-for-update-on-wonder-inspiring-new-prince-edward-county-hospital-build/

u/holliecamp — 1 day ago

Lanark Basic Income Network to host public discussion in Smiths Falls on future of basic income

Advocates, community leaders and policymakers will gather later this month in Smiths Falls for a public discussion focused on the future of basic income in Canada and its potential impact on communities facing economic insecurity.

https://lanarkist.com/2026/05/12/lanark-basic-income-network-to-host-public-discussion-in-smiths-falls-on-future-of-basic-income/

u/holliecamp — 2 days ago

Five Span Bridge rehabilitation project in Pakenham enters second phase, bridge closed until November

Construction crews are back at work at the historic Five Span Bridge in Pakenham as Lanark County officially begins the second phase of a major rehabilitation project aimed at preserving the landmark structure for future generations.

https://lanarkist.com/2026/05/11/five-span-bridge-rehabilitation-project-in-pakenham-enters-second-phase-bridge-closed-until-november/

u/holliecamp — 3 days ago

Brockville police appeal to public for surveillance footage potentially connected to homicide investigation

The Brockville Police Service is asking north-end residents and businesses to review surveillance footage that could assist investigators in the ongoing homicide investigation. Police also released a description of a person of interest.

https://brockvilleist.com/2026/05/11/brockville-police-appeal-to-public-for-surveillance-footage-potentially-connected-to-homicide-investigation/

u/holliecamp — 3 days ago