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The Smiths Falls, Lanark and Leeds 48
Have an event for the 48? Let us know about it here! Stuff to do: Starting today and running through Saturday, Trinity United Church's mushroom compost sale is back at the REAL DEAL Store parking lot ...
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What's good? YAK Youth Services celebrates its 30th birthday
For three decades, YAK Youth Services has been providing support, mentorship, and opportunities for young people across the Perth and District region. The award-winning, non-profit organization remain...
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Local man charged in Perth homicide investigation, two murder suspects wanted
A Perth man has been arrested in connection with a suspicious death investigation that began last month at Last Duel Park. Lanark County OPP say officers responded to the park on April 12th at about 3...
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YIPI summer interns returning to Smiths Falls after strong first year
A provincial youth internship program is returning to Smiths Falls this summer, with four students set to take part in the Youth in Policing Initiative after what police call a successful first year. ...
May 12, 2026
DO NOT LIGHT THAT - SFFD explains burning rules
Spring cleanup season is prompting renewed reminders about outdoor burning safety, with the Smiths Falls Fire Department urging residents not to treat brush fires as routine yard work. Smiths Falls Fi...
May 12, 2026
Former Councillor steps into Smiths Falls Mayoral contest
Christopher Cummings is aiming for the Mayor's seat in Smiths Falls. Cummings served on Smiths Falls council from 2006 to 2018, and is the current chair of the CDSBEO. The former councillor hopes to c...
May 12, 2026
