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Labour Day Monday means plenty of closures across Perth and Smiths Falls
Residents should plan ahead with Labour Day bringing a long list of closures Monday, Sept. 7. Across Ontario, schools, banks, government offices and most retail businesses will be closed for the statu...
Sep 04, 2026
Man accused in Chelsea Swinwood murder remains in custody after initial court hearing
Justin Donovan Biscope of Smiths Falls remains in custody following his first hearing in Ontario Superior Court of Justice on Friday in connection with the death of 37-year-old Chelsea Swinwood. Bisco...
Sep 04, 2026
Smiths Falls man charged with second-degree murder in Spencerville homicide
A 35-year-old Smiths Falls man has been charged with second-degree murder following a homicide investigation in Spencerville. Ontario Provincial Police say officers from the Grenville County Detachmen...
Sep 04, 2026
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Here are your local gas prices powered by Gas Buddy Perth MacEwen - 178.6 Esso - 172.3 Petro Canada & Canadian Tire - 174.9 Ultramar - 174.2 Shell - 176.9 Smiths Falls Drummond's - 177.6 Petro Can...
Sep 04, 2026
Smiths Falls Police prepare communications overhaul as old water tower faces demolition
Smiths Falls Police are preparing to move communications equipment from the town's old water tower as the century-old structure heads toward demolition. Police Chief Jodi Empey says the service expect...
Sep 04, 2026
Long-time Councillor Jay Brennan proud of Smiths Falls transformation, ready for next chapter
Smiths Falls Councillor Jay Brennan is not seeking a fifth term, deciding he's happy with what's been accomplished and ready to relax. Brennan has seen the town change dramatically during his 16-years...
Sep 04, 2026
