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This week's news in reviewSilence Broken: This law could help stop weapons-related violence before it happensNext veterans crosswalk will create powerful entrance at Perth site of PSFDHToday's Gas PricesBackyard fire pit nights come with safety rules tooSkate in shorts as Beckwith public skating returnsLanark County OPP warns of email scam impersonating police officersThe Smiths Falls, Lanark & Leeds 48What's good? Classic cars and family fun in Perth will help two vital Lanark County charitiesEXCLUSIVE: Smiths Falls Mayor Shawn Pankow, "I am not seeking re-election"What happened during COVID is still driving emergency workers awayStay safe and make a splash: Health experts share top summer water safety tipsPerth committee approves variancesSmiths Falls police ask residents to help shape public safety planThe Smiths Falls, Lanark & Leeds 48What's good? Almonte's Puppets Up! - A celebration of joy!Human remains of Robert Lambert uncovered at same property as Robbie ThompsonExpanded Lanark County campaign could prevent weapons-related IPVLocal MP Barrett takes on role advocating for Canada's veteransSmiths Falls council hears update of wide-spread safety plan
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Backyard fire pit nights come with safety rules too
Backyard fire pits may feel like a relaxed summer tradition, but the Smiths Falls Fire Department says they carry many of the same risks as open-air burning. Fire Prevention Officer Jason Smith says r...
Aug 07, 2026
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Skate in shorts as Beckwith public skating returns
Here's one way to cool off this summer - lace up the skates and hit the ice in shorts. Public skating returns to the Beckwith Recreation Complex on Sunday, Aug. 9, from 1 to 2 p.m. The weekly sessions...
Aug 07, 2026
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Lanark County OPP warns of email scam impersonating police officers
Lanark County OPP is warning residents to be on the lookout for a scam involving emails that appear to come from police officers. Police say they received a report today from a resident who was contac...
Aug 07, 2026
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What's good? Classic cars and family fun in Perth will help two vital Lanark County charities
The Mike Fair Classic Car Show is bringing vehicles, families and community support together in Perth while raising money for Lanark County Interval House and Community Support and Mel's Farm All Anim...
Aug 06, 2026
EXCLUSIVE: Smiths Falls Mayor Shawn Pankow, "I am not seeking re-election"
In an exclusive interview with LanarkLeedsToday.ca, Smiths Falls Mayor Shawn Pankow announced his decision about running for another term of office.
Aug 06, 2026
What happened during COVID is still driving emergency workers away
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to influence why some emergency doctors and nurses are leaving high-pressure hospital work, according to a longtime Perth physician. Perth Emergency Department Physicia...
Aug 06, 2026
