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Today's local gas prices
Here are your local gas prices courtesy of gasbuddy.com. Perth MacEwen - 133.6 Esso - 134.9 Canadian Tire - 133.6 Ultramar - 133.6 Shell - 134.9 Smiths Falls Drummond's - 132.9 Canadian Tire - 132.9 M...
Jun 27, 2025
What's open, what's closed on Canada Day
Canada Day is on Tuesday, bringing important changes to government offices and store hours. Municipal, provincial, and federal government offices and agencies will be closed. Beer and liquor stores wi...
Jun 27, 2025
"They will not force me to bend to their will," Rideau Lakes mayor rebukes council's calls to resign
Rideau Lakes Mayor Arie Hoogenboom says he won't be bullied into stepping down as some members of councillors call on him to do so. It's the latest salvo in a two-year turf battle in which the mayor s...
Jun 27, 2025
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Major upgrades and community care celebrated by MRHA
The Mississippi River Health Alliance (MRHA) marked a big year of progress at its 2025 Annual General Meeting, held June 24 at Almonte General Hospital. The event brought together staff, volunteers, b...
Jun 27, 2025
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New fire truck in Perth brings big boost to local safety
Perth Fire Services has a new ride- a bright red, top-mounted pumper fire truck has officially joined the fleet, bringing modern technology and improved features to better serve the town. The new truc...
Jun 27, 2025
New mentorship program for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth in Lanark County gets $89K boost
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lanark County (BBBSLC) has received an $89,700 Seed grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation to support new mentorship programs for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth. On Friday, June 13th...
Jun 27, 2025
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