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Today's local gas prices
Here are your local gas prices courtesy of gasbuddy.com. Perth MacEwen - 133.6 Esso - 134.6 Canadian Tire - 133.6 Ultramar - 133.6 Shell - 1...
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Police recover stolen vehicle on Highway 7 and charge Quebec man
A 38-year-old Quebec man is facing charges after Lanark County OPP recovered a stolen vehicle early Saturday morning. On July 5, 2025, just ...
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How to tell if your pet is overheated
Local veterinarian Dr. Hailey Macdonald provides some signs to watch for this summer that might indicate your dog is in heat distress. She u...
4h ago

Smiths Falls MRI suite now offering breast screenings
President and CEO of the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital Foundation Margot says the MRI machine now conducts breast screenings, add...
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Splash pad reopens in Smiths Falls with one last splash of summer fun
The Town of Smiths Falls has officially reopened its community splash pad-just weeks after announcing it would be closed for the summer. Tow...
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Charges laid following Lanark traffic stop
Lanark County OPP have laid charges after a traffic complaint led to an intimate partner violence investigation. It happened Monday afternoo...
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Silver Lake Pow Wow returns with powerful celebration of Indigenous culture
A treasured cultural tradition returns this summer as the Silver Lake Pow Wow marks its 28th year. The two-day event takes place August 23 a...
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What's good in Lanark-Leeds? Carleton Place librarian takes home cool award
Carleton Place Public Library's Heidi Sinnett was awarded one of the inaugural Asset Builders Award by the Lanark County Child and Youth Ser...
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The Lanark Leeds 48
Stuff to do: Today: The Smiths Falls Thursday Night Cruise-In returns from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Settlers Ridge Centre, 275 Brockville St. ...
4h ago

Perth teen honoured with $1,000 bursary for protecting local water
The Friends of the Tay Watershed have named Renée Joyce Rinfret, a Grade 12 student at St. John Catholic High School, as the 2025 rec...
16h ago

What's good in Lanark Leeds? Studio Theatre Perth is Stepping Out in Style
Studio Theatre Perth's current production of Stepping Out has audiences' toes tapping with their smash-hit comedy. Vannessa Torres tells us ...
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Former Valley Heartland general manager charged with fraud
A former Valley Heartland executive has been charged with fraud. Smiths Falls Police say 44-year-old Tina Stevens, the former general manage...
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Today's local gas prices
Here are your local gas prices courtesy of gasbuddy.com. Perth MacEwen - 133.6 Esso - 134.6 Canadian Tire - 133.6 Ultramar - 133.6 Shell - 1...
Jul 09, 2025

New Executive Director, long-time Operations Manager leave Table Community Food Centre
The Table Community Food Centre in Perth will soon be on the hunt for new leadership following two recent departures. The organization is se...
Jul 09, 2025

Blakeney Bridge open after two years of construction, exceeding budget
Lanark County officially cut the ribbon to reopen the newly replaced Blakeney Bridge in Mississippi Mills last month. The project took two y...
Jul 09, 2025

Knife-wielding teen charged in Smiths Falls
A knife-wielding teen is facing three charges after brandishing the weapon in a Smiths Falls restaurant. Police say the 15-year-old from Cor...
Jul 09, 2025

Police encourage lifejacket use, common sense
A weekend trip to the sand shores is a dream come true in the summer. That being said, the OPP, their marine unit, and the coast guard have ...
Jul 09, 2025

Aspiring playwright? This Ontario festival is looking for developing talent
The Lighthouse Festival, located in Port Dover and Port Colborne, is calling for submissions for its 2026 Play Development Festival. Don Kea...
Jul 09, 2025
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The Lanark Leeds 48
Stuff to do: Today: Enjoy weekly bingo at Perth Civitan Hall on Wednesday. Doors open at 5 p.m., bingo starts at 7 p.m. Free admission; pur...
Jul 09, 2025

What's good in Lanark and Leeds? Why bats are great for your backyard (but still need to be cautious!)
Bats are back for summer, and public health experts say there's good reason to welcome them-carefully. Public health experts are reminding r...
Jul 08, 2025

Today's local gas prices
Here are your local gas prices courtesy of gasbuddy.com. Perth MacEwen - 133.6 Esso - 134.6 Canadian Tire - 133.6 Ultramar - 133.6 Shell - 1...
Jul 08, 2025

Lanark Highlands to conduct in depth consultation on strategic plan despite ending term
Lanark Highlands is conducting a more in-depth strategic plan process than staff originally recommended. They'll be spending $22,400 to faci...
Jul 08, 2025
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Growing up on the Farm: Mississippi Berries
Growing Up on the Farm, a look into local agriculture, presented by Smiths Farm Equipment, also fueled by KUBOTA. Today we are profiling Mis...
Jul 08, 2025

Three motorists face impaired driving charges after Lanark County OPP weekend crackdown
Lanark County OPP charged three drivers with impaired driving after separate incidents over the long weekend. John Sonnenburg, 28, of Missis...
Jul 08, 2025
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Road work around Smiths Falls hospital continues to July 25
Heads up for drivers in Smiths Falls - road work continues to July 25th on Elmsley Street North. Crews will be resurfacing the road and inst...
Jul 08, 2025

33-acre of land donated to Rideau Waterway Land Trust
The Rideau Waterway Land Trust has secured a new 33-acre Nature Reserve on Big Rideau Lake. The land, part of Island 186 in the Long Island ...
Jul 08, 2025

Local organization gets share of $37 million in provincial funds to support autistim care providers
Provincial funding announced last month is headed to ConnectWell Community Health. They're receiving $400,000 over two-years to support the ...
Jul 08, 2025
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The Lanark-Leeds 48
Stuff to do: Today: The Civitan Clubs of Perth, Smiths Falls, Carleton Place, Lanark and Almonte are your hosts every Tuesday night at 6:10...
Jul 08, 2025

What's good in Lanark-Leeds? The volunteering situation at the Stewart Park Festival!
The Annual Stewart Park Festival is coming up on the weekend of July 18th. Volunteer Coordinator for the Festival Don Kindt says they're in ...
Jul 07, 2025

Environment Canada terminates Severe Thunderstorm Watch
4:30 PM Update: Environment Canada has ended its severe thunderstorm watch. Environment Canada has issued a severe thunderstorm watch as con...
Jul 07, 2025