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Today's gas prices
Here are your local gas prices courtesy of gasbuddy.com. Perth MacEwen - 117.3 Esso - 117.6 Canadian Tire - 117.6 Ultramar - 117.3 Shell - 1...
Oct 24, 2025

Silence Broken: The power of social media and IPV awareness
The latest edition of our podcast "Silence Broken" raising IPV awareness is out and features a chat with Emma Kinsman, Social Medi...
Oct 24, 2025

Province to monitor Rideau Lakes council meetings amid governance concerns
The Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing says it will be observing all Rideau Lakes council meetings for the rest of the curren...
Oct 24, 2025

Don't succumb to the silent killer, be CO ready
With the cooler weather setting in, fire officials are reminding us to make sure that we have working Carbon Monoxide Alarms in our homes. S...
Oct 24, 2025

Higher Hydro One fees sees Lanark County pause green initiative
Lanark County is rethinking plans to install two fast electric vehicle chargers at the county administration building in Perth, after newly ...
Oct 24, 2025
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Police launch billboard campaign to find killer of Toledo-area man
Ontario Provincial Police are renewing their call for information in the 2023 homicide of Giles Dagenais from the Toledo area. Dagenais was ...
Oct 24, 2025

Police warn Canadians about new scam impersonating anti-fraud investigators
As part of Cyber Security Awareness Month, the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre, Ontario Provincial Police, and RCMP are warning Canadians about f...
Oct 24, 2025

Tay Valley Township seeks public input to improve accessibility for all residents
Tay Valley Township is asking residents to share their experiences to help improve accessibility in the community. Under the Accessibility f...
Oct 24, 2025

The Smiths Falls, Lanark & Leeds 48
Here's what's up! Today, the Smiths Falls Public Library continues 13 Ghosts of Crowley Manor, a free escape room for all ages. Registration...
Oct 24, 2025

What's good in Smiths Falls, Lanark & Leeds? The Tocara Pink Party - raising funds for breast cancer awareness
The Tocara Pink Party is set to dazzle on Sunday at the Royal Canadian Legion in Smiths Falls. Tocara's Andrea Dickie says fun and empowerin...
Oct 23, 2025

Today's gas prices
Here are your local gas prices courtesy of gasbuddy.com. Perth MacEwen - 117.3 Esso - 118.3 Canadian Tire - 117.3 Ultramar - 117.3 Shell - 1...
Oct 23, 2025

New Cataraqui Trailhead opens in Smiths Falls, connecting community to nature
The Town of Smiths Falls has officially opened its newest public amenity - the Cataraqui Trailhead on Lombard Street. Located between Leisur...
Oct 23, 2025

Police chase near probation office sparks lockdown at Perth elementary school
A short police response near a Perth probation office led to a hold and secure at The Stewart Public School on October 9. Lanark County OPP ...
Oct 23, 2025

Carleton Place discusses mayor, council raise
While any changes in what future Carleton Place Councillors are paid aren't usually discussed until an election year, Treasurer Trisa McConk...
Oct 23, 2025
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Carbon monoxide alarm testing important as weather cools
With the cooler weather setting in, fire officials are reminding us to make sure that we have working Carbon Monoxide alarms in our homes. S...
Oct 23, 2025
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There's a new way to detect crop damage from bears
Ashley Knapton, owner of A-List Ag Services has been experiencing a very busy first year in business as a crop advisor to area farms. Thanks...
Oct 23, 2025

Smiths Falls introduces first fully electric ice resurfacer
The Town of Smiths Falls is taking another step toward sustainability with the arrival of its first fully electric ice resurfacer - the Engo...
Oct 23, 2025

Rideau Valley residents urged to save water as Level 3 low water advisory continues
The Rideau Valley Water Response Team is maintaining a Level 3 Low Water Advisory across the Rideau Valley watershed, despite recent rainfal...
Oct 23, 2025
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The Smiths Falls, Lanark & Leeds 48
Here's what's up! Today, Michele's Doorway to Splendor hosts "Walking for the Cure in Fall Fashion" from 6 to 8 p.m. at 10 Beckwit...
Oct 23, 2025

What's good in Smiths Falls, Lanark & Leeds? Taking care of each other at the end
Home Hospice North Lanark is offering Practical Caregiver Training sessions for non-paid caregivers responsible for those with life-limiting...
Oct 22, 2025

Today's gas prices
Here are your local gas prices courtesy of gasbuddy.com. Perth MacEwen - 117.3 Esso - 118.3 Canadian Tire - 117.3 Ultramar - 117.3 Shell - 1...
Oct 22, 2025

We spoke to the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame about the Blue Jays
For the first time in 32 years the Toronto Blue Jays will be playing in the World Series, aiming to bring baseball's most prestigious prize ...
Oct 22, 2025

Local youth centre receives big boost
The Mississippi Mills Youth Centre received some outstanding news recently on the funding front, with one donation being accompanied by inva...
Oct 22, 2025

Smiths Falls invites residents to share ideas over coffee with council
The Town of Smiths Falls is inviting residents to enjoy a morning coffee with council on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at 8 a.m. in Council Ch...
Oct 22, 2025

Lanark County Food Bank takes major step toward national accreditation
The Lanark County Food Bank in Carleton Place has announced it is beginning the process of becoming accredited under Food Banks Canada's nat...
Oct 22, 2025

Lanark Highlands man charged with impaired driving in Mississippi Mills
The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Lanark Highlands Township resident following a traffic sto...
Oct 22, 2025

The Smiths Falls, Lanark & Leeds 48
Here's what's up! Enjoy weekly bingo at Perth Civitan Hall today. Doors open at 5 p.m., with bingo starting at 7 p.m. Admission is free; bin...
Oct 22, 2025

What's good in Smiths Falls, Lanark and Leeds? Retrofit your home for big time savings
On Saturday October 25th, Climate Network Lanark in conjunction with Lanark County is putting on a one-day workshop to help homeowners navig...
Oct 21, 2025

Massive crane to lift new timber bridge into place in Smiths Falls this morning
A major milestone takes place today in Smiths Falls as StructureCraft prepares to lift the town's new Timber Bridge into place on Tuesday, O...
Oct 21, 2025

Rideau Lakes considering licensing program for Airbnb, VRBO properties
Rideau Lakes council has directed staff to investigate how many local Airbnb's, VRBO's, and year-round rental units exist in the township be...
Oct 21, 2025
