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Kingston Mayor Bryan Paterson agrees with mayors of the communities in our listening area along the Rideau Canal Corridor that a decision has to be made about the LaSalle Causeway Bridge before 2025's...

A 94-year-old Elgin resident has been charged by the OPP following an investigation into historical sexual assault. Police say in September 2024, two people reported they'd been assaulted in Smiths Fa...

The Perth Blue Wings are hoping for a different outcome when they face Arnprior tonight than the first time the sides met. Head Coach Bryan Greer says they gave away their game against the Packers las...

As the cold weather is approaching, the Smiths Falls Police Service are looking for local recreational "knitters" who enjoy knitting hats, socks, and mittens to donate for officers or the MCRT team to...

The Guatemala Stove Project is back for another year. Project lead Phill Brackenbury explains why they focus on installing wood burning cook stoves above anything else.

Elle Halladay of Cornerstone Landing Youth Services says they've had 37 new referrals this year and actively assist 72 youth who are dealing with or who have experienced homelessness. The majority of ...

Physician recruitment remains an uphill battle for the Perth & Smiths Falls District Hospital. Recruiter Carlene MacDonald says they're actively looking to fill several vacancies including two OBG...

All licensed grocery stores and big-box grocery stores as of Thursday, October 31, are able to sell beer, wine, cider and ready-to-drink beverages, including in large pack sizes. Premier Doug Ford say...

The OPP is stressing the need for safety this Halloween as kids will flood the streets knocking on doors and sometimes darting out into traffic. Spokesperson Bill Dickson says drivers can be caught of...

Smiths Falls council received a high level guideline for the 2025 budget. Staff are preparing for a third straight decrease of Ontario Municipal Funding, the main source of cashflow provided by the pr...