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Safety is a major focus as thousands prepare to attend the Festival of the Maples in downtown Perth on Saturday, April 25th, 2026. The BIA's Brian Perkin says a large team works behind the scenes to e...

Lanark County Paramedic Service saw an 8% call volume increase in 2025, according to the year-end report of Chief Travis Mellema, who said it was an expected rise. There were a total of 5932 interacti...

One person's trash could soon become someone else's treasure in Rideau Lakes. The township's first Trash 2 Treasure Day of 2026 is set for April 25th, encouraging residents to place gently used, unwan...

The Centre for Workforce Development is expanding its Local Board services into Lanark County and Renfrew County for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The expansion comes after a ministry review by the Ontar...

Here's what's up! The Heritage House Museum hosts "Old Sly's Outdoor Tour" tonight from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Participants will explore the Rideau Canal waterway. Admission is $10 per person and pre-regis...

Residents of Perth packed council chambers at a recent committee meeting to raise concerns about a proposed new public works garage at 15 Sunset Blvd, citing environmental, residential, and safety ris...

Organizers of the Festival of the Maples are preparing for another massive turnout in downtown Perth on Saturday, April 25th, 2026. Event organizer Brian Perkin says between 15,000 and 20,000 people a...

Mayor Shawn Pankow's calling for local support to establish community food pantries and gardens in Smiths Falls. Pankow chairs the Smiths Falls for All Committee and this is their latest push. The rea...

After a hard winter, many cottage owners are itching to get back to the lake to enjoy their own slice of nature. And for some, reno plans are often on the agenda, including new flooring. But before yo...

The Township of Rideau Lakes is celebrating its business community after announcing the 2025 Business Recognition Award winners. The annual program, now in its 10th year, saw 50 local businesses nomin...