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More than 900 healthcare workers fill local arenas for annual DOCS On Ice fundraiser
The DOCS on Ice Tournament filled local rinks in Perth and surrounding areas this weekend with more than 900 healthcare workers raising money for a great local cause - PEP (Pep). Dr. Austin MacDonald ...
Apr 03, 2023 (L-R) Executive Director Suzzanne Rintoul, Dr. Bob Van Oppen, Chris Neil, Dr. Paul Miller, Chris Phillips
Recent Smiths Falls Job Fair largest ever
The Smiths Falls Job fair last month at Settlers Ridge Centre was a smashing success. Manager of Economic Development and Tourism Julia Crowder said employers and prospective employees really showed u...
Apr 03, 2023
Lanark County hires Vanessa Dow as Tourism and Corporate Relations Coordinator
Lanark County has hired Vanessa Dow as their Tourism and Corporate Relations Coordinator. She comes over from the Smiths Falls & District Chamber of Commerce, having served in marketing, events, a...
Apr 03, 2023
UCLG Warden Nancy Peckford said 2023 budget process was a balancing act
United Counties of Leeds and Grenville approved their budget in March and included a 6.87% tax rate increase. Warden Nancy Peckford said the original increase was 10%, and the mayors across the horses...
Apr 03, 2023
Cathy McNally named Perth's Director of Community Services
The town of Perth has hired a new Director of Community Services. They've brought in Cathy McNally for the role, a long-time resident and volunteer in the area. In a media release, the town says McNal...
Apr 03, 2023
Blue Wings, Vikings begin Barkley Cup Finals Monday
The Perth Blue Wings host the Casselman Vikings in Game 1 of the Barkley Cup tonight. The Vikings beat Perth in six games last season to clinch their title, and the Blue Wings are hoping for a reverse...
Apr 03, 2023
In Focus - Dental Hygienist Maria Snow
We welcome Dental Hygienist Maria Snow with Dentistry @ Perth to explain the importance of dental care as we celebrate Dental Hygienist Week April 4-10.
Mar 31, 2023
Blue Wings forward Lleyton McLean named league MVP, goalie McEwan also wins big
The Eastern Ontario Junior Hockey League has named Lleyton McLean the league MVP for the 2022-23 season. The 18-year-old scored a franchise record 51 goals to go with 41 assists across 39 games this s...
Mar 31, 2023
OPP Commissioner Carrique responds to Leeds County OPP officer sexual assault conviction
The Ontario Provincial Police has responded to a news story that broke about one of their officers being convicted of sexual assault while on paid leave. In a statement released by Commissioner Thomas...
Mar 31, 2023
No injuries in Friday morning fire at Almonte Hospital ambulance base
A fire at the Lanark County Paramedic Service's Almonte ambulance base has been contained and will not affect ambulance service in the region. It started at about 7 am Friday morning. Staff detected s...
Mar 31, 2023
