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In Focus - Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Medical Officer of Health Dr. Linna Li
We have another important update from the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Medical Officer of Health Dr. Linna Li. Find out more at www.healthunit.org
Jan 25, 2023 Dr. Linna Li, Medical Officer of Health for the LGLHU
PSFDH Foundation begin large push for MRI room funding
The Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital Foundation is ready to raise money like never before to pay for a key piece of equipment over the next three years. Foundation Chair Kristine Fair says the...
Jan 25, 2023
Transport truck driver facing impaired driving charge after Highway 15 incident
A transport truck driver was charged with impaired driving Tuesday just outside of Smiths Falls. Lanark County OPP say they were called to the scene on Highway 15 around 3pm Tuesday afternoon. https:/...
Jan 25, 2023
Drummond/North Elmsley approves 2.84% tax rate increase
Drummond North Elmsley is the first Lanark County community to finalize its 2023 budget and it comes with a 2.84% tax rate increase. This will cost taxpayers roughly $34 more next year for a property ...
Jan 24, 2023
Premiers hope federal cabinet retreat sparks changes in healthcare
Canada's premiers are hoping this week's federal cabinet retreat in Hamilton, Ontario, might bring them closer to a new deal on healthcare funding. The premiers want Ottawa to boost its share of healt...
Jan 24, 2023
Montague FD reminding residents to confirm location with 9-1-1 operators
The Montague Fire Department is reminding residents that to ensure that they show up when you call 9-1-1, you confirm with the dispatcher that you live in Lanark County. They note that since the Villa...
Jan 24, 2023
Carleton Place council approves 1.95% water and sewer rate increase
Carleton Place residents will see about a $19 increase on their annual water bill this year, as council passed a 1.95% increase to the water and sewer budget last week. Mayor Toby Randell said the tow...
Jan 24, 2023
Growth in Westport a promising sign, mayor says
Like many other local communities, Westport has seen growth in recent years. Not to the same extent as communities like Carleton Place or Beckwith, but a new housing development has brought new people...
Jan 24, 2023
Train-Van collision (no one hurt) in North Grenville ties up tracks for hours
Talk about luck. A train and van collision on County Road 18 in North Grenville caused some tie ups in the region for a while, but no injuries. Pictures from the scene show the back of the van crumple...
Jan 23, 2023
Smiths Falls says goodbye to long-time Constable
The Smiths Falls Police Service is recognizing the work done by Constable Dave Rakobowchuk, who has retired from the force to take a management position with CHEO security. The Constable has been with...
Jan 23, 2023
