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Town of Perth opposes strong mayoral powers
At a special Perth council meeting on Monday, the sole item on the agenda was the Ontario government's proposal to bestow strong mayoral pow...
2h ago

Lanark-Frontenac Liberal Canadidate Foxton meets voters in Carleton Place
Michelle Foxton, the Lanark-Frontenac Liberal Candidate, held a meet and greet in Carleton Place on Saturday April 12. Shortened introductor...
2h ago

Paul Lancione makes case for NDP in LGTIRL
When asked what the largest federal election issue facing residents in Leeds-Grenville-Thousand Islands & Rideau Lakes , NDP Candidate P...
2h ago

Important change to burn permits in Beckwith Township
There have been changes to burn permit regulations in Beckwith Township. All residents must now call to activate their burn permit before ev...
2h ago

Three young adults charged following several area thefts
Three young adults are facing charges in connection with a series of thefts across Lanark, Leeds, and Grenville counties across the month of...
2h ago

Details on Rideau Lakes by-election
The Township of Rideau Lakes By-Election will be held June 20th through the 26th. It's to fill the Ward 3 South Crosby seat vacated by Joan ...
2h ago

The Lanark-Leeds 48
Here's what's going on in Lanark and Leeds over the next 48 hours. Stuff to do: Today: MMLT's fourth birdhouse fundraiser auction runs April...
2h ago

What's Good Lanark Leeds: Linden Housing Co-operative lands $12 million loan
Linden Housing Co-operative received $12 million in loans through the Canada Mortage Housing Corporation last month. Chair Steven Welchner s...
15h ago

Police say this wanted man is dangerous
Lanark County OPP are looking for 51-year-old Willy Scharf. There's an arrest warrant out for Scharf after an incident Friday nighty in Inni...
20h ago

Today's gas prices
Here are your local gas prices courtesy of gasbuddy.com. Perth MacEwen - 120.6 Esso - 120.9 Canadian Tire - 120.6 Ultramar - 120.6 Shell - 1...
23h ago

No apology coming from Rideau Lakes mayor, councillors
No apology will be issued by Rideau Lakes Mayor Arie Hoogenboom and Councillors Marcia Maxwell and Ron Pollard. Deputy Mayor Paula Banks put...
Apr 14, 2025

Michael Barrett says the Conservatives are the best choice for Leeds-Grenville
We continue with our coverage of the Federal Election. Leeds-Grenville Conservative Candidate Michael Barrett says his party will stand up f...
Apr 14, 2025

Resident or tourist, the Downtown Heritage Perth BIA want to hear from you
The Downtown Heritage Perth BIA is seeking input from both residents and visitors to help shape its new Strategic Plan. The goal is to defin...
Apr 14, 2025

Temperatures expected this climb soon - for good
The average temperature for this time of year is supposed to be 11 degrees. Anyone who has stepped outside in recent days knows we've ben we...
Apr 14, 2025

Ottawa wins Barkley Cup, CCHL Canadians, Bears force Game 7
It was a busy weekend of playoff hockey across the CCHL and EOJHL. In the CCHL, the Smiths Falls Bears fell to the Rockland Nationals, who w...
Apr 14, 2025

Smiths Falls spring carnival has bouncy castles, petting zoo, axe throwing and more
Families are invited to celebrate the season at the Spring Carnival hosted by the Smiths Falls Heritage House Museum on April 26 from 11 a.m...
Apr 14, 2025

Ontarians urged to avoid pruning oak trees
Ontario residents are advised not to prune oak trees from now until November to prevent the spread of oak wilt, a dangerous fungal disease. ...
Apr 14, 2025
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The Lanark-Leeds 48
Here's what's going on in Lanark and Leeds over the next 48 hours. Stuff to do: Today: The Falls Food Hub in Smiths Falls offers community m...
Apr 14, 2025

What's Good in Lanark & Leeds: Help make a difference
Volunteers are vital to the success of local events, and we have many incredible events in communities across our listening area. One group ...
Apr 14, 2025

This week's news in review
Here are this week's top news stories according to your engagement on lanarkleedstoday.ca. Local mayors respond to the additional powers the...
Apr 13, 2025

The Lanark-Leeds 48
Here's what's going on in Lanark and Leeds over the next 48 hours. Stuff to do: Today: St. George's hosts a free community breakfast on Apri...
Apr 12, 2025

Today's local gas prices
Here are your local gas prices courtesy of gasbuddy.com. Perth MacEwen - 125.6 Esso - 125.9 Canadian Tire - 126.0 Ultramar - 125.9 Shell - 1...
Apr 11, 2025

Local mayors react to being given additional power
The Ontario government has announced plans to add "strong mayoral powers," to 169 more municipalities effective May 1st, giving co...
Apr 11, 2025

Rideau Lakes repeals pay suspensions for two councillors
Following legal advice, Rideau Lakes council has overturned its previous decision on three integrity commissioner reports. Council voted una...
Apr 11, 2025

Live kidney donor saves life of nephew
Margaret McDonald's highlighting the importance of organ donation for Be A Donor Month. She donated a kidney to her nephew Peter Murphy 15 y...
Apr 11, 2025

Hidden camera in Carleton Place apartment leads to voyeurism and gun charges
A man from Carleton Place is facing voyeurism and firearms charges after a hidden camera was found in a local apartment. Lanark County OPP s...
Apr 11, 2025
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Road blasting set to begin Monday in Carleton Place
Carleton Place staff is advising residents the blasting permit for Coleman Central Phase 2 has been granted an extension. Blasting is schedu...
Apr 11, 2025
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The Lanark-Leeds 48
Here's what's going on in Lanark and Leeds over the next 48 hours. Stuff to do: Today: Scottish Country Dancing returns to McMartin House, 1...
Apr 11, 2025

WHAT'S GOOD IN LEEDS-GRENVILLE? A familiar voice touts Be a Donor Month
April is Be A Donor Month and here at myFM, one of our own is sharing his incredible story in the hopes of increasing organ donation. Grant ...
Apr 10, 2025

Today's local gas prices
Here are your local gas prices courtesy of gasbuddy.com. Perth MacEwen - 125.3 Esso - 125.6 Canadian Tire - 125.3 Ultramar - 125.6 Shell - 1...
Apr 10, 2025