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Perth ER doctor renews calls for more beds, access to long-term care
Perth ER Physician Dr. Alan Drummond is calling for more bed capacity and quickened access to long-term care homes in a bid for less hospita...
10h ago

New steering committee to explore $49 million Smiths Falls recreation centre
Council in Smiths Falls has agreed to create a new steering committee to help guide planning for a proposed regional recreation facility. Th...
10h ago

Alto extends public consultation on high-speed rail project
Public consultation on the proposed Alto High-Speed Rail Project is being extended by nearly a month as interest in the project continues to...
10h ago

Flooring warranty for cottages, what you need to know
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 ar...
10h ago

Carleton Place approves community grants
Carleton Place council's committee has approved the first round of funding for its 2026 Community Enrichment Program, allocating support to ...
10h ago

Deadline approaching for grants that could help transform Smiths Falls properties
Property owners in Smiths Falls are being reminded that time is running out to apply for funding under the town's newly enhanced Community I...
10h ago
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What's good? Veteran pushes forward with commemorative crosswalk in Perth - How you can help
A Perth veteran is leading a community effort to install a commemorative crosswalk honouring Canadian Armed Forces members - and time is tic...
11h ago

The Smiths Falls, Lanark & Leeds 48
Here's what's up! The Falls Food Hub in Smiths Falls offers community meals every Monday at Hanley Hall on McGill Street. The doors open at ...
11h ago

This week's news in review
Here are this week's trending stories on lanarkleedstoday.ca according to your views. 1) Smiths Falls is holding out hope to be included as ...
Mar 15, 2026

Silence Broken: Children living with violence at home may show hidden signs
The latest episode of Silence Broken: The IPV talks, addresses children who witness intimate partner violence at home. Hosts Bob Perreault a...
Mar 13, 2026

Local students protest OSAP cuts, march to Perth Town Hall
Local high school students protested the cuts to OSAP funding Thursday afternoon in front of Perth Town Hall. PDCI senior Keira Berry said t...
Mar 13, 2026

Carleton Place childcare rates set to rise
Parents with children in some Carleton Place childcare programs could soon see a fee increase this spring.. Town staff recommended a 2.1 per...
Mar 13, 2026

March Break in Mississippi Mills
Families in Mississippi Mills will have plenty of ways to stay busy this March Break with a full week of activities planned across the commu...
Mar 13, 2026
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Montague moves to tighten election sign rules ahead of 2026 vote
Montague Township is moving to tighten its election sign rules ahead of the next municipal vote. Council supported a recommendation during i...
Mar 13, 2026

The Smiths Falls, Lanark & Leeds 48
Here's what's up! The PEP Seniors Therapeutic Centre in Perth is inviting the public to an open house today from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Visitors can...
Mar 13, 2026

What's good? Why an AI expert is bringing the tech conversation to rural Lanark County
Residents across Lanark County and the Ottawa Valley are being invited to explore the fast-changing world of artificial intelligence during ...
Mar 12, 2026

OPP exercise underway near Perth landmark
Residents in Perth may notice an increased police presence today (Thursday, March 12) near the former Perth Soap Factory on Harriot Street, ...
Mar 12, 2026

Perth students to walk out of class over OSAP cuts, march to Town Hall
Students at Perth and District Collegiate Institute and St. John Catholic High School are planning a coordinated walkout Thursday afternoon ...
Mar 12, 2026
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Smiths Falls considers cancelling recycling business pickup
The Town of Smiths Falls is considering axing their recycling collection for businesses, after the provincial changes at the start of 2026 d...
Mar 12, 2026

Perth council adds voice to opposition of ALTO high-speed rail
At a recent committee meeting, councillor David Bird initially introduced a motion declaring the project to be of no value to the Town. The ...
Mar 12, 2026

New hires and promotions bring fresh momentum to Smiths Falls Police Service
Smiths Falls Police Service is welcoming new officers and marking promotions as the department continues to grow and strengthen service in t...
Mar 12, 2026

Rideau Lakes driver charged after fleeing Gananoque Police
In the early morning hours of March 3rd, Gananoque Police Service officers on patrol noticed a vehicle driving erratically. When officers at...
Mar 12, 2026

Half-load road restrictions return as spring thaw arrives in Montague
Drivers in Montague Township will soon see familiar spring road restrictions as warmer weather begins to soften local roads. During its Marc...
Mar 12, 2026

The Smiths Falls, Lanark & Leeds 48
Here's what's up! A free Seniors Safety Workshop will be held today from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at the Smiths Falls Civitan Club, 12468 Highway 15. ...
Mar 12, 2026

What's good? Perth Civitan member defines volunteering
To say Peter McTavish is a long-serving member of the Civitan Club of Perth would be the understatement of the year as he's now entering his...
Mar 11, 2026

Weather warning forces cancellations but community hub stays open
Operations at The Table Community Food Centre have changed today due to an Orange Weather Warning issued by Environment Canada. Officials sa...
Mar 11, 2026

Public Health closes offices today, March 11th, due to wintery blast
Thanks to the Environment Canada Orange weather warning, Southeast Public Health offices will be closed on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, due to...
Mar 11, 2026

School buses cancelled across eastern Ontario due to Freezing Rain warning
School bus and special vehicle transportation has been cancelled across all counties served by the Catholic District School Board of Eastern...
Mar 11, 2026

Smiths Falls still lobbying for high-speed rail stop
Smiths Falls is holding out hope to be included as a stop with Alto high-speed rail. CAO Malcom Morris reminded council of the December 8th ...
Mar 11, 2026

Graduation rates, EQAO scores climb for UCDSB's Indigenous students
Implementing an action plan for Indigenous Education is part of the Upper Canada District School Boards 2025-2029 Director's Workplan and th...
Mar 11, 2026
