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Smiths Falls police tighten lobby access to boost safety and privacy
The Smiths Falls Police Service has announced new security measures for its station lobby, which will now remain locked 24 hours a day to en...
10h ago

Perth man faces multiple charges after vehicle flees from police
A Perth resident is facing several charges after a vehicle fled from police and led officers on a short chase Friday morning. Around 10:30 a...
10h ago

Large donation will see combination alarms donated to Perth residents
Enbridge Gas and Perth Fire Services have collaborated to provide 126 Combination smoke and carbon monoxide alarms through Safe Community Pr...
10h ago

Crosswalk dedication offers Carleton Place veterans time to reflect
The annual November 11th Remembrance Day Ceremony has played a major role in Canada since 1931. Every year, at the eleventh hour of the elev...
10h ago

Road, crossing closed on busy Smiths Falls locals today
A section of Main Street East in Smiths Falls will be closed for just over 24 hours starting today. The town says the stretch between Beckwi...
10h ago

Hunting season is here and the health unit has advice
Hunting season is upon us which of course means more times outdoors and a greater risk of lymes disease and other pathogens. You may also en...
10h ago

Carleton Place accepting citizen of the year nominations
If you know of any exceptional volunteers in Carleton Place, the Town's Citizen of the Year committee wants to hear from you. Nominations ar...
10h ago

Champions for Kids Foundation calls on local leaders to help change students' lives
The Champions for Kids (C4K) Foundation is calling on community members across the Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) area to step f...
10h ago

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Here's what's up! The Hackberry Men's Shed meets tonight at 6:45 in the Carleton Place Arena boardroom at 75 Neelin Street. It's free and op...
11h ago

What's good in Smiths Falls, Lanark and Leeds? Toonies for the Table is back!
Toonies for the Table is back in Perth, collecting donations for The Table Food Centre this holiday season. The community-driven campaign, l...
23h ago

Modernization a focus for Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital
The Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital remains focused on modernization in the years ahead. It was only less than a year ago they ditc...
Nov 03, 2025

Carleton Place one of two local municipalities receiving provincial pay-cut
The Ontario government announced the 2026 Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund Friday. Seven of nine area municipalities are all receiving mor...
Nov 03, 2025

Busy but steady September for Smiths Falls Police
Smiths Falls Police responded to 639 call in September, down from 638 in August. Deputy Police Chief Chris Kettyle broke down some of the nu...
Nov 03, 2025

Smiths Falls to adopt strong mayor budget rules for 2025 process
Smiths Falls will operate under Ontario's strong mayor budget framework for the next municipal budget cycle, aligning with provincial timeli...
Nov 03, 2025

Perth reminds residents to check home safety as the seasons change
The Town of Perth is reminding residents to take simple safety steps this season to keep their homes safe and comfortable. As temperatures d...
Nov 03, 2025
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The Smiths Falls, Lanark & Leeds 48
Here's what's up! If you're in Smiths Falls today, the Falls Food Hub is serving up a warm, free community meal at Hanley Hall on McGill Str...
Nov 03, 2025

What's good in Smiths Falls, Lanark and Leeds? BAM is back! Annual Food Drive returns Saturday
The RCL Automotive Build a Mountain of Food is back for it's 19th year. For the next six weeks, 11 communities will come together to collect...
Nov 03, 2025

This week's trending stories
Here are the top five stories of the week from LanarkLeedsToday.ca as chosen by your clicks. 1 - Three individuals have been charged with fi...
Nov 02, 2025

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Here's what's up! Start your day at the Christmas Is Coming Craft and Artisan Market at the Smiths Falls Legion, 7 Main Street East, open fr...
Nov 01, 2025

Yet to be identified human remains discovered near Smiths Falls linked Thomson murder case
Ontario Provincial Police have located human remains at a property northeast of Smiths Falls, connected to the investigation into the death ...
Oct 31, 2025

Long weekend! Sort of.... Daylight Saving Time comes to an end
It's time once again to set the clocks back one hour on Saturday night as we return to standard daylight saving time - a practice which has ...
Oct 31, 2025

Poppy campaign begins for another year
The poppy campaign is back for another year as it remains the largest fundraiser for legions everywhere. Stacey Niceliu is the assistant cha...
Oct 31, 2025
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Expanded MRI hours mean faster care for patients in Perth and Smiths Falls
The Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital (PSFDH) is making it easier for patients to get MRI scans by adding evening hours. The hospital...
Oct 31, 2025

Police on patrol to ensure safe Halloween
Kids all across our listening area will be out trick or treating tonight - even if it's raining cats and dog. Joining them will be Smiths Fa...
Oct 31, 2025

Carleton Place announces fall curbside leaf collection and compost yard closing
The Town of Carleton Place's fall curbside leaf collection runs from November 3 to 14, 2025. Bags must be at the curb by 7 a.m., weigh under...
Oct 31, 2025

The Smiths Falls, Lanark & Leeds 48
Here's what's up! Get your costumes ready - it's Halloween night! Celebrate with Country Rocks at The Pews in Merrickville, 100 St. Lawrence...
Oct 31, 2025

What's good in Smiths Falls, Lanark & Leeds? Trick or treat safely with the OPP
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is reminding everyone to stay safe this Halloween as children head out for treats. The rainfall could po...
Oct 30, 2025

Murder charges laid following disappearance of Smiths Falls resident Robbie Thomson
Three individuals have been charged with first degree murder in the missing persons case of Robbie Thomson. Christopher Fenton, 48, and Erin...
Oct 30, 2025

Soaked and slow: heavy rain hits Lanark, Leeds and Grenville
Environment Canada has issued a Rainfall Warning for the 88.1 myFM and WOW FM listening area, with up to 70 millimetres expected between Thu...
Oct 30, 2025

Health unit flags infection control concerns at Carleton Place salon
Southeast Public Health (SEPH) has identified infection prevention and control concerns at Ivy Beauty Bar on McNeely Avenue in Carleton Plac...
Oct 30, 2025
