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Pedestrian hit by car in Smiths Falls: police investigating
A pedestrian was taken to the hospital as a precaution after a collision on Elmsley Street South in Smiths Falls on Jan. 13, 2025. Smiths Fa...
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Today's local gas prices
Here are your local gas prices courtesy gasbuddy.com. Perth MacEwen - 148.9 Esso - 149.9 Canadian Tire - 148.9 Ultramar - 148.9 Shell - 152....
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Smiths Falls community grants up for grabs: decision-making process underway
For 2025 the Town of Smiths Falls has proposed a budget of $210K, representing 1% of anticipated tax revenues, for community grants to suppo...
14h ago
Lanark County tackles growth with new study, invites public input
Lanark County is gearing up for growth with a fresh approach to planning. The Upper Tier government has a key role in assessing population, ...
14h ago
Food insecurity crisis in eastern Ontario: is there a solution?
Public health units in eastern Ontario are joining forces to address the growing crisis of food insecurity affecting families and individual...
14h ago
Looking for a fun way to give back? Volunteer for Smiths Falls Old Home Week 2025
Organizers of Smiths Falls Old Home Week 2025 are seeking volunteers to help plan and execute this exciting event. Volunteers will have the ...
14h ago
Online payments are now available in the Town of Perth
The Town of Perth is making it easier than ever to enjoy local activities with the launch of online payments. Residents can now conveniently...
14h ago
The Lanark Leeds 48
Here's what's going on in Lanark and Leeds over the next 48 hours. Stuff to do: Starts today: Beat the Winter Blues with the Perth Family He...
14h ago
COMMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: This year SF Rotary Club Ladies Night to feature history-making keynote speaker
The Rotary Club of Smiths Falls is hosting its Ladies' Night on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 95, Smiths...
Jan 16, 2025
Today's local gas prices
Here are your local gas prices courtesy gasbuddy.com. Perth MacEwen - 148.9 Esso - 149.9 Canadian Tire - 148.9 Ultramar - 148.9 Shell - 152....
Jan 16, 2025
Not too bad: Insurance rate jump in Smiths Falls not as high as thought
Smiths Falls Council got a preview of their insurance rates for 2025 and while the Town is facing an increase, CAO Malcom Morris reported st...
Jan 16, 2025
How to protect your family and home from fire: Simple steps everyone should take
Fire safety is a shared responsibility, and everyone can take steps to protect their family and home from devastating fires. Experts say pre...
Jan 16, 2025
Lanark County offers help to those facing homelessness
Lanark County is providing support to residents experiencing homelessness through its Homeless Response Team. The team offers assistance to ...
Jan 16, 2025
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Applications open for Carleton Place's community funding program
Local groups can now apply for financial support through the Community Enrichment Program. The program offers up to $1,500 annually to commu...
Jan 16, 2025
IPV related arrest made after bail violations in Smiths Falls
A 28-year-old man was arrested on January 8, 2025, for breaching his bail conditions, according to the Smiths Falls Police Service. Officers...
Jan 16, 2025
The Lanark-Leeds 48
Here's what's going on in Lanark and Leeds over the next 48 hours. Stuff to do: Today: There's weekly Bingo at McDonalds Corners Agricultura...
Jan 16, 2025
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: New year, new goals
Dr. Linna Li, Deputy Medical Officer of Health with the South East Health Unit, and Dana Douglas, Registered Dietitian, are encouraging resi...
Jan 15, 2025
Today's local gas prices
Here are your local gas prices courtesy gasbuddy.com. Perth MacEwen - 148.9 Esso - 149.9 Canadian Tire - 148.9 Ultramar - 148.9 Shell - 152....
Jan 15, 2025
Stay off the ice! But if you do venture out...
It's been cold, which has more and more winter enthusiasts heading out on to the ice to do things like skate or ice fish. DNE Fire Chief Gre...
Jan 15, 2025
Perth braces for the closure of Algonquin College campus
Reaction to the impending closure of Algonquin College's Perth Campus has been disappointment. The phased process, expected to conclude by s...
Jan 15, 2025
Fun returns: Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority revives education programs
The Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority (MVCA) is bringing back its popular Watershed Education Programs. After a brief pause, the MVC...
Jan 15, 2025
Have your say: join the open house for Perth's official plan update!
The Town of Perth is inviting residents to an Open House on January 29, 2025, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. at Town Hall to discuss proposed up...
Jan 15, 2025
The Lanark-Leeds 48
Here's what's going on in Lanark and Leeds over the next 48 hours. Stuff to do: Today: Join Montague Recreation for weekly dodgeball nights ...
Jan 15, 2025
Woman arrested for breaching sentencing conditions
A 27-year-old woman was arrested on January 9, 2025, after breaching her conditional sentence order, stemming from previous intimate partner...
Jan 15, 2025
Canada Post raises rates: Carleton Place urges switch to e-billing
Canada Post has increased its rates to address rising costs of providing mail services. This change means higher expenses for municipalities...
Jan 15, 2025
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: New hospital-based midwife settled in at PSFDH
The Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital welcomed Lauren Tignanelli as its first hospital-based midwife last summer. Tignanelli has been...
Jan 14, 2025
Today's local gas prices
Here are your local gas prices courtesy gasbuddy.com. Perth MacEwen - 150.9 Esso - 150.9 Canadian Tire - 150.6 Ultramar - 150.6 Shell - 152....
Jan 14, 2025
LGTIRL Liberal candidate in LA almost surrounded by wildfire
As deadly wildfires continue to rage in the Los Angeles-area, Lorna Jean Edmonds, the provincial Liberal candidate for Leeds-Grenville-Thous...
Jan 14, 2025
Driver in crisis stopped by police after dangerous driving reports
Smiths Falls Police apprehended a driver in crisis on January 12, 2025, after reports of dangerous driving in a residential area. Officers, ...
Jan 14, 2025
Beckwith skating trail opens: Skaters rejoice at icy wonderland
The Beckwith Skating Trail officially opened on January 10, 2025, welcoming visitors to its scenic one kilometre loop behind the Beckwith Re...
Jan 14, 2025