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Local land trust concerned gifted land will be expropriated for high-speed rail
The Rideau Waterway Land Trust is raising concerns about the proposed southern route for the Alto high-speed rail project, warning it could ...
2h ago
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44% of local public defibrillators not "ready for rescue," according to report
The Lanark County Paramedic Service continues its Public Access Defibrillator program, encouraging all facilities who have an on-site AED to...
2h ago
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Lanark County Community Forest passes audit, posts another year of steady growth
Lanark County's Community Forest continued to show strong environmental stewardship and financial stability in 2025, according to its latest...
2h ago
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Perth council approves new fire service van
Perth is moving ahead with replacing its aging 2011 Fire Services van, after council approved the purchase of a new unit through a competiti...
2h ago

Blocked drains investigation ends in criminal mischief charges
Smiths Falls Police say an investigation into damage at several municipal buildings has led to charges against a Perth man. Police allege a ...
2h 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 ...
3h ago

What's good? Perth Sports Hall of Fame class honours Olympians, builders and trailblazers
The Perth and District Sports Hall of Fame has unveiled a diverse 2026 induction class, recognizing athletes, builders and a championship te...
3h ago

This week's news in review
Here are this week's trending stories on lanarkleedstoday.ca according to your views. 1) A fourth person has been charged in connection wit...
Apr 26, 2026

OPP investigate serious incident in Carleton Place, one person injured
The Ontario Provincial Police is investigating a serious incident in Carleton Place. Officers were called to a residence near Cram Street an...
Apr 24, 2026

Four-vehicle crash blocks Highway 7 in Mississippi Mills
337 P.M UPDATE: Listeners are reporting the vehicles are removed from the road and traffic is moving once again. A section of Highway 7 in M...
Apr 24, 2026

OPP warn of bear activity after encounter near Port Elmsley
The Ontario Provincial Police is reminding residents to stay alert after a bear encounter in the Port Elmsley and Beverage Locks area. Polic...
Apr 24, 2026

Silence broken: Preparing for May's Sexual Assault Prevention Month
Sexual Assault Prevention Month in May will bring awareness events, survivor support initiatives and community education to Lanark County, a...
Apr 24, 2026

Local hockey team calling for support after Easter Sunday brain anuerysm
The Westport Lumberjacks are calling on community support as their number one fan faces a family crisis. John Rankin's wife and mother of fo...
Apr 24, 2026

Festival of the Maples marks 50 years with special events and return of fan favourite dance
The Festival of the Maples is celebrating a major milestone in downtown Perth on Saturday, April 25th, 2026. Organizer Brian Perkin says the...
Apr 24, 2026

Online threats probe ends with suspect surrendering to police
Smiths Falls Police say a local woman is charged after an investigation into online threats. Police say officers became aware of an exchange...
Apr 24, 2026

Perth doubles cash-in-lieu of parking fees
At Perth's recent Town council meeting, councillors authorized increasing their cash-in-lieu parking fees from $5,000 per space to $10,000. ...
Apr 24, 2026
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Today's gas prices
Perth MacEwen - 159.6 Esso - 151.9 Petro Canada & Canadian Tire - 151.9 Ultramar - 153.9 Shell - 151.9 Smiths Falls Drummond's - 161.6 C...
Apr 24, 2026

OPP record check times drop after major review
The Ontario Provincial Police say turnaround times for online police record checks have improved significantly following a series of operati...
Apr 24, 2026

The Smiths Falls, Lanark & Leeds 48
Here's what's up! Turpin's Trail performs Celtic and folk favourites tonight at 7:30 p.m. at Trinity United Church, 41 Market St. North, Smi...
Apr 24, 2026

What's good? This creative hub is giving Smiths Falls something new to do downtown
A growing creative business in downtown Smiths Falls is offering residents a fresh and positive way to spend their time. The Craft Witch has...
Apr 23, 2026

Carleton Place reveals new sports complex concept
Carleton Place council got a first look at a concept plan for a new multi-use recreation facility at their April 21st meeting. The proposal ...
Apr 23, 2026

"We can't afford it," Town of Perth pleading for county help with climbing courthouse costs
The Town of Perth is paying $240,382 in court security and prisoner transport fees in 2026, and the cost is expected to climb drastically ne...
Apr 23, 2026

Flood warning issued for Mississippi River, Dalhousie Lake levels rising
A Flood Warning has been issued for parts of the Mississippi River watershed, with water levels continuing to rise in Dalhousie Lake and dow...
Apr 23, 2026

Record number of vendors and events set to energize Festival of the Maples
There will be no shortage of things to see and do at this year's Festival of the Maples in downtown Perth on Saturday, April 25th, 2026. Org...
Apr 23, 2026

Kemptville jail fears grow as mayor pushes back on expansion rumours
The mayor of North Grenville says misinformation is fuelling concern about a proposed provincial correctional facility in Kemptville, insist...
Apr 23, 2026

OPP charge Carleton Place man with impaired driving
The Ontario Provincial Police say a Carleton Place resident has been charged following an impaired driving investigation in Lanark County. P...
Apr 23, 2026

Today's gas prices
Perth MacEwen - 159.6 Esso - 144.9 Petro Canada & Canadian Tire - 149.9 Ultramar - 149.9 Shell - 151.9 Smiths Falls Drummond's - 161.6 C...
Apr 23, 2026

The Smiths Falls, Lanark & Leeds 48
Here's what's up! Turpin's Trail performs Celtic and folk favourites tonight at 7:30 p.m. at Trinity United Church, 41 Market St. North, Smi...
Apr 23, 2026

What's good? A summer option for the kids
With summer just around the corner, families across the region are turning their attention to kids' camps offering safe, engaging ways to ke...
Apr 22, 2026

Fourth person charged in Smiths Falls homicide investigation
A fourth person has been charged in connection with a homicide investigation in Smiths Falls. Ontario Provincial Police say 42-year-old Mark...
Apr 22, 2026

