Transformation of hope: Community gathers in Perth’s Stewart Park for butterfly release

LAURIE WEIR It was the first time that the Community Home Support Lanark County offered a butterfly release event.  Friends and families who have lost loved ones, or remember those […]

Perth Fair: A Labour Day weekend tradition

LAURIE WEIR The Perth Agriculture Fair is set to bring excitement, tradition, and community spirit to the Perth Fairgrounds this Labour Day weekend, from Aug. 30 to Sept. 2. As […]

The Table Community Food Centre tackles food insecurity with community-focused initiatives

Grants to others unchanged after vote by Perth councillors defeats motion LAURIE WEIR In a concerted effort to address food insecurity and foster a healthier, more connected community, The Table […]

Perth’s $32M Active Transportation Plan is active document for future planning, grant opportunities

LAURIE WEIR Perth’s town council received a report that the Active Transportation Plan (ATP) that aims to improve walking and cycling infrastructure throughout the town comes with a multi-million-dollar price […]

Local hospital introduces mobility team to improve patient outcomes 

SUBMITTED The Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital (the “Hospital”) is proud to announce a new and innovative program that will support our in-patients and enhance their mobility.  In August […]

Former Perth councillor, Bill White dies

Town will lower flag for three days in his honour STAFF WRITER A former member of Perth town council for 25 years, and an avid sports enthusiast, has passed away.  […]

Tiny homes proposal for Perth to be filled through Lanark County housing list

LAURIE WEIR Three tiny homes are proposed by Lanark County for 20 Robinson St. in Perth. A public meeting was held on Aug. 6 at the town hall in Perth […]

Community Home Support Lanark County: 35 years of serving the community

LAURIE WEIR Community Home Support Lanark County (CHSLC) has been a cornerstone of support for seniors, adults with physical disabilities, and individuals diagnosed with life-limiting illnesses for the past 35 […]

Golf legend on her way to Paris for third Olympic appearance

Fans invited to line the streets of Smiths Falls for sensational send-off LAURIE WEIR Family, friends and fans of Brooke Henderson are invited to line Brockville, Beckwith and Elmsley streets […]

Perth Garlic Festival celebrates 25 years

LAURIE WEIR What started as a few friends selling garlic out of the backs of their trucks has turned into a quarter-century of festival fun. For two days in August, […]