Author Archives: 88.1 myFM News

Today's Gas Prices
Here are your local gas prices powered by Gas Buddy Perth MacEwen - 172.6 Esso - 172.9 Petro Canada & Canadian Tire - 173.3 Ultramar - 174.3 Shell - 177.9 Smiths Falls Drummond's - 1...
88.1 myFM News May 13, 2026

Tick warning issued as Lyme disease risk rises
With warmer weather arriving across eastern Ontario, Southeast Public Health is warning residents to take extra precautions against blacklegged ticks and the diseases they can spread. Health officials...
88.1 myFM News May 13, 2026 Parasitic biting insect on background of epidermis detail. Disgusting carrier of encephalitis, Lyme disease or babesiosis infections. Tick-borne diseases

Local man charged in Perth homicide investigation, two murder suspects wanted
A Perth man has been arrested in connection with a suspicious death investigation that began last month at Last Duel Park. Lanark County OPP say officers responded to the park on April 12th at about 3...
88.1 myFM News May 12, 2026

Former Councillor steps into Smiths Falls Mayoral contest
Christopher Cummings is aiming for the Mayor's seat in Smiths Falls. Cummings served on Smiths Falls council from 2006 to 2018, and is the current chair of the CDSBEO. The former councillor hopes to c...
88.1 myFM News May 12, 2026

Meet the candidate: We spoke to Smiths Falls mayor-hopeful Nate Morris
Nate Morris is running for Mayor in Smiths Falls. We asked him the age old question: If he supports keeping the Smiths Falls Police Service, or is in favour of OPP policing. Story by Grant Deme
88.1 myFM News May 11, 2026

The Smiths Falls, Lanark & Leeds 48
Here's what's up! Open Doors Mental Health will host in-person fundraising days at Independent Grocer locations in Carleton Perth today, supporting free mental health services for children, youth and ...
88.1 myFM News May 08, 2026

Mental Health Week: Residents' wellbeing a focus at Van Horne Retirement Residence
Van Horne Manor Retirement Residence in Smiths Falls remains focused on ensuring the mental health of each resident is top of mind. Health and Wellness Manager Camille Latulippe says they do so with a...
88.1 myFM News May 07, 2026 Camille Latulippe (left) and Diana Edgett (right). Grant Deme photo

OPP operation disrupts fentanyl trafficking networks in eastern Ontario, Quebec
A major police operation in eastern Ontario and Quebec has significantly reduced the amount of fentanyl expected to reach communities in eastern Ontario, authorities said Tuesday. The Ontario Provinci...
88.1 myFM News May 07, 2026

Rural reality: Longer outages mean more planning outside town limits
Living in rural areas comes with unique challenges during emergencies, especially when power goes out. That's the message from Perth Fire Chief Trevor Choffe during Emergency Preparedness Week. He say...
88.1 myFM News May 07, 2026

Speed limit changes coming to Almonte
At Mississippi Mills April 28th council meeting, new speed limits were set for Paterson Street and Old Almonte Road. Motorists can expect to see signs indicating that the limit on Paterson will be 40 ...
88.1 myFM News May 07, 2026
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