Author Archives: 88.1 myFM News

Lanark County OPP are investigating a Friday night fire in Perth. Police say they were called to the scene just before 6pm on April 7th to assist Perth Fire Services with a fully engulfed structure fi...

As spring arrives, it's important to remember to be mindful of bears. Due to the scarcity of natural food sources, bears who have recently woken up from hibernation often scavenge for food in garbage ...

Mississippi Mills is hoping for a different outcome in their second attempt at securing provincial funding to replace the Almonte curling refrigeration plant. Staff are trying again to secure $150,000...

Staff from the Town of Perth issued a report last week surrounding a potential off-leash dog park. In a packed council chambers with dog lovers on hand at the committee of the whole meeting, the issue...

The Eastern Ontario Junior Hockey League has never been healthier. That's according to its Commissioner Marc Franche, who said attendance has been through the roof even in comparison to pre-pandemic l...

The Table Community Food Centre is bringing back its Cooking Connections class for a second time. The eight, once a week sessions combines mental health workshops and engagement with cooking delicious...

The Smiths Falls Bears eliminated the Carleton Place Canadians in five games of their opening round CCHL playoff series on March 31st. Head Coach and General Manager Pat Malloy felt his club moving on...

The ice storm on Wednesday caused damage throughout our listening area. The town of Carleton Place couldn't avoid the brunt of it, with mayor Toby Randell out surveying the damage later on. Knocked do...

There's lots of closures today and Sunday for local businesses for Easter Weekend, but there are some operating holiday hours in case you're in a pinch. Andresss' Your Independent Grocery in Smiths Fa...

The Leeds & Grenville Lanark District Health Unit has the information you may be seeking if you're still picking up the pieces from Wednesday's storm. They have a variety of resources on their web...