Author Archives: 88.1 myFM News

Rideau Lakes defers role in regional recreation talks
Rideau Lakes council has voted to defer participation in a proposed regional recreation steering committee connected to possible future arena and fieldhouse plans in Smiths Falls. Council debated conc...
88.1 myFM News Jun 04, 2026

A powerful pow wow is returning to Duck Island this June
The Spirit of the Drum Pow Wow is returning to Duck Island this June, bringing a colourful celebration of culture, community, music and tradition back to the area. The event is set for June 13 and 14,...
88.1 myFM News Jun 04, 2026

Local high burn risk prompts fire safety reminder
Dry conditions have prompted the Mississippi Mills Fire Department to raise the local burn risk to Level 3, considered a high risk category on June 2nd. The Ministry of Natural Resources has also issu...
88.1 myFM News Jun 04, 2026

The Smiths Falls, Lanark & Leeds 48
Have an event for the 48? Let us know about it here! Stuff to do: The Adult Learning and Training Centre will host virtual Learning Strategies workshops today and tomorrow from 10 a.m. to noon. Sessio...
88.1 myFM News Jun 04, 2026

New public works garage floor plan raises questions for Smiths Falls councilor
Smiths Falls council got a look at the site and floor plan of the new public works garage on Air Care Drive after the 2025 fire. Since the fire, Public Works staff have been operating from the warehou...
88.1 myFM News Jun 03, 2026

Lanark County Pride events are about to take over June
Pride Month has begun, and Lanark County will have several ways for people to celebrate, connect and show support. Events are planned throughout June, with community gatherings taking place in Smiths ...
88.1 myFM News Jun 03, 2026 Pride, 2025

New approach has Lanark County asking businesses what they need
Lanark County is launching a new Business Retention and Expansion initiative aimed at helping local businesses grow and create jobs. The program, introduced during Wednesday's Economic Development Com...
88.1 myFM News Jun 03, 2026

Local MP reacts to steep drop in Canadians travelling to the United States
New data from researchers at the University of Toronto suggests travel to the United States by Canadians has dropped far more sharply than expected this year. Cell phone data compiled by the researche...
88.1 myFM News Jun 03, 2026 MP Michael Barrett (file photo)

Today's Gas Prices
Here are your local gas prices powered by Gas Buddy Perth MacEwen - 161.0 Esso - 160.9 Petro Canada & Canadian Tire - 163.3 Ultramar - 160.9 Shell - 162.9 Smiths Falls Drummond's - 165.6 Pe...
88.1 myFM News Jun 03, 2026

Speed stop leads to impaired driving charge in Lanark County
A Beckwith Township resident is facing impaired driving charges after a traffic stop in Mississippi Mills Township. The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police says an officer was co...
88.1 myFM News Jun 03, 2026
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