Category Archives: 88.1 myFM News

New Ontario recycling rules bring more items and clearer guidance
Ontario's recycling program is now run by Circular Materials, and its CEO Alan Langdon says residents can recycle more items than ever - as long as they are reasonably clean. Under new provincial rule...
Bob Perreault Jan 14, 2026

Fill 'er up! Today's gas prices
Here are your local gas prices courtesy of gasbuddy.com. Perth MacEwen - 112.6 Esso - 119.9 Canadian Tire - 119.9 Ultramar - 119.9 Shell - 115.9 Smiths Falls Drummond's - 121.9 Canadian ...
Bob Perreault Jan 14, 2026

Tragic ATV crash claims life of young child in Renfrew County
A five-year-old child has died after a weekend all-terrain vehicle crash in Renfrew County, Ontario Provincial Police say. Emergency crews were called to a private property in Brudenell, Lyndoch and R...
Bob Perreault Jan 14, 2026

Free tax help is back as ConnectWell launches 2026 clinics
ConnectWell Community Health is offering free income tax help again in 2026 for modest-income residents across the region. The Community Volunteer Income Tax Program is now taking phone appointments y...
Bob Perreault Jan 14, 2026

Brooke Henderson and Corey Conners shine again at mixed-team golf event
Smiths Falls' Brooke Henderson and fellow Canadian Corey Conners once again delivered a strong showing at the Grant Thornton Invitational in Florida. The mixed-team tournament was held Dec. 12 to 14 a...
Bob Perreault Jan 14, 2026 Photo: LPGA.com

Snowmobiling scare on Rideau River sends urgent warning to stay off the ice
Ontario Provincial Police are urging residents to stay off the water after a dramatic snowmobile rescue on the Rideau River near Burritts Rapids. Grenville OPP say officers were called around 8:30 p.m...
Bob Perreault Jan 14, 2026

The Lanark and Leeds 48
Here's what's up! If you're looking for a little fun and maybe a little luck, today, Perth Civitan Hall is hosting its weekly bingo night. Doors open at 5 o'clock, with bingo starting at 7. It's free ...
Bob Perreault Jan 14, 2026

What's Good? Parrot Partners - Giving birds a safe place to land
Parrots are among the most popular exotic pets in Canada, but animal rescues warn there aren't enough resources to support birds that can outlive their owners by decades. The largest parrot rescue in ...
Bob Perreault Jan 13, 2026

Reid renews call for AEDs in RCMP cruisers
Lanark-Frontenac MP Scott Reid's continuing his call for AEDs in RCMP cruisers. Reid has advocated for the installation each year in the House of Commons, which he says could save an estimated 300 liv...
88.1 myFM News Jan 13, 2026 Lanark-Frontenac MP, Scott Reid (2025) Grant Deme photo

Perth councillor says raising taxes follows dwindling provincial support
Perth Councillor David Bird says no one likes the 8% tax rate increase and 6% hike in water and wastewater rates, but provincial support is decreasing while all costs continue to increase. Bird says t...
88.1 myFM News Jan 13, 2026 Perth Councillor David Bird (file photo)
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