Category Archives: 88.1 myFM News

9-1-1 call at hotel leads to IPV arrest in Smiths Falls
A 9-1-1 call from hotel staff in Smiths Falls has led to an intimate partner violence arrest. Smiths Falls Police Service say officers were called to a local hotel on December 21, 2025, after receivin...
Bob Perreault Jan 05, 2026

It's your last chance to weigh in on the next Smiths Falls budget
Smiths Falls is asking residents, businesses and property owners to share feedback on the town's draft 2026 municipal budget. The first version was presented to council in November and December. Mayor...
88.1 myFM News Jan 05, 2026

The Smiths Falls, Lanark & Leeds 48
Here's what's up! The Falls Food Hub in Smiths Falls serves its community meal every Monday at Hanley Hall on McGill Street. Doors open at 11, and lunch is served at noon. Everyone is welcome. In Pert...
88.1 myFM News Jan 05, 2026

What's good? The future of local news can include print
News affects our daily lives, whether from local media sources or national broadcasters. We are constantly bombarded with stories and clips from a wide variety of sources; some can be trusted, and som...
Bob Perreault Jan 05, 2026 Sarah Gillingwater

This week's news in review
Here are the top 5 stories of the week from LanarkLeedsToday.ca based on your views. 1) A 66-year-old woman from Smiths Falls is being mourned after a fatal two-vehicle collision in Leeds County on Ne...
88.1 myFM News Jan 04, 2026

Smiths Falls woman among two killed in Leeds County crash
A 66-year-old woman from Smiths Falls is being mourned after a fatal two-vehicle collision in Leeds County on New Year's Eve. The Ontario Provincial Police say the crash happened on County Road 29 nea...
Bob Perreault Jan 02, 2026 File Photo

Back in the ice, back at the helm as Perth Polar Bear Plunge raises more than $30K
The founder of the Perth Polar Bear Plunge says this year's event was everything he hoped for and more, as jumpers helped raise more than $30,000 for The Perth Branch of the Canadian Legion, celebrati...
Bob Perreault Jan 02, 2026 Photo: Amanda Lavery

Perth Mayor reflects on 2025
Perth Mayor Judy Brown provided her views on the events of 2025. One of the top items discussed was the recent announcement that Caivan Communities, Perth and Lanark County had successfully come to a ...
88.1 myFM News Jan 02, 2026 Town of Perth Photo

Arrests made in Smiths Falls underpass assault
Smiths Falls Police say three additional suspects have been identified and arrested following an assault at the Victoria Street pedestrian underpass last month. Police began the investigation on Decem...
88.1 myFM News Jan 02, 2026

Ontario's new CO alarm rules now in effect
The Smiths Falls Fire Department is urging homeowners to be compliant with changes to Ontario's fire code that came into effect New Year's Day. Fire Prevention Officer Jason Smith brings us up to date...
Bob Perreault Jan 02, 2026
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