Category Archives: 88.1 myFM News

Silence Broken: This Pride Month conversation puts a spotlight on violence too many people still face
The latest episode of Silence Broken is putting a Pride Month focus on intimate partner violence in the queer community. Here it is: Lee said rural communities need better long-term funding, safe hous...
Bob Perreault Jun 05, 2026

Proposed workplan to address Rideau Lakes council hostility ends in contention
Rideau Lakes Councillor Dustin Bulloch crafted a council action plan based on earlier recommendations from the Joint Health and Safety Committee which if implemented, could invite a safer and friendli...
88.1 myFM News Jun 05, 2026

Today's Gas Prices
Here are your local gas prices powered by Gas Buddy Perth MacEwen - 176.6 Esso - 171.6 Petro Canada & Canadian Tire - 172.9 Ultramar - 171.9 Shell - 172.9 Smiths Falls Drummond's - 165.3 Pe...
88.1 myFM News Jun 05, 2026

Perth's new Veterans Memorial Crosswalk is already winning hearts
Perth's new Veterans Memorial Crosswalk is already becoming a beloved tribute in the community. The crosswalk, located just outside the Crystal Palace, has been drawing strong and heartfelt reaction f...
Bob Perreault Jun 05, 2026 myFM's Bob Perreault stands with Don Rideout, the man who made the Crosswalk happen.

Government House Leader Steve Clark responds to concerns over 21-week adjournment
On Tuesday, Ontario legislators wrapped up the spring sitting, beginning an approximate 21-week break that will keep the legislature closed until Oct. 27, the day after municipal elections are held ac...
88.1 myFM News Jun 05, 2026

Torch Run and voluntary toll gearing up for Special Olympics support
Support is building in Smiths Falls for two annual fundraisers benefiting Special Olympics athletes. The voluntary toll returns today beneath the Cornelia Street underpass. Const. Sean Keogan says tha...
88.1 myFM News Jun 05, 2026 Photo: Kathy Botham from the 2022 Torch Run

Mississippi Mills burn risk rises again
Just two days after issuing a level 3 burn risk notice, the Mississippi Mills Fire Department has raised the community's burn risk to Level 4 - Extreme Risk, effective June 4, due to ongoing dry condi...
88.1 myFM News Jun 05, 2026

The Smiths Falls, Lanark & Leeds 48
Have an event for the 48? Let us know about it here! Stuff to do: Friday The Smiths Falls By The Rideau Market opens tonight at Lower Reach Park on Old Slys Road under new management and at a new loca...
88.1 myFM News Jun 05, 2026

Local donations are making a big difference at the Smiths Falls food bank
A wave of community giving is helping the Smiths Falls Community Food Bank keep food on the shelves as demand continues to grow. Recent public posts from the food bank show several local groups and bu...
88.1 myFM News Jun 05, 2026 Photo: Smiths Falls Community Food Bank (supplied)
AGH Run for Women's and Newborn Health set to go
The annual fundraiser, the AGH Run for Women's and Newborn Health, organized by the Almonte General Hospital Fairview Manor Foundation, is set for this Saturday June 6th. Last year's event raised more...
88.1 myFM News Jun 05, 2026
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