Category Archives: 88.1 myFM News
The Lanark-Leeds 48
Have an event for the 48? Let us know about it here! Stuff to do: The Smiths Falls Police Service is hitting the rink for Police Week with a community ball hockey game this morning alongside Community...
May 12, 2026
What's good? Westport Summer Fun Art Camps for Kids
Back again by popular demand, the Westport Arts Council is proud to announce their lineup for this year's Summer Fun Art Camps for Kids. Whether your child is a budding actor, a Picasso in the making,...
May 11, 2026
Councillor seeks promotion, announces bid for Mayor's chair
The Mayoral race in Perth now has two runners. Councillor David Bird confirmed he has filed his nomination papers and will seek the Mayors Chair in October. Stephanie Drummond was first out of the gat...
May 11, 2026
Fleeing the province? Perth murder suspects may be on Pacific coast
Police believe one of the men wanted in connection with a Perth homicide may have fled to British Columbia, as investigators continue searching for two Ottawa suspects charged with second-degree murde...
May 11, 2026
They got the cash, now to find someone to build it
A tender was issued last week for the first phase of the $18.2 million trunk watermain project in Smiths Falls. The first stretch of road reconstruction will span from the Rideau Avenue South intersec...
May 11, 2026
How a gym class is changing lives in Carleton Place
A new physical education class at Carleton Place High School is helping students with special needs build confidence, leadership skills and a stronger sense of belonging. The class combines students f...
May 11, 2026
Not on my watch! Quick action nabs shoplifter
Police in Smiths Falls say a shoplifting suspect was quickly arrested after a reported theft at a local business. The Smiths Falls Police Service responded April 13, 2026, to a report of a theft in pr...
May 11, 2026
Do they deliver? Mississippi Mills reviews how they get things done
At Mississippi Mills council's recent committee meeting, Director of Roads and Public Works, Cory Smith presented a detailed report on his department's service delivery. It revealed a lean department,...
May 11, 2026
Potentially life-saving volunteer Opportunity in Westport
The Village of Westport is looking for reliable, community-minded residents to join its Community Emergency Response Volunteer program. The volunteer-based program supports municipal staff during emer...
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Meet the candidate: We spoke to Smiths Falls mayor-hopeful Nate Morris
Nate Morris is running for Mayor in Smiths Falls. We asked him the age old question: If he supports keeping the Smiths Falls Police Service, or is in favour of OPP policing. Story by Grant Deme
May 11, 2026
