Category Archives: 88.1 myFM News

What's good? This summer kickoff in Perth comes with a major Stewart Park Festival surprise
Perth is getting an early taste of summer as the Stewart Park Festival planning committee gets ready to launch its 35th anniversary season with music, dancing and a major lineup reveal in downtown Per...
Bob Perreault Jun 03, 2026 Heatwave (https://www.heatwavedanceparty.ca/)

So that's what that was... This Smiths Falls Fire Department drill showed why seconds can save lives
The Smiths Falls Fire Department is using a new town bridge as a real-life training ground to make sure crews are ready before an emergency happens. Lieutenant of Training Andrew Fleming says the exer...
Bob Perreault Jun 03, 2026

What's good? Months of planning lead to powerful new tribute in Perth
A new Veterans Memorial Crosswalk in Perth is being dedicated after months of planning, teamwork and community support. The crosswalk, located in town, was championed by Don Rideout, who began pushing...
Bob Perreault Jun 03, 2026 Don Rideout next to the Crosswalk he worked so hard to have installed.

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

The Smiths Falls, Lanark & Leeds 48
Have an event for the 48? Let us know about it here! Stuff to do: Downtown Smiths Falls Bike Night kicks off tonight from 5 to 9 p.m. The event features motorcycles, vendors, live music and free admis...
88.1 myFM News Jun 03, 2026
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