Category Archives: 88.1 myFM News

KidFish all set to drop lines on Saturday
The Town of Perth and Perth Fire Services are hosting KidFish, a free fishing derby for kids ages 16 and under. The event will be held in the Tay Basin and along the Tay River. Registration is open fr...
Bob Perreault Jun 13, 2024

Plans to fix dangerous intersection in Carleton Place taking shape
Carleton Place CAO Diane Smithson provided some details on the planned redesign of Highways 7 and 15 within town limits and the need for south-side access roads. Her comments came during a bylaw appro...
88.1 myFM News Jun 13, 2024 Photo: Google Maps

Time to check those gas prices!
Here's a look at local gas prices for the mid-week in Lanark and Leeds courtesy Gas Buddy. Perth MacEwan - 151.6 Esso - 151.9 Canadian Tire - 151.9 Ultramar - 151.6 Shell - 154.9 Smiths Falls Drummond...
Bob Perreault Jun 13, 2024

New MRI Machine at PSFDH making a huge difference
Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital President and CEO Michael Cohen says having the hospital's new MRI up and running is great for the community. The Hospital Foundation still has more than $3 mi...
Bob Perreault Jun 13, 2024

CKW Recommendation no. 74: Fine tuning the Domestic Violence Death Review Committee
Recommendation number 74 from the jury in the inquest into ending Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) in Ontario is the first directed at the Office of the Chief Coroner. It says the Coroner must ensure t...
Bob Perreault Jun 13, 2024

Weapons charges for LH man after incident in Perth
Lanark County OPP has arrested and charged a 24-year-old man after he was seen carrying a handgun in Perth. The incident happened just before 3:30 p.m. on June 11, 2024, on Gore Street, near Mill Stre...
Bob Perreault Jun 13, 2024

Reoffenders create property crime trends in Smiths Falls
Reoffenders make up a large portion of the property crimes in Smiths Falls, according to Acting Chief Jodi Empey. It's a trend they're able to follow policing in a small community and knowing who ofte...
88.1 myFM News Jun 13, 2024

Reminder about green lights from Beckwith
Beckwith Township has issued an important reminder to residents about vehicles with green flashing lights. These civilian-looking vehicles are carrying volunteer firefighters. If you see one of these ...
Bob Perreault Jun 13, 2024

Special surprise delivery at the Smiths Falls Community Food Bank
The Smiths Falls Community Food Bank had a delightful surprise for their clients yesterday. It was Pizza Pizza Day, and families were able to take home a pizza, courtesy the local Pizza Pizza franchis...
Bob Perreault Jun 13, 2024

Join in! Perth's climate committee meets this afternoon
Perth's Climate Advisory Panel will meet this afternoon at 1:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. The panel invites all residents to attend and learn about the town's latest environmental efforts. This me...
Bob Perreault Jun 13, 2024 VadimVasenin / Depositphotos.com
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