Category Archives: 88.1 myFM News
They're working on it: Brush pick-up continues in Smiths Falls
Smiths Falls says brush collection continues and may have to go next week. If your brush was set out by 7:00 am on Monday, May 6 but has not yet been picked up, don't worry. They're on it. The town th...
May 10, 2024
OPP shed light on 'what do do' when someone is experiencing a drug overdose
What do you do when you come across someone who could be suffering from a drug overdose? That's a question many don't have the answer too. OPP Constable Shawn Peever tells us what the best thing to do...
May 10, 2024
Teenage victim of fatal Sharbot Lake crash identified as "cherished member" by his school
There are more details coming to light from yesterday afternoon's fatal crash in Sharbot Lake. All six in the vehicle were teenagers, including 16 year-old Alex Cryer, who has been identified as the d...
May 10, 2024
This car may be responsible for Steven Tate's death
The Ontario Provincial Police believe they know the car that was involved in the hit-and-run death of Montague Township man Steven Tate. In a video released to social media, the OPP have identified a ...
May 10, 2024 The OPP are looking for a dark coloured hatchback or sedan.
Here are today's gas prices... will we see a bump later today as the weekend arrives?
Here's your daily look at local gas prices, courtesy Gas Buddy. We're at the status quo, but we could see a difference later today as we hit the weekend. Perth MacEwan - 161.9 Esso - 162.5 Canadian Ti...
May 10, 2024
Not too impressed: Lanark Lodge continues to deal with staffing shortages
An equivalent of 30 full-time employees is the staffing shortage at the Lanark Lodge. That leads to a vicious cycle according to interim director of long-term care Shawna Stone. The lodge's offered po...
May 10, 2024
Sticker shock: Construction season will cost Carleton Place
Carleton Place council got some roadworks sticker shock when they were faced with $441,000 in more costs than budgeted as they met to approve this year's tendered contract. Councillor Sarah Cavanagh r...
May 10, 2024
Emergency Preparedness in local communities gets a boost from the Province
It's a great way to wind down Emergency Preparedness Week: The provincial government announced local investments to help with emergency preparedness programs. The townships of Perth, Montague, Tay Val...
May 10, 2024
Back again: The Perth Farmer's Market returns for another year
The Perth Farmer's Market is back for another year. Head on down to the Crystal Palace every Saturday from 8 until 1 for an incredible selection of local produce, flowers, herbs, pies, pickles and pre...
May 10, 2024
Nurses appreciation week: Recognizing Lindsay Coakley
Lanark and Leeds 88.1 myFM is highlighting RPN Lindsay Coakley for Nurses appreciation week. About two years into her career, she has advice for those considering the same path. Coakley considers nurs...
May 10, 2024
