Category Archives: 88.1 myFM News

Garlic Fest returns after 2025 cancellation
The beloved Garlic Festival is making its long-awaited return after last year's cancellation left many in the community disappointed. Anne Bell, chair of the Garlic Festival and a five-year Lions Club...
88.1 myFM News Feb 25, 2026

Mailouts to be issued to Rideau Lakes residents about high-speed rail
Rideau Lakes will be sending information mailouts to residents regarding the proposed Alto high-speed rail track which may come through the township. Council is unanimously opposed to the project comi...
88.1 myFM News Feb 25, 2026 Design Pics / Depositphotos.com

MVCA makes moves to relocate Mill of Kintail museum
The Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority has taken the next step in finding a new home for two historically significant collections. On February 24th, the Mississippi Valley Conservation Authorit...
88.1 myFM News Feb 25, 2026

Sign up night returns in Carleton Place
Carleton Place's Arena is once again hosting a sign-up night, giving residents a great opportunity to meet with over 30 organizations to learn about local programs and services. The free evening takes...
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Carleton Place man found guilty in Perth sexual assault trial
A Carleton Place man has been found guilty of multiple sexual violence-related offences following a judge-alone trial in Perth's Superior Court of Justice. Marcel Lapensee, 58, was convicted earlier t...
88.1 myFM News Feb 25, 2026

The Smiths Falls, Lanark & Leeds 48
Here's what's up! Enjoy weekly bingo at Perth Civitan Hall tonight. Doors open at 5 p.m., bingo starts at 7 p.m. Free admission; purchase bingo cards as desired. You're invited for a thoughtful, respe...
88.1 myFM News Feb 25, 2026

What's good? The chili was amazing, and the cause even better
The Perth Children's House hosted its third annual Chili Fest, a community fundraiser that brought families, alumni, and residents together in support of the local Montessori school. Established in 19...
Bob Perreault Feb 24, 2026

Lanark County residents leave Puerto Vallarta resort for ice cream, experience chaos
Katelyn Langlois and J.P Robson were supposed to fly home Sunday afternoon from Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, but cartel violence has shut down the local airport. Global Affairs Canada issued a shelter in ...
88.1 myFM News Feb 24, 2026 A trip for ice cream resulted in gunshots and a witnessed car fire for two Lanark County residents. Katelyn Langlois photo

Smiths Falls Jr. Bears combine development with winning, playoff spot
Smiths Falls Jr. Bears Head Coach Jeff Covell is happy with the season the club put together, clinching second place in the Richardson Division on the last day. He said the season was about developmen...
88.1 myFM News Feb 24, 2026

Local MP supports Canadian Sovereignty Act
Local Conservative MP Michael Barrett says his party continues to promote policies it believes can help Canadians navigate ongoing economic uncertainty. One of those policies is the Canadian Sovereign...
88.1 myFM News Feb 24, 2026
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