Category Archives: 88.1 myFM News
From tourist to resident? New Smiths Falls strategy hopes for exactly that
A new destination plan for Smiths Falls is calling for a major shift in how the community approaches tourism - treating visitors not just as tourists, but as potential future residents, entrepreneurs ...
May 28, 2026 Picture via Town of Smiths Falls social media
Today's Gas Prices
Here are your local gas prices powered by Gas Buddy Perth MacEwen - 173.9 Esso - 174.3 Petro Canada & Canadian Tire - 173.9 Ultramar - 175.3 Shell - 176.9 Smiths Falls Drummond's - 173.3 Pe...
May 28, 2026
Family dispute in Smiths Falls ends with assault charge
Smiths Falls resident is facing an assault charge after police were called to a family dispute at a local home. Smiths Falls police said officers received a report on May 1 about a family dispute that...
May 28, 2026
Driver charged after vehicle with four flat tires stopped in Carleton Place
A Drummond-North Elmsley resident is facing charges after Ontario Provincial Police responded to a report of a suspected impaired driver in Carleton Place. Lanark County OPP say officers were called o...
May 28, 2026
The Smiths Falls, Lanark & Leeds 48
Have an event for the 48? Let us know about it here! Stuff to do: The Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust will host its annual general meeting and a virtual presentation by Indigenous scholar Dr. Jennife...
May 28, 2026
What's good? One hour a week could make a child's life so much better
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lanark County is looking for more volunteers, and Executive Director Jennifer Miller says there are several positive ways to help. Miller says the agency is seeking mentors...
May 27, 2026 Jennifer Miller stands in the Smiths Falls Jewels thrift store
Former Perth Mayor sets sights on Rideau Lakes' council seat
Past Perth Mayor John Fenik is once throwing his hat in the political ring, but not where he served in the role from 2006 to 2022. Fenik tells LanarkLeedsToday.ca that he has filed his nomination pape...
May 27, 2026 File photo of John Fenik from his time as Warden, Lanark County
OPP warns parents about hidden online dangers
The Ontario Provincial Police is warning parents and caregivers to stay alert as cases of online child luring continue to be a concern across the province. OPP Sergeant Erin Cranton says offenders are...
May 27, 2026
Animal House: Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides
Our Animal House features continue, brought to you by Furry Tales Cat Rescue. Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides offers no-cost dog guides through private donations and fundraising. Communications ...
May 27, 2026
Today's Gas Prices
Here are your local gas prices powered by Gas Buddy Perth MacEwen - 175.0 Esso - 175.3 Petro Canada & Canadian Tire - 175.3 Ultramar - 175.3 Shell - 177.9 Smiths Falls Drummond's - 173.3 Pe...
May 27, 2026
