Category Archives: Lake 88.1 News
Engineer: Demolition, restoration both viable options for Smiths Falls heritage water treatment plant following fire
No decision's been made yet on what to do with the old water treatment plant that took structural damage due to a May fire. Structural engineer Ryan Elliott returned to Smiths Falls council chambers M...
Jul 12, 2023 The heritage water treatment plant was left in ruins following a 2023 fire.
In Focus - United Way Director Elle Halladay Community Builder Award Winner Elizabeth Snyder
We welcome Elizabeth Snyder winner of a United Way Community Builder Award, presented at the recent Smiths Falls Gayla. We'll also be joined by Local United Way Director Elle Halladay who tells us abo...
Jul 11, 2023
Police suspect biker gangs at the forefront of Brockville fire
A fire broke out at the Outlaws Motorcycle Club clubhouse in Brockville, at approximately 2 a.m. Monday morning. The fire spread to several other residences in the area and many homes were evacuated. ...
Jul 11, 2023
Paramedicine gaining traction in region
Paramedicine continues to expand in Lanark County under a pilot project across the province. Acting Commander in charge of Paramedicine Janice Steele tells Lake 88's In Focus this new way to deliver h...
Jul 11, 2023
Residents invited to weigh in on Lanark County Climate Action Plan
Lanark County is inviting residents to provide feedback on the first draft of the Lanark County Climate Action Plan. Your suggestions and ideas to enhance the plan are highly valued and welcomed. To p...
Jul 11, 2023 christina rutz / CC
Yerxa's annual swim-a-thon surpasses all expectations
David Yerxa's recent swim-a-thon for local food banks brought in more than $3,500, more than a thousand dollars past his goal. He told us he enjoyed the swim, and is incredibly grateful for the suppor...
Jul 11, 2023
Staying active is key to preventing falls as you age
The Leeds Grenville & Lanark District Health Unit is highlighting the risk of falls in seniors. Medical officer of health Dr. Lina Li says it's a prevalent issue in our area, and a fall at a certa...
Jul 11, 2023
Smiths Falls Police Service to be audited by province
The province is auditing the Smiths Falls Police Service. The Inspectorate of Policing, or IOP, will be looking into the SFPS as part of a cyclical process of auditing police services across the provi...
Jul 11, 2023
Road Closure Scheduled for Gas Infrastructure Inspections on Beckwith Street South in Smiths Falls
If you live in Smiths Falls, please be aware that a road closure is scheduled that may impact your ability to get around town. Enbridge Gas will be conducting gas infrastructure inspections on Beckwit...
Jul 11, 2023
Le Boat Diesel Spill in Victoria Park Basin in Smiths Falls Quickly Contained
A diesel spill occurred in Victoria Park basin in Smiths Falls on Sunday afternoon. The spill was quickly contained by a Le Boat attendant after an employee inadvertently put water into the diesel tan...
Jul 11, 2023
