Category Archives: Lake 88.1 News
CKW Inquest Recommendations: Local Reaction to provincial snub of eight recommendations from the CKW Jury
The Province has reviewed another 30 of the CKW inquest jury recommendations into ending Intimate Partner Violence in Ontario and rejected eight of them. We paused our weekly look at the recommendatio...
Jun 29, 2023
Quinton Burns, Promising Smiths Falls Hockey Player, Drafted into NHL by the St. Louis Blues
Smiths Falls resident, Quinton Burns, has achieved an extraordinary milestone by being drafted into National Hockey League. The talented defenseman was recently drafted 74th overall by the St. Louis B...
Jun 29, 2023 Quinton Burns (Kingston Frontenacs Photo)
Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital Foundation Seeks Financial Boost for New Emergency Department: Town Approves Additional Funds
The Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital Foundation has appealed to the Council, stressing the urgency of financial support to fulfill their commitment to the construction of a new emergenc...
Jun 29, 2023
WITH VIDEO: BREAKING NEWS - New Smiths Falls Food Hub finds a home to help the masses
The planned Smiths Falls Food Hub has found a home. It will be at the plaza found on Chambers Street, known to most as the Giant Tiger plaza. Bob caught up with The Table CFC's Executive Director Rams...
Jun 29, 2023
Taking a look at the Impact of US Writers Strike on LLG's Film Industry and Christmas Productions
In the midst of an ongoing writers strike within the US film and television industry, questions arise regarding its implications for Canada's local film industry. Particularly, with the popularity of ...
Jun 29, 2023
WITH VIDEO: Totally Unique Way to Spend Canada Day: Root on the Canadian Women's Rugby Team vs. the US just outside Perth
Bob had the thrill of speaking with Toby Shannon, Owner of Oakfield Rugby Park near Perth, Kevin Rouet, Coach of the Women's 15s Canadian National Team, and Sophie de Goede, National Player and star i...
Jun 29, 2023
Lanark County Awaits Decision on Reopening Andrewsville Bridge
Lanark County recently voted in favor of reopening the Andrewsville Bridge, but the ultimate decision rests with the United Counties of Leeds & Grenville (UCLG). While Lanark County is eager to re...
Jun 29, 2023
Perth & Smiths Falls District Hospital Foundation's Care Close to Home Classic Golf Tournament Raises Nearly $84,000
The Perth & Smiths Falls District Hospital Foundation successfully hosted its annual Care Close to Home Classic Charity Golf Tournament earlier this month, and the outcome has exceeded expectation...
Jun 29, 2023
Celebrating 200 Years: St. John the Baptist Parish Leaves a Lasting Legacy in Perth
An iconic Perth landmark, St. John the Baptist Parish, is set to commemorate its 200th anniversary this July, marking two centuries of profound influence on the local community. The Catholic Community...
Jun 29, 2023
Dr. Linna Li Medical Officer of Health with the Health Unit
It's our weekly check-up with Dr. Linna Li Medical Officer of Health with the health unit. Learn more at www.healthunit.org
Jun 29, 2023 Dr. Linna Li, Medical Officer of Health for the LGLHU
