Category Archives: Lake 88.1 News
Perth fire hydrants spraying out water is maintenance, no cause for concern, says town
Residents of Perth take note: If you see some local fire hydrants spraying out water, don't worry. It's just Environmental Services staff conducting Spring flushing. They'll be doing it from April 24t...
Apr 18, 2023
Smiths Falls declares April 22nd as Earth Day
Mayor of Smiths Falls Shawn Pankow has once again proclaimed April 22nd as Earth Day in the Town of Smiths Falls. The day honours the achievements of the environmental movement and raises awareness of...
Apr 18, 2023
Education Minister Stephen Lecce: New legislation aimed at transparency across school boards
New education legislation unveiled by the province Monday covers a number of bases, including a revamping of how school board operate. The Better Schools and Student Outcomes Act has been implemented ...
Apr 18, 2023 Stephen Lecce (file photo)
Wills Transfer named Rideau Lakes Business of the Year at Business Recognition Awards
The Township of Rideau Lakes Economic Development has announced the winners of their annual Business Recognition Awards. Twenty-one local businesses were nominated. Wills Transfer was awarded Rideau L...
Apr 18, 2023
Bridge work restricts Rogers Road in Perth for the summer
A lengthy road restriction is in place in the Town of Perth you may want to make a note of. Rogers Road from John Street to Harvey Street has been reduced to one-lane due to the rehabilitation project...
Apr 18, 2023
North Grenville man facing sexual assault charges
Grenville County OPP have charged a man after receiving a complaint from a woman about a sexual assault that happened in Merrickville-Wolford during the day on March 3, 2023. John Garrah, a 59 year-ol...
Apr 18, 2023
Carleton Place providing weeklong curbside pickup for storm debris
The residential areas of Carleton Place are receiving curbside pickup services from the staff for the debris caused by the recent ice storm. The pickups have started from Monday and will continue thro...
Apr 18, 2023
In Focus - Perth Fire Services Chief Trevor Choffe and Drummond/North Elmsley Tay Valley Fire and Rescue Chief Greg Saunders
We're joined by Perth Fire Services Chief Trevor Choffe and Drummond/North Elmsley Tay Valley Fire and Rescue Chief Greg Saunders who talk about being ready for an emergency in the wake of this month'...
Apr 17, 2023
Perth and District Hall of Fame announce class of 2023 on Lake 88
This year's class of the Perth and District Sports Hall of Fame has been announced. The Hall's Tracy Zander says they're getting back to business, with a new host: The Perth Legion. The Ceremony honou...
Apr 17, 2023
Health Unit: Be wary of animals and their bites or scratches this spring
The health unit is talking about preventing animal bites this Spring, both by wild and domestic animals. Senior Public Health Inspector, Kim McCann tells us that bites and scratches are far more than ...
Apr 17, 2023
