Category Archives: Lake 88.1 News
UCDSB students working to identify fallen World War I Canadian soldiers
Upper Canada District School Board students across 14 schools are working to identify fallen Canadian soldiers from the Battle of Hill 70, which took place in the first world war. Construction crews w...
Apr 10, 2023
Carleton Place Canadians reflect on 2022-23 season
The Carleton Place Canadians were knocked out of the playoffs in five games by the Smiths Falls Bears. Head Coach and Owner Brent Sullivan is happy with the season his team put together, after finishi...
Apr 10, 2023
Enbridge customers see gas prices fluctuate as spring arrives
As of April 1st, gas prices for Enbridge customers dropped between $160, and $190 per year. The price differences largely depends where you live in Ontario. Enbridge Ombuds-person Tanya Bruckmueller s...
Apr 10, 2023
Lanark County OPP, Fire Marshall investigating Perth fire Friday
Lanark County OPP are investigating a Friday night fire in Perth. Police say they were called to the scene just before 6pm on April 7th to assist Perth Fire Services with a fully engulfed structure fi...
Apr 10, 2023 listener submitted photo
Be bear-aware this spring
As spring arrives, it's important to remember to be mindful of bears. Due to the scarcity of natural food sources, bears who have recently woken up from hibernation often scavenge for food in garbage ...
Apr 10, 2023 Stock Photo. : Black Bear
Let's try this again: Mississippi Mills seeking provincial help once again to replace Almonte curling refrigeration plant
Mississippi Mills is hoping for a different outcome in their second attempt at securing provincial funding to replace the Almonte curling refrigeration plant. Staff are trying again to secure $150,000...
Apr 10, 2023
Off-leash dog park up for discussion once again at Perth council
Staff from the Town of Perth issued a report last week surrounding a potential off-leash dog park. In a packed council chambers with dog lovers on hand at the committee of the whole meeting, the issue...
Apr 10, 2023 Photo by Casper Coomans on Unsplash
EOJHL never been healthier, says commissioner
The Eastern Ontario Junior Hockey League has never been healthier. That's according to its Commissioner Marc Franche, who said attendance has been through the roof even in comparison to pre-pandemic l...
Apr 10, 2023
The Table Community Food Centre brings back Cooking Connections program
The Table Community Food Centre is bringing back its Cooking Connections class for a second time. The eight, once a week sessions combines mental health workshops and engagement with cooking delicious...
Apr 10, 2023
Smiths Falls Bears never felt at risk in playoff series against Carleton Place
The Smiths Falls Bears eliminated the Carleton Place Canadians in five games of their opening round CCHL playoff series on March 31st. Head Coach and General Manager Pat Malloy felt his club moving on...
Apr 10, 2023
