Category Archives: Lake 88.1 News
Carleton Place bouncing back from ice storm
The ice storm on Wednesday caused damage throughout our listening area. The town of Carleton Place couldn't avoid the brunt of it, with mayor Toby Randell out surveying the damage later on. Knocked do...
Apr 07, 2023
What's still open this long weekend
There's lots of closures today and Sunday for local businesses for Easter Weekend, but there are some operating holiday hours in case you're in a pinch. Andresss' Your Independent Grocery in Smiths Fa...
Apr 07, 2023
OPP on Easter weekend seatbelt blitz
The long-weekend means another blitz by the Ontario Provincial Police. This one focuses on proper seat belt use. The OPP's Kerry Schmidt tells us buckling up is something we can't forget to do. The of...
Apr 06, 2023
Health Unit offers answers to questions you may have surrounding ice storm
The Leeds & Grenville Lanark District Health Unit has the information you may be seeking if you're still picking up the pieces from Wednesday's storm. They have a variety of resources on their web...
Apr 06, 2023
Town of Perth receives $400,000 from province for new pool roof costs
The Town of Perth received a $400,000 Ontario Trillium Foundation grant for a new roof at the indoor pool. The work on the roof was completed in early March, and the funding was announced at the end o...
Apr 06, 2023 Photo: Facebook,, Carleton Place Pool
In Focus - Outgoing Director of Community Services for the Town of Perth, Shannon Baillon
We welcome the outgoing Director of Community Services for the Town of Perth, Shannon Baillon who reflects on her time with the town and fills us in on upcoming projects.
Apr 06, 2023
Win 2023 Car or Cash Hospital Lottery returns for another year
The Win 2023 Car or Cash for Healthcare Hospital Lottery is back for another year. In collaboration with the foundations for The Almonte General Hospital and Carleton Place & District Memorial Hos...
Apr 06, 2023
Download the Hydro One App or visit their website here
The wicked Wednesday weather has left many waiting for the lights to come back on. Hydro One Crews have been working around the clock to repair downed lines thanks to the freezing rain and high winds....
Apr 05, 2023
Public weighs in on Smiths Falls strategic plan
The Town of Smiths Falls reported some public feedback they received regarding its proposed strategic plan. Over 30 participants took the online survey while it was up on their website, which CAO Malc...
Apr 05, 2023
Province on hiring blitz for Landlord and Tenant Board to tackle backlog
The provincial government is hiring 40 adjudicators and five staff members at the Landlord and Tenant Board to chip away at the backlog of cases, and reduce decision timeframes. Overall, it's a $6.5 m...
Apr 05, 2023
