Category Archives: Lake 88.1 News
'A remarkable individual' - Carleton Place Council opens with a tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth III
Carleton Place Mayor Doug Black opened last night's Meeting of Council with a tribute to Queen Elizabeth II, who he called an exemplary representative of the meaning of public service. Flags in...
Sep 14, 2022
Remembering Queen Elizabeth II: Books of condolences now open for signatures
Queen Elizabeth II is being remembered in communities across our listening area. Flags are flying at half staff and are expected to remain lowered until after he state funeral in London on Monday the ...
Sep 14, 2022
North Grenville getting really excited for International Plowing Match and Rural Expo
The International Plowing Match and Rural Expo is set to begin next week in North Grenville, and the municipality is getting excited. Just listen to Mayor Nancy Peckford. Just visit their website for ...
Sep 14, 2022
Do it for your four legged friends! Low-cost rabies clinics today in LGL
The Health Unit is hosting low-cost rabies vaccination clinics for dogs and cats today. Their partner veterinarians and municipalities are supporting 16 low-cost Rabies Vaccination Clinics throughout ...
Sep 14, 2022
Voting registration a focus in Smiths Falls ahead of municipal election
With the municipal election just six weeks away, the Town of Smiths Falls is issuing some reminders on how the voting process will go. Director of Corporate Services/Clerk Kerry Costello said resident...
Sep 14, 2022
In Focus - Smiths Falls Rotary Club
The Smiths Falls Rotary Club is marking 100 years of giving back to the community. We welcome long-time members Jay Brennan and Denis Staples to talk about what they have planned next. Find out more b...
Sep 13, 2022
Grab the umbrella: Rainfall Warning issued for Lake 88 listening area
A rainfall warning is in effect for the entirety of the Lake 88 listening area. Environment Canada reports that rainfall amounts of between 40-60 mm are expected by the time its done late tonight or e...
Sep 13, 2022
Meeting Queen Elizabeth II: Smiths Falls man recalls thrilling Royal encounter
Meeting Queen Elizabeth II left a lasting impression on Jared Ruttan of Smiths Falls and her death left a mark that is just as poignant. Jared met Her Royal Highness back in August of 2018, as a snare...
Sep 13, 2022
A busy week: OPP responds to 460 calls including three for allegedly impaired drivers
The OPP responded to 460 calls for service last week, including three for allegedly impaired drivers. Last Thursday 49 year-old Jason Riddell of McNabb-Braeside was charged after a traffic complaint i...
Sep 13, 2022
Re-use Centre in Perth could use a little help this weekend and next
The Re-Use Centre in Perth is an initiative led by the Climate Change Action Panel, but run by volunteers. They are currently looking for some volunteers to help them operate the site at the Perth Lan...
Sep 13, 2022 Happy volunteers! Want to join them?
