Category Archives: Lake 88.1 News
OPP continue to focus on Big Four during long weekends because they keep resulting in deaths
With the long weekend looming, it's time for another reminder from the Ontario Provincial Police. Constable Joe Tereschuk says there's a reason they focus and highlight the big four: impaired and dist...
Sep 01, 2023
Positive support from parents key to getting children into right mindset ahead of school year
The first day of school is right around the corner and there's something that parents can do to help get our kids ready to go, whether they're going for the first time ever, or are heading back for an...
Sep 01, 2023
Steve Clark, Doug Ford apologize for ethical violations, interim Liberal leader calls for Clark's resignation
Premier Doug Ford faced questions from reporters Thursday surrounding Housing Minister Steve Clark and if his inaction should cost him his job. An auditor general report found the Ford government gave...
Aug 31, 2023
In Focus - Elle Hallady of UWEO and The Table's Ramsey Hart
We're joined by Elle Halladay of the United Way East Ontario and the Table's Ramsey Hart as they outline where some very important funding is landing locally.
Aug 31, 2023
One More Time: Brian Perkin wishes Dave White Well in His Retirement
Two old friends got caught up on the air this morning on Lake 88. Brian Perkin, Former Lake 88 Owner and President stopped by our studio to wish Dave White well in his retirement. If you missed it, pr...
Aug 31, 2023
Overdose Awareness Day - Local Health Unit and Others are Here to Help
Today is Overdose Awareness Day in Canada. Dr. Linna Li, our medical officer of health says its important for users to never use alone, and to be sure that they have a naloxone kit nearby - which can ...
Aug 31, 2023
Back to School! Get those lunches ready!
Back to School means back to making lunches for our young students. Registered Dietician Danielle Labonte says its important to pack a balanced lunch with at least one food from each of the categories...
Aug 31, 2023
Hooray for Coaches! All Day on Lake 88
Today is Hooray for Coaches Day on Lake 88. It's an exclusive look into the lives' of the extraordinary men and women who give their time and talent to mentor young athletes, and other members of the ...
Aug 31, 2023
Time's Running Out! Make a donation to the Lanark Food Bank - The Hunger Stop to spring Mayor Lowry and three Councillors
Mississippi Mills is hoping you can help break their mayor and three Councillors out of jail. They municipality is holding their bail-out fundraiser in partnership with the OPP. As Mayor Christa Lowry...
Aug 31, 2023
Acey's been caught! And what a payoff for a local resident
The Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital Foundation and the Carleton Place Legion say the Catch the Ace Jackpot has been won. 'Acey' as the card became known remained active for a total of ...
Aug 31, 2023
