Category Archives: Lake 88.1 News
Prime Minister Trudeau says government's focus is improving affordability, outlook for young adults
Millennials make up about 15% of the population of Lanark County, and 21% of Ontario, but the Prime Minister made sure to let them know they are a priority as he closed out his cabinet retreat in Prin...
Aug 24, 2023
COVID-19 cases on the rise in region, Canada
You've no doubt heard that COVID-19 cases are on the rise in Canada once again. Medical Officer of Health Dr. Linna Li says our region is not exempt. The doctor says they know that those cases are spi...
Aug 24, 2023
In Focus - Leeds, Grenville & Lanark District Health Unit's Dr. Linna Li
On Wednesday's In Focus, we're joined once again by the Leeds, Grenville & Lanark District Health Unit's Medical Officer of Health, Linna Li who provides us with a COVID-19 update for the region.
Aug 23, 2023
Producers find a way to make things work, no matter the weather
Everyone knows that buying local produce is the best way to get good quality food - especially this time of year. But living in Ontario, the weather is largely unpredictable according to producer Step...
Aug 23, 2023
Impasse between Student Transportation Eastern Ontario and Bus Companies Raises Concerns for Parents Ahead of School Year
Parents in Eastern Ontario are expressing frustration as talks between Student Transportation Eastern Ontario (STEO) and local bus companies hit an impasse, leaving the upcoming school year's transpor...
Aug 23, 2023
Potential Mega-Health Units Considered Amid Government Efforts to Streamline
During the pandemic, the Leeds Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit worked well with other health units in Eastern Ontario and Ottawa. This showed how they could work together effectively. Now, t...
Aug 23, 2023
Housing Minister Clark's Chief of Staff Resigns Amid Questions Into Greenbelt Development Access
The resignation of Ryan Amato, Chief of Staff to Municipal Affairs and Housing Minister Steve Clark, has further fueled the Greenbelt controversy in Ontario. Amato's departure comes on the heels of a ...
Aug 23, 2023
Brooke Henderson Tees Up in the Stunning Vancouver Backdrop at CPKC Women's Open
Brooke Henderson is a big fan of Vancouver's beautiful surroundings. She's had success winning three times in the Pacific Northwest area before. Now, she's all set to take part in the C-P-K-C Women's ...
Aug 23, 2023 Photo: Twitter, LPGA Tour
Attention Drivers: No Parking Zones to Grace Costello Drive and Lake Ave West at Victoria in Carleton Place
Get ready for some changes as no parking signs are making their way to Costello Drive and Lake Ave West at Victoria in Carleton Place. What's the reason behind this? Well, town council has their reaso...
Aug 23, 2023
Crime Stoppers: Help Nab a Fuel Thief
Here's your Lanark County crime stoppers crime of the week. Lanark County OPP are seeking information to identify the persons respoinsible for a fuel theft in Mississippi Mills. Police say sometime ov...
Aug 23, 2023
