In Focus: What you need to know about Strep A
Dr. Linna Li, Medical Officer of Health and Jennifer Adams, Manager of Clinical Services, with the Leeds Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit discuss Group A streptococcus and what to look out for.
Jan 31, 2024
In Focus: The Rural FASD is a shining light in Lanark County
We speak with the Rural FASD's Rob More who updates us on their very successful outing at the Perth Polar Bear Plunge, and takes a look at what's down the road for the homegrown organization.
Jan 30, 2024
In Focus: Canadian Federation of Independent Business National Affairs Director Christina Santini
On Thursday's In Focus, Grant Deme chats with Canadian Federation of Independent Business National Affairs Director Christina Santini about last week's deadline for small businesses to repay the CEBA loan.
Jan 25, 2024
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In Focus: The benefit urban growth has for small business
John McKenty with the Downtown Heritage Perth BIA joins us to talk about the plusses of new development in the town and area.
Jan 15, 2024
In Focus - Social Justice and Advocacy Coordinator Stephanie Corrin
On Thursday's In Focus, Grant speaks to The Table Community Food Centre's Social Justice and Advocacy Coordinator Stephanie Corrin about her efforts to reduce a gap in the justice system most aren't aware of.
Jan 11, 2024
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In Focus: A new strategic plan for our health unit. Dr. Linna Li tells us all about it
Medical Officer of Health for the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit, Dr. Linna Li joined Bob to talk about the health unit's new strategic plan which has been months in the works. You can take a look at the plan by tapping or clicking ...
Jan 10, 2024
In Focus: Getting ready for some bad weather with the OPP
We speak with OPP Constable Joe Tereschuk about driving in bad weather as we get set for our second major storm in under a week.
Jan 09, 2024
In Focus: Get winter ready with the Perth Fire Dept.
We welcome Perth Fire Dept. Chief Trevor Choffe, who talks about safety and the winter season, and the first ever Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month.
Jan 08, 2024
In Focus: Veteran, author, adventurer Vickie Lanthier
Lynda speaks to Veteran, author, and adventurer Vickie Lanthier on Friday's In Focus.
Jan 05, 2024
In Focus: Survey says - Unpacking the Lake 88 listener and client survey
We speak with My Broadcasting Corporation President Jon Pole and Group Program Director Sara Johnson about the results from the recent Lake 88 listener and client survey.
Jan 04, 2024
In Focus: New Years Resolutions with the Leeds Grenville & Lanark District Health Unit
Our weekly chat with the health unit highlights new year resolutions and the healthy way to manage your goals.
Jan 03, 2024
In Focus - Recapping 2023 with Lanark County Warden and Drummond/North Elmsley Reeve Steve Fournier
On Tuesday's In Focus, Grant spoke with Steve Fournier to hear his thoughts on 2023 on both the county and municipal level, and asked for an update on a pair of hot topics. Note: The interview was recorded in late December
Jan 02, 2024
In Focus: Talking breastfeeding with the health unit
Breastfeeding is the main topic of discussion during the weekly update with the Leeds, Grenville & Lanark District Health Unit.
Dec 27, 2023
In Focus: The man himself! Santa Claus!!
Santa drops by for his annual visit to the Lake 88 studios to talk to all the little boys and girls in our listening area!
Dec 21, 2023
In Focus: Have a holly, jolly, Christmas with safely prepared food
We talk food prep and safety on today's edition of In Focus with Dr. Lina Li, our Health Unit's Medical Officer of Health and Public Health Nurse Sarah Burris. Learn more here!
Dec 20, 2023
In Focus: Toonies for the Table celebrates a successful campaign, and the Falls Food Hub's Christmas meal
We welcome The Table CFC's Executive Director Ramsey Hart and Perth Town Councillor Isabelle Ann McRae join us to talk about the fundraiser spearheaded by McRae, and the Falls Food Hub's Community Christmas Dinner.
Dec 19, 2023
In Focus - Carebridge Community's Violet Bova
Lynda speaks with Violet Bova of Carebridge. She is their Community Coordinator and offers an update on what the organization has been up to.
Dec 15, 2023
In Focus: The gift of Mental Health over the holidays
We are joined by the Leeds Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit's Medical Officer of Health Dr. Linna Li, and Mental Health Promoter Gwendy Lapp to discuss keeping your mental health top of mind over the holidays.
Dec 14, 2023
In Focus: PSFDH Foundation celebrates many gifts this season
We welcome Margot Hallam, CEO of the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital Association who has a holiday update on their MRI campaign and much more.
Dec 12, 2023
In Focus - Local author and historian Arlene Stafford-Wilson
Local author and historian Arlene Stafford-Wilson joins Lynda to discuss her 11th book surrounding the history of maple syrup in Lanark County.
Dec 08, 2023