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SF Police Services Board passes strategic plan
The Smiths Falls Police Services Board passed its 2024 Strategic Plan Wednesday. There were public consultations throughout the process and ...
9h ago
CP Council talks long overdue recreation restoration project
Carleton Place council was faced with a cost overrun on restoring the town's tennis courts. An unbudgeted hit of $65,000 was connected to pu...
9h ago
CKW Inquest Recommendation no. 63: Keeping release conditions on the same page for stakeholders
Jury recommendation 63 from the inquest into ending intimate partner violence in Ontario says the provincial government must develop a proce...
9h ago
Think twice before gifting a bunny for Easter
Animal shelters see it every year - an influx of rabbits coming to the door in the weeks following Easter. If you are interested in getting ...
9h ago
Hunger Stop in need of donations
The Lanark County Food Bank (The Hunger Stop)'s inventory is low and in need of some items. They're seeking Canned Mushrooms, Macaroni, and ...
9h ago
The 48: The long weekend is nearly here!
Good Morning! This is it for the week - Hope you have a safe long weekend. Happy Easter! Have something you'd like to share on the 48? Pleas...
10h ago
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Just how is the date for Easter determined?
Last year Easter Sunday fell on April 9th. In 2022 it was April 16th. 2021, March 28th. That begs the question, just how is the date for Eas...
23h ago
LFK MPP John Jordan: 2024 Budget "A great budget for the environment we find ourselves in."
MPP for Lanark-Frontenac and Kingston John Jordan spoke with myFM about yesterday's provincial budget and what it means for the people in hi...
Mar 27, 2024
Smiths Falls council supports basic income program by slimmest of margins
A 4-3 vote carried a motion in Smiths Falls calling on the provincial and federal governments to collaborate and design a universal basic in...
Mar 27, 2024
Ontario Budget 2024: Here's the rundown
Ontario is projecting a $9.8-billion-dollar budget deficit for the coming fiscal year. The deficit for 2024-25 is almost double what the pro...
Mar 27, 2024
We need more bars - Rideau Lakes wants immediate improvement to cell service in Elgin
The Township of Rideau Lakes wants to see cell service improved in Elgin and the surrounding areas. They're requesting upgrades be made by B...
Mar 27, 2024
More burn bans being put in place
The Town of Carleton Place, Drummond/North Elmsley Township, Tay Valley Township, and Mississippi Mills have implemented total burn bans unt...
Mar 27, 2024
Barkley Bound: Carleton Place Jr. Canadians finish off Richmond with style
The Carleton Place Junior Canadians are headed to the Barkley Cup. They punched their ticket to to the EOJHL Championship in front of their ...
Mar 27, 2024
GoFundMe set up for Lanark man and daughter who lost everything in a blaze
A GoFundMe Fundraiser has been started for a north Lanark 82 year-old father Blair Baker and his adult daughter Laura, after they lost every...
Mar 27, 2024
The 48: This Wednesday is like a Thursday!
Good Morning! Here's to hump day! It's also all downhill from here to the long weekend! Have something you'd like to share on the 48? Please...
Mar 27, 2024
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Well, well, well. It's well water testing time
As we ease into Spring, the Health Unit is reminding us now is the time to get well water tested. Dr. Linna Li, Medical Officer of Health te...
Mar 26, 2024
Here's the plan for road work in Lanark County this summer
Lanark County plans to have another busy season of road work. Public Works plans to complete pavement preservation on 17 kilometers of roads...
Mar 26, 2024
Stiles supports Tay River Medical's funding call
Provincial NDP Leader Marit Stiles has commented on the funding situation for promary health care in Perth, and across the province. In many...
Mar 26, 2024
Now or never: Carleton Place, Richmond meet for Game 7 tonight with trip to Barkley Cup Finals on the line
It's do or die tonight for the Carleton Place Junior Canadians. They take on the Richmond Royals in Game 7 of the EOJHL Richardson Division ...
Mar 26, 2024
Be careful with open flames - short winter has us dryer than normal
Lanark County is currently experiencing extremely dry conditions resulting from a shortened winter. You're being asked to remain respectful ...
Mar 26, 2024
Reminder from SF police: Keep your eyes on your kids' cell use
The Smiths Falls Police Service is reminding parents about inappropriate cell phone and social media use in the town, particularly among kid...
Mar 26, 2024
Carleton Place welcomes visitors with new showcase after dark
The Downtown Carleton Place BIA has launched a new streetscape showcase in an effort to engage visitors with light, colour and artwork in th...
Mar 26, 2024
The 48: Now the week's rolling!
Good Morning! Here's to Tuesday! The sixth best day of the week! Have something you'd like to share on the 48? Please send us a submission h...
Mar 26, 2024
COMMIUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Studio Theatre brings Black Coffee to life
For Mar. 25-26 The community comes together once again early next month at the Studio Theatre in Perth as they stage Agatha Christie's Black...
Mar 25, 2024
To extend or not? SF Council talks free downtown parking
Some members of the Smiths Falls Downtown Business Association asked Councillor Dawn Quinn to bring up the possibility of expanding free par...
Mar 25, 2024
Montague's plans to fill council vacancy
Montague Township is currently accepting public applications to fill the recently vacated council seat. Following the acceptance of Morgan K...
Mar 25, 2024
Suspect in Thursday's police action in Smiths Falls named
There's now a name attached to Thursday's large police operation in Smiths Falls. Multiple units of the OPP alongside Smiths Falls Police ex...
Mar 25, 2024
Watch for your War Amp key tags
Ontario residents have begun receiving their 2024 War Amps key tags by mail. myFM spoke with Bob Maguire, Public Awareness Specialist with W...
Mar 25, 2024
The 48: Let's get this week started!
Good Morning! Welcome to another week, let's get it off on the right foot. Have something you'd like to share on the 48? Please send us a su...
Mar 25, 2024
Music to their ears - Stewart Park Festival to see funding increase
Perth town council reviewed the Stewart Park Festival budget and were asked to approve the Town's $1,000 contribution. The festival expects ...
Mar 25, 2024