Local News

Sixth Annual Sole Sisters Annual Walk and Run for Cancer Research Delivers $8,738.57 for local Cancer Patients and Research

by Lake 88 News Dept. | Dec 11, 2018 | 0 Comments

The Sole Sisters Sheila Coutts and France Murdoch made a couple of stops in Perth on Thursday, December 6th to make some special deliveries.

Perth’s Adopt-a-grandparent program makes final push

by Lake 88 News Dept. | Dec 11, 2018 | 0 Comments

The Adopt-a-Grandparent program is nearing its goal of getting a gift bag ready for 125 seniors at Lanark Lodge in Perth.

Build a Mountain of Food Campaign makes stops in Merrickville and Portland in second-to-last week of the campaign

by Lake 88 News Dept. | Dec 10, 2018 | 0 Comments

It was the second to last weekend for this year’s edition of the Build a Mountain of Food Campaign, and the people of Portland and Merrickville didn’t disappoint as they gave generously to the cause.

Upper Canada District School Board Releases 2017-2018 Director’s Annual Report to the Community

by Bob Perreault | Dec 10, 2018 | 0 Comments

The 2017-2018 Director’s Annual Report, entitled Preparing Students for a Successful Life, was presented to trustees on Wednesday, December 5. The report details how we are championing effective instruction, promoting collaboration with our communities, distributing our resources equitably, and enhancing the wellness of our students.

SFDCI to Host 2021 OFSAA Boys AA Basketball Championship

by Lake 88 News Dept. | Dec 10, 2018 | 0 Comments

The Upper Canada District School Board is excited to announce that Smiths Falls District Collegiate Institute (SFDCI) has won the bid to host the 2021 OFSAA Boys AA Basketball Championship.