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'Organized, inspired and ready to take action': Renfrew County CPAN makes comeback after planning pause
It's an organization that works to support children living in poverty and after a pause in activities to work on some planning, and with a n...
2h ago
Strike at Magellan Aerospace Haley plant stretches into fifth week
Despite one recent vote on a new offer, workers at Magellan Aerospace Haleys remain on strike. More than 300 members of Local 4820 United S...
2h ago
Canada to force plastic makers to report how much they make, reuse and recycle
Canada is seeking to get a better handle on how much plastic is being produced in the country by forcing companies that make it to report an...
2h ago
Today's gas prices in the Ottawa Valley
Is your fuel light on? If it's time to fill up, here's some info on local gas prices in Arnprior, Renfrew and Pembroke, on Wednesday, Apri...
5h ago
Local police warn Valley not to roll the dice on a phony online casino
Heading to an online casino could have you risking more than you bargained for. Our local OPP, alongside the Investigations and Enforcement ...
8h ago
'The 48': Don't miss events in Renfrew and area
Good Morning! Here is a quick snapshot of what's happening around town in the next 48 hours. Internationally Renown NAMI Caregiver Course: I...
8h ago
Renfrew Reeve not done following Tuesday night test of Council's accountability
Renfrew Council was not receptive to a motion to strip power from one of their own on Tuesday night. Town Reeve Peter Emon put what he cons...
9h ago
Momentum Builds Off Presentation to County
They're calling it an idea whose time has come- and it's certainly action in the present tense. The Kitchissippi Ottawa Valley Chapter of th...
16h ago
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Books, books, books! Annual giant sale runs Friday, Saturday in Renfrew
If you're a book lover and can't pass up a good deal, there's an event in Renfrew this weekend that you should not miss. Members of the Can...
21h ago
myFM's Home Cottage and Leisure Show sells out as vendors flock to annual spring showcase
The Ottawa Valley's must-see event for everything home, cottage, and leisure has officially sold out of vendor space. The myFM Home, Cottage...
21h ago
Local Weather
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Construction delays plaguing drivers crossing into Quebec near Portage
Construction on one of the bridges leading to Portage du Fort in Quebec from Ontario is causing traffic delays today (April 23). Lengthy delays were reportedly causing frustration for some drivers. The public is advised to expec...
Apr 23, 2024
Today's gas prices across the Ottawa Valley
Looking to fill up today? As of 8:30 a.m., Renfrew's prices were coming in at the lowest. Here's how gas prices are shaping up in Arnprior, Renfrew and Pembroke, according to gasbuddy.com ARNPRIOR Ultramar, Madawaska Boulevard $1...
Apr 23, 2024
Renfrew residents asked to pitch in as the town ponders a new name for a growing facility
You have just a few days left to give a growing Renfrew facility a new name. Town staff say that you have until this Friday, April 26th, to take an online survey about feedback and options to rename the Visitor Information Centre ...
Apr 23, 2024
'The 48': Don't miss events in Renfrew and area
Good Morning! Here is a quick snapshot of what's happening around town in the next 48 hours. Starting a building or development project? Have questions about your project or the application process? The Township of Cobden will hos...
Apr 23, 2024
Logging a charge as truck driver ditches it on Round Lake Road
In a recent incident on April 18, 2024, a log truck driver has been charged with careless driving following a collision on Round Lake Road. The incident occurred just before 3:00 p.m. near Mourning Dove Lane in the Township of Kil...
Apr 23, 2024
Ontario police say 14 charged after 126 people lose money in 'grandparent scam'
Fourteen alleged members of an organized gang are facing dozens of charges after 126 people from across Canada lost nearly $1 million in total in a so-called "grandparent scam," Ontario Provincial Police announced Thursd...
Apr 23, 2024
Ottawa Valley Market Lands at Arnprior's Nick Smith Centre Saturday
The Ottawa Valley Market is coming to Arnprior. Founder Hailey Walsh began the initiative in 2022. The Ottawa Valley Market- Spring Theme edition, Saturday April 27th from 10AM to 3PM at Arnprior's Nick Smith Centre. By Rick Stow
Apr 23, 2024
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Brain Boosters Renfrew offers students a chance to step up their learning game
The owner of a new Renfrew-area business wants to help local students be the best they can be. Gaelen Hart, is the proud owner of Brain Boosters, a Kindergarten to Grade 6 tutoring company that goes beyond a cookie cutter approac...
Apr 22, 2024
Renfrew Victoria Hospital says "Share a Slice, Share the Fight" with delicious week long fundraiser
Renfrew Victoria Hospital invites you to take part in a delicious week-long fundraiser. Patti Dillabough, the Executive Director of the hospital's charitable foundation, says that they have a new partnership with Renfrew's Pizza H...
Apr 22, 2024
Police seek witnesses in Dunrobin Road fatal collision
The Ottawa Police Service Fatal Collision Investigations Unit is seeking witnesses to a fatal collision that occurred yesterday, April 21. At approximately 2 p.m., officers were called to Dunrobin Road near Kinburn Side Road in r...
Apr 22, 2024
Admaston-Bromley residents asked to mind a few closures at Town Hall
You will need to schedule around a few roadblocks if your next visit to the Township office in Admaston-Bromley has to be this week. Township staff are undergoing training all week, which will cause the office to close at times be...
Apr 22, 2024
'Build a bee hotel': Mark Earth Day with a nature DIY project, courtesy of the NCC
Today - Monday, April 22 - is Earth Day, time to show the earth a little love. Whether it's a community cleanup, donation to an environmental organization or just spending some time in nature, people across the Ottawa Valley and ...
Apr 22, 2024
Renfrew's Reeve to put council's pledge on transparency and accountability to the test
Renfrew's Reeve has his own ideas when it comes to the conduct of town council. Peter Emon says the motion that indefinitely stripped him of much of his non-county municipal duties after the Ma-te-Way Expansion third party review ...
Apr 22, 2024
'The 48': Don't miss events in Renfrew and area
Good Morning! Here is a quick snapshot of what's happening around town in the next 48 hours. Join Pizza Hut Renfrew in making a difference during Cancer Awareness Month! They are teaming up with Renfrew Victoria Hospital to suppo...
Apr 22, 2024
Whitewater Region recognizes top community volunteers
The township of Whitewater Region recently took time to recognize some of their top community volunteers. During their recent township council meeting, members highlighted Brooke Mackay in the youth category, Brenna Jansen in the ...
Apr 22, 2024
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Renfrew-based poet shares chilling reminder for humankind on Earth Day
A Renfrew area poet simply doesn't want the Earth to become a place where nothing can live. David Robert Rae has reached out to myFM in hopes of sharing his poem "To be... or Not," which features a harrowing vision for h...
Apr 21, 2024