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The week that was: Top stories from March 21-28The Renfrew 48Drivers urged to yield as spring brings more pedestriansMayor Tom Sidney hopeful Renfrew will benefit from Ontario's 2026 budgetPetawawa resident loses over $100K in crypto scamRenfrew County Warden calls Ontario budget 'status quo' for Ottawa ValleyAssault, mischief and animal cruelty leads to arrest in Greater Madawaska: OPPToday's gas prices in the Ottawa ValleyThe Renfrew 48Ontario budget 2026 draws mixed reaction as government highlights investments, opposition raises concernsBack in the hot seat; DRBIA welcomes back Lisa Vincent as chair of the boardWhat's Good in the Valley? Shaw Woods: A Valley Treasure calling on volunteers to keep nature thrivingNominations open to honour exceptional child care professionals in Renfrew CountyUPDATE: Water main break in Cobden repaired, Meadow Street fully openVeteran Officer Sarah Darraugh takes the helm in Upper Ottawa ValleyCobden's Splash Valley earns national spotlight as top family campgroundToday's gas prices in the Ottawa ValleyRenfrew Wolves comeback bid falls short in playoff loss to Ottawa Jr. SenatorsOpeongo Heritage Cup to celebrate 20 yearsThe Renfrew 48
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Petawawa resident loses over $100K in crypto scam
According to the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) OPP, an individual in Petawawa has lost over $100,000 in a long-standing cryptocurrency investment scam. This Wednesday (March 25) at approximately 1:30 p.m....
Mar 27, 2026
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Renfrew County Warden calls Ontario budget 'status quo' for Ottawa Valley
A provincial budget without surprises is not necessarily a bad thing, according to Renfrew County Warden Jennifer Murphy. The Ontario government's promise to increase spending on a few key municipal p...
Mar 27, 2026
Assault, mischief and animal cruelty leads to arrest in Greater Madawaska: OPP
Police in Greater Madawaska say a community member faces a laundry list of charges following an incident earlier this month. The Renfrew OPP were called to the township to investigate a reported assau...
Mar 27, 2026
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The Renfrew 48
Here is a quick snapshot of what's happening around town the next 48 hours. ALL MONTH: Renfrew's NHA/NHL Birthplace Museum wants to take you to the big leagues this April! Visit the Museum inside the ...
Mar 27, 2026
Ontario budget 2026 draws mixed reaction as government highlights investments, opposition raises concerns
The Ontario government has released its 2026 budget, outlining plans to address affordability, invest in infrastructure, and support economic growth, while opposition parties say the plan does not go ...
Mar 26, 2026
Back in the hot seat; DRBIA welcomes back Lisa Vincent as chair of the board
Easing into 2026 the Downtown Renfrew Business Improvement Area (DRBIA) has some new figures and changes to report for this year. Aligned with the four-year election period of the town, this year the ...
Mar 26, 2026
UPDATE: Water main break in Cobden repaired, Meadow Street fully open
At around 7:45 a.m. this morning (March 26) Township of Whitewater staff were notified of a water main break on Meadow Street in Cobden. The break affected local water pressure and prompted the Townsh...
Mar 26, 2026
Veteran Officer Sarah Darraugh takes the helm in Upper Ottawa Valley
Sarah Darraugh is no ordinary law enforcement officer. The Upper Ottawa Valley detachments have a new Inspector following the appointment of longtime Valley stalwart Steph Neufeld to East Region Super...
Mar 26, 2026
Cobden's Splash Valley earns national spotlight as top family campground
A popular Cobden-area getaway has been recognized nationally as a leading spot for families and campers. Splash Valley Waterpark and Resort, perched on the shores of Astrolabe Lake just off Highway 17...
Mar 26, 2026
