As we look back on the week that was, here are our most-read stories on RenfrewToday.ca:
- A late Saturday storm kept emergency and hydro crews busy and resulted in a number of emergencies.
Injured Algonquin Park camper and Highway 17 closure in Mattawa: Severe weather keeps OPP busy
2. The new president and CEO of Renfrew Victoria Hospital says she’s committed to rebuilding trust in the community and supporting staff in the wake of the recent final provincial report that revealed a pattern of financial mismanagement and governance failures.
Renfrew hospital staff, physicians remain committed to patients in wake of provincial report: CEO
3. Fundraising efforts are underway to support a Renfrew-area teen who was seriously injured in a June 22 motorcycle crash on Lochwinnoch Road.
Fundraising efforts underway for Renfrew-area teen with life-altering injuries from motorcycle crash
4. The County of Renfrew says its forests have reached another milestone, and it’s not a good one.
Illegal garden waste dumping brings new invasive plant to Renfrew County forest
5. A lot of hard work along the Bonnechere River will bear fruit for lovers of all things outdoors on Tuesday, July 1st.
What’s Good in Renfrew? Scenic new trail along the Bonnechere River to open on Canada Day
6. A GoFundMe has been launched to support the family of 9-year-old Archer Lowe, who was tragically killed after being hit by a school bus while riding his bike on June 25, 2025.
Community rallies for grieving family after 9-year-old killed in Almonte bike crash
7. Local police have provided an update on an incident that has gripped a community just southeast of Barry’s Bay.
Quadeville incident leaves child critically hurt; Police probe possible animal attack