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COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Renfrew Lions Club brings Walk for Guide Dogs fundraiser to town this June
The Renfrew Lions Club is bringing a popular fundraiser from the next town over and adding a little extra incentive to give on top. Club member and event chairperson Diana Laroque is working with fell...
Jan 22, 2025 Guide Dog Innis steals the spotlight alongside organizers for the local Lions Club Walk for Guide Dogs
Arnprior Peavey Mart among stores slated to close
Peavey Marts in Arnprior and Smiths Falls are among 22 locations that will be closed as part of restructuring. The Pembroke store will remain open. The company announced the news on Tuesday, Jan. 21, ...
Jan 22, 2025
Today's gas prices in the Ottawa Valley
Here's our daily look at the cost of fuel across the Ottawa Valley. We've compiled the list of gas prices on Wednesday, Jan. 22 as of 8:30 a.m., according to gasbuddy.com . ARNPRIOR Ultramar and On th...
Jan 22, 2025
Local first responders collaborate to teach next generation in Bonnechere Valley
First responders from across the Ottawa Valley will be working together to teach the next generation. The Bonnechere Valley Fire Department's Junior Firefighter Program will be welcoming Renfrew OPP C...
Jan 22, 2025 (Bonnechere Valley Fire Department/Facebook)
The Renfrew 48
Here's what's going on in Renfrew over the next 48 hours. TODAY: The Township of McNab/Braeside says bring your friends or make new ones at this Wednesday's crafting social, 7-9 p.m. at the John A Gil...
Jan 22, 2025
Stay safe on frozen water: essential tips for ice activities
It's an iconic image synonymous with Canada-a group of kids skating on a frozen pond, playing a spirited game of hockey. But whether you're lacing up your skates or grabbing a fishing rod, ensuring th...
Jan 22, 2025 (Unsplash photo)
Crime Stoppers launches 2025 campaign: empowering education, preventing crime
Every January, Crime Stoppers programs across Canada come together to observe National Crime Stoppers Month. The theme for 2025 is "Empowering Through Education, Preventing Through Action." This initi...
Jan 21, 2025
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Special Olympics wins include friends, fun, pride for Ottawa Valley medalist
On the heels of another impressive Special Olympics accomplishment, Arnprior's Greg Murdoch and his mom Vicki took time to sit down with myFM to talk about his recent medal win and just what the progr...
Jan 21, 2025 Greg Murdoch and his dad Mark, who helps out as a golf coach.
Strengthening Local Democracy, or Nit-Picking? Have Your Say.
Judging by the local interest in a pending piece of Provincial legislation aimed at tidying up perceived weaknesses in the Integrity Commissioner's role to recommend Code of Conduct discipline for err...
Jan 21, 2025
New Pharmasave opens in Renfrew
A new pharmacy opened its doors in the Town of Renfrew last week. Renfrew Pharmacy, a Pharmasave drug store, announced its opening on social media. Regular hours will be Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. t...
Jan 21, 2025
