Category Archives: 96.1 myFM Local News
Quyon Ferry Out-of-Service
Today's excessive winds have interrupted service on the Quyon Ferry. The ferry has been anchored along the shore and is out of service after the cable snapped in a strong northwest wind. Efforts are c...
Nov 01, 2019
Funeral Arrangements for Jennifer Spratt
Funeral arrangements have been announced for Jennifer Spratt, longtime realtor with Coldwell Banker Valley Wide Real Estate and President of the Galetta Community Centre. Jennifer Spratt passed away a...
Nov 01, 2019
Horton debuts new Planning Advisory Committee
Horton Township has rolled out its new Planning Advisory Committee, composed of Township residents. Mayor Dave Bennett says the Planning Advisory component of the Township's regular meeting served as ...
Nov 01, 2019
Two drivers facing impaired related charges
Police say driving impaired is still an issue in the Valley and two recent arrests support that claim. OPP say a 25 year old Renfrew man is facing charges of impaired driving and driving with over 80 ...
Nov 01, 2019
Online Reservations at Ontario Parks
Ontario Parks is revamping their online reservation system. Going forward all park sites will be able to be reserved in advance. Previously some sites were set aside on a first come, first serve basis...
Nov 01, 2019
Health Unit commits to a new location
The Renfrew County District Health Unit is moving their location in Pembroke. Right now the health unit is in the county administration building on International Drive, but over the next couple months...
Nov 01, 2019
Municipalities working together to find cost savings
A meeting with 19 municipalities including the County of Renfrew, all 17 local municipalities and the City of Pembroke has taken place to look for efficiencies. Deep River Reeve Glenn Doncaster says t...
Nov 01, 2019
Volunteer Drivers Needed for Arnprior-Braeside-McNab Seniors at Home
Arnprior-Braeside-McNab Seniors at Home is looking for volunteer drivers to take area residents to out-of-town medical appointments. Volunteer and Social Program Co-Ordinator Nikki Rumbelow says the t...
Nov 01, 2019
Special weather statement calls for significant rain and strong wind tonight
Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for the entire Ottawa Valley. You can expect a wet Halloween with significant rain and gusty winds. Rainfall amounts of 30 to 50 mm are possib...
Oct 31, 2019
Arnprior man accused of mischief
Details from police are vague, but an Arnprior man is facing charges following an investigation into a mischief call. OPP responded to a call of mischief in Arnprior on October 25. As a result of thei...
Oct 31, 2019
