Category Archives: 96.1 myFM Local News
No start date yet for Sens Rink in Arnprior
Everybody involved in bringing a Senators Foundation Rink to Arnprior are now in agreement with a proposed location on Eady Street in the community. Mayor Walter Stack says the Senators Foundation has...
Oct 25, 2019
Horton's temporary recycling solution has nearly tripled cost
When Beaumen Waste Management went under this summer, Horton Township had to find a temporary recycling solution for its residents. Mayor Dave Bennett says Horton reached a deal with Canadian Waste, t...
Oct 25, 2019
CNL collaborates on research breakthrough
A collaboration between Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL) and the Vancouver Accelerator Centre, TRIUMF has seen the first trial production run of what is known to be the rarest drug on earth. CNL's ...
Oct 25, 2019
Single vehicle crash under investigation
An accident on October 17 is currently under investigation. Killaloe OPP say they were called to a single vehicle crash on Opeongo Road in Bonnechere Valley Township just after 5am. Police say the 25 ...
Oct 25, 2019
Fundraiser set up for the family of Renfrew mother Natasha Blimkie
Renfrew County is mourning following the loss of a young mother. A go-fund-me page has been set up following the unexpected passing of 23-year-old Natasha Blimkie. The fundraiser was started with the ...
Oct 25, 2019
Renfrew residents invited to human trafficking awareness session
Human Trafficking remains a real and present threat in the 21st Century. In many ways, the digital age makes it easier for predators to find victims. A free Information Session on the topic is happeni...
Oct 25, 2019
Man sentenced for 30 year old sex assaults
76 year-old Stanley McBride has been sentenced to seven years in prison for sexually molesting teenagers at his cottage in South Algonquin Township back in the 1980's. McBride, from Peterborough, was ...
Oct 24, 2019
Cannabis dispensary near Golden Lake could become legal
There are currently eight cannabis dispensaries on the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation, and soon, one could become legal. Owner of Madashk, Sherry Kohoko, says she applied for a license from t...
Oct 24, 2019
First Shift Program aims to get young girls in the game
It's a major boost for local girls hockey programs. Ottawa Valley Girls Hockey has announced that it has partnered with the Ottawa Senators to host the First Shift Program. The program is designed to ...
Oct 24, 2019
Tap & Cork Route highlights local craft alcohol producers
The Tap & Cork Route has launched in the Ottawa Valley and Pontiac Regions. Visitors exploring the route will be able to sip and savour the region's best craft beers, wines, ciders and spirits. Th...
Oct 24, 2019
