Category Archives: 96.1 myFM Local News
The week that was: myFM's top stories from March 1-7
Today we're taking a look at the week that was, here are some of the top stories published between March 1 and March 7. 1. Pickleball has been increasing in popularity nation-wide, myFM reporte...
Mar 08, 2026
International Women's Day: what it represents for No Frills' Tanya Wojcik
International Women's Day 2026 is on Sunday, March 8, however, myFM Renfrew is celebrating the day a little early by sharing a conversation with local entrepreneur and business operator/owner Tanya Wo...
Mar 06, 2026
Pickleball popularity is on the rise, here's why
Pickleball is an increasingly popular sport in Canada. According to Pickleball Canada, recognized by the Global Pickleball Federation, reported in 2025 that the sport has seen a 57 per cent increase i...
Mar 06, 2026 Mimi (right) is always smiling on the courts | Mik Horvath/MBC
New Faces Wanted: Renfrew County hosts pre-election candidate workshops
Would-be candidates running for municipal office in the Ottawa Valley can take their first steps onto the ballot later this month. The combined municipalities that make up Renfrew County are sponsorin...
Mar 06, 2026
'We were lucky': Renfrew family calls for more organ donors after son's kidney transplant
Renfrew's Lucas Gillan was lucky; now his family wants to help others who are not. As Lucas continues his recovery following a successful live kidney transplant that came after a months-long social me...
Mar 06, 2026 Lucas Gillan (Angela Gillan photo)
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 Friday, March 6th, as of 8:30 a.m., according to gasbuddy.com. ARNPRIOR Ultramar and On the...
Mar 06, 2026 (Unsplash photo)
Ontario athlete preparing to represent Canada on one of the world's biggest stages
Tyler McGregor of Forest, has been named one of Canada's flag bearers for the opening ceremony of the 2026 Winter Paralympics tonight in Italy. The captain of Canada's Para ice hockey team will share ...
Mar 06, 2026 Photo Credit: Canadian Paralympic Committee
What are your skills? Algonquin College hosts Jill of All Trades showcase
Ottawa Valley-area high school girls got a taste of the trades this week courtesy of Algonquin College. The school's Pembroke campus hosted its annual Jill of All Trades event on Thursday, March 5th, ...
Mar 06, 2026
The Renfrew 48
Here is a quick snapshot of what's happening around town the next 48 hours. TODAY: The Douglas Recreation Committee presents an Irish Pub Night- Friday, March 6th from 5-7 pm at the Douglas Rec Comple...
Mar 06, 2026
Hospitals partner with Renfrew County paramedics on Fit2Sit program
The County of Renfrew Paramedic Service has partnered with five local hospitals to roll out a program aimed at reducing ambulance offload delays and getting paramedics back on the road faster. The Fit...
Mar 06, 2026
