Category Archives: 96.1 myFM Local News
Join the Ottawa Valley Business Summit for growth and networking
The Upper Ottawa Valley Chamber of Commerce is excited to host the Ottawa Valley Business Summit conference & expo on April 11, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Best Western Inn & Conference...
Mar 27, 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 Thursday, March 27 as of 8:30 a.m., according to gasbuddy.com . ARNPRIOR Ultramar and On th...
Mar 27, 2025
'Suspected drugs and a firearm': Traffic complaint leads to weapons charges: Renfrew OPP
Two people are facing charges after police investigated a traffic complaint about a possible impaired driver. The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) reports the call came in on ...
Mar 27, 2025
RCDSB seeks community input on new strategic plan
The Renfrew County District School Board (RCDSB) is developing its next Strategic Plan (2026-2030) and is inviting students, families, staff, and community organizations to participate in consultation...
Mar 27, 2025 Leo Boland, chair of the Renfrew County District School Board, says the board wants to ensure the next Strategic Plan reflects the needs and aspirations of communities. (RCDSB photo)
The Renfrew 48
Here's what's going on in Renfrew over the next 48 hours. TODAY: Renfrew Public Library's original book club, Love of Literature, returns this Thursday at 6:00 pm! Share your thoughts on each month's ...
Mar 27, 2025
What's good in Renfrew? Renfrew Skating Club's 'Once Upon a Time' ice show set to be a must-see performance
The Renfrew Skating Club's annual year-end ice show is expected to be so nice, you'll have the chance to see it twice. Head Coach Katie Skerkowski says the big blowout to their season, titled "Once Up...
Mar 26, 2025 The Renfrew Skating Club at the 2022 Glen Cairn Skating competition in Ottawa
'Potent' spring ice storm likely this weekend: Environment Canada
Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for the Ottawa Valley and beyond ahead of this weekend. Experts say a "potent" spring ice storm is likely to bring significant ice accretion f...
Mar 26, 2025 (Unsplash photo)
'Love Canada': National pride in action at Ella's Keeping Company in Renfrew
American President Donald Trump's back-and-forth tariff threats and suggestions that Canada become the 51st state have sparked a wave of reaction across our country. From clearly marked Canadian produ...
Mar 26, 2025 Ella's Keeping Company owner Lisa Vincent, centre, is joined by staff members Nancy Cloutier, left, and Mellissa Maszarics. (Sherry Haaima photo)
Bernadette McCann House issues spring wish list
Bernadette McCann House has a long history of helping women in our community and from time to time they could use a little boost from the public. Officials there have just released their spring wish l...
Mar 26, 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, March 26 as of 8:30 a.m., according to gasbuddy.com . ARNPRIOR Ultramar and On t...
Mar 26, 2025
