Category Archives: 96.1 myFM Local News
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 Tuesday, May 5th, as of 8:30 a.m., according to gasbuddy.com. ARNPRIOR Ultramar and On the ...
May 05, 2026
MENTAL HEALTH WEEK: Mental health supports breaking barriers to reach local farming families
A recently expanded program is ensuring local farmers have access to therapy when they need it. Johanna Bakker, founder of the Renfrew-based clinic Mental Care, says the federal and provincial governm...
May 05, 2026 Johanna Bakker, founder of the Renfrew-based clinic Mental Care
Provincial government announces million dollar investment in Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation healthcare
The provincial government is providing Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation with over a million dollars in healthcare funding. Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke MPP Billy Denault made the announcement at ...
May 05, 2026
The Renfrew 48
Here is a quick snapshot of what's happening around town the next 48 hours. TODAY: Enjoy Pizza for a Purpose on May 5th! Treat your family to a delicious pizza while supporting a great cause! Purchase...
May 05, 2026
What's good in Renfrew? Renfrew County 4-H youth heading to Saskatchewan for national exchange
Young agricultural experts from the Ottawa Valley will get the chance to see farming from a whole new perspective. The Renfrew County 4-H club's Ag Rangers will head to Saskatchewan this summer, repre...
May 04, 2026 (Renfrew County 4-H Photo)
Renfrew council, mayoral races expected to heat up as nominations trickle in
One prospective nominee in Renfrew's upcoming municipal election expects the local race to heat up. Scott Miller, who was among the first people to publicly declare their intention to run for council ...
May 04, 2026 Scott Miller is expected to register for Renfrew's council race ahead of the fall election
OPP urges caution as construction season gets underway in Upper Ottawa Valley
Police in the Upper Ottawa Valley are reminding drivers to slow down and stay alert as construction season ramps up across the region. The Upper Ottawa Valley detachment of the Ontario Provincial Poli...
May 04, 2026
24-year-old in custody following Renfrew weapons investigation
Weapons-related charges have been laid following a recent investigation by the Renfrew OPP. Officers attended a weapons call for service within town limits back on Tuesday, April 14th, where they iden...
May 04, 2026 A police vehicle is parked on Highway 17 at Storyland Road last year. (Jessica Bilson photo)
Ontario SPCA Urges Pet Owners to Prepare for Emergencies
As part of Emergency Preparedness Week, the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society is urging residents to make sure their pets are included in emergency planning so no member of the household is overlooked d...
May 04, 2026
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 Monday, May 4th, as of 8:30 a.m., according to gasbuddy.com. ARNPRIOR Ultramar and On the R...
May 04, 2026
