Category Archives: 96.1 myFM Local News
SIU investigating after police in Renfrew discharge anti-riot weapon during arrest
The province's Special Investigations Unit (SIU) has invoked its mandate following the arrest of an individual in Renfrew on Thursday, April 10. Ontario Provincial Police from the Renfrew Detachment r...
Apr 10, 2025 A police officer takes photographs at the corner of Francis Street and Rotary Avenue Thursday evening.
'Speeding will cost you': Police charge driver clocked going more than 50 kms over limit on White Lake Road
Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) from the Renfrew Detachment are cautioning the public about the potential hefty price tag if you're caught speeding. Police say they stopped a driver travelling 108 km/...
Apr 10, 2025 Police say they stopped a driver travelling 108 km/h in a posted 50 km/h zone on White Lake Road yesterday. (OPP photo)
What's Good in Renfrew? Sledge hockey legend Lou Mulvihill honoured where It all began - In Renfrew
Renfrew's myFM Centre is now the home of a permanent tribute to one of parasport's great innovators. Members of the community joined Renfrew Mayor Tom Sidney, local member of provincial parliament Bil...
Apr 10, 2025 Lou Mulvihill (center) unveils three exhibits featuring artifacts from his sledge hockey career with the help of local MPP Billy Denault (left) and Renfrew Mayor Tom Sidney
Pembroke OATC Member assists in creating Rapid Test to Catch Fake Fentanyl Patches
In response to the alarming rise of counterfeit fentanyl patches infiltrating communities, a pharmacist-led initiative across Ontario has introduced a rapid screening method to distinguish authentic p...
Apr 10, 2025
Why Not Enjoy a Family Film in Arnprior Sunday?
Nothing excites Save the Grove Again Committee Chair Lacey Smith more than trees, but perhaps second on her list: films about trees. They are available at the door. By Rick Stow
Apr 10, 2025
Election Sign Showdown: Renfrew warns candidates to follow the rules
The Town of Renfrew is asking the people vying for our local seat at Parliament Hill to take it easy with their signage. Town staff are reminding candidates and their campaign teams that you cannot pl...
Apr 10, 2025
VALLEY VOTES: Seth Malina: Independent candidate, independent thinker
At almost twenty-three years old, he won't break any records for youngest elected rep locally, but Seth Malina says having a purpose doesn't require patiently aging to achieve it. For more information...
Apr 10, 2025
Car or Cash on the line as Jeep Adventure Lottery returns to Arnprior Regional Health
A major fundraising initiative for the Arnprior Regional Health Foundation is the Jeep Adventure Lottery, now in its fifth year running. The Jeep Adventure Lottery Grand Prize draw is July 10th, 2025....
Apr 10, 2025
VALLEY VOTES: Randy Briand is your United Party of Canada candidate
If you're considering voting for the first name you see on the Algonquin-Renfrew-Pembroke ballot, it may also be valuable to know how to pronounce it. Also on the ballot April 28th are Cheryl Gallant,...
Apr 10, 2025
Don't miss your chance to vote! Here's what you need to know about casting your ballot
With the federal election now less than 20 days away, many Canadians are expected to cast their ballots ahead of time. There are a number of ways to vote before the April 28 election, including at adv...
Apr 10, 2025 (Election Canada photo)
