Category Archives: 96.1 myFM Local News
Renfrew County health care advocates plan Pembroke protest after Ottawa rally
Health care advocates from the Ottawa Valley say a last-second trip to Parliament Hill was an eye-opening experience. The Renfrew County Health Coalition's Lila Paddock and Leona Haley were among over...
Feb 26, 2026 Health care advocates demonstrate outside Parliament Hill during a February 2026 rally (Ben Treidlinger photo)
What's Good in Renfrew? Food Bank rallying community for Coldest Night of the Year fundraiser
The Renfrew and District Food Bank's supporters will brave the elements this Saturday, February 28th, to rally the community in their effort to keep families in need fed. Joanne Hnatykiw, one of the f...
Feb 26, 2026
OPP investigating suspected swatting incident in Barry's Bay
The Ontario Provincial Police say a reported shooting in Barry's Bay this week is now being investigated as a possible swatting incident. Officers with the Upper Ottawa Valley detachment responded Wed...
Feb 26, 2026
Ontario SPCA performs 227 free spay and neuter surgeries for World Spay Day
The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society says it performed 227 free spay and neuter surgeries across the province Tuesday to mark World Spay Day, a move the agency estimates will prevent more than 12,000 u...
Feb 26, 2026
"Cool Dads" and Cocoa: Horton's Winter Carnival needs you this March
Horton Township is looking for a helping hand as they celebrate the season out and about the community next month. They have put the call out for assistance ahead of their Winter Carnival on March 7th...
Feb 26, 2026 The Renfrew Wolves lending a hand with outdoor skating at the 2025 Horton Winter Carnival (Township of Horton photo)
Trades showcase gives Ottawa Valley students hands-on career insight
High school students throughout the Ottawa Valley are spending this week learning about the trades and exploring possible future careers. An annual education initiative called "Trades Promoting Trades...
Feb 26, 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 Thursday, February 26th, as of 8:30 a.m., according to gasbuddy.com. ARNPRIOR Ultramar and ...
Feb 26, 2026
Armed Forces recruitment surge could be felt at Garrison Petawawa
Recent data suggests that more Canadians are considering becoming soldiers. A new report says the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) saw an increased number of applications received during the 2025-26 fiscal...
Feb 26, 2026
The Renfrew 48
Here is a quick snapshot of what's happening around town the next 48 hours. TODAY: The Renfrew Legion and Community Living Renfrew County South continues their free pool league this Wednesday, as play...
Feb 26, 2026
Renfrew Timberwolves survive scare, win in OT to complete sweep
Renfrew's Jr. B Timberwolves were able to hold on for dear life in game three of the EOJHL Wild Card round against the Athens Aeros, beating them 5-4 in overtime on Wednesday night to complete the ser...
Feb 26, 2026
