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, March 11 as of 8:30 a.m., according to gasbuddy.com . ARNPRIOR Ultramar and On the...
Mar 11, 2025
OPP patrols local snowmobile trails over the weekend
The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment conducted weekend patrols on local snowmobile trails on March 8 and 9. The OPP was joined by the OPP East Region Snow Vehicle, All Terrain Vehicle, Vessel Enfo...
Mar 11, 2025
Spring Fling heats up for Hospice Renfrew: Merv Warren delivers thousands for end-of-life care
The sequel to Merv's Spring Fling enjoyed such a good evening that it's only a matter of time before we hear about Fling #3. Host Merv Warren recently dropped by Hospice Renfrew to deliver a cheque wo...
Mar 11, 2025
The Renfrew 48
Here's what's going on in Renfrew over the next 48 hours. ALL WEEK: The Renfrew Lion's Club's Walk for Dog Guides auction continues until March 15th at noon. They have something for everyone. Watch th...
Mar 11, 2025
In Arnprior, One Councillor Moves On, and Another Returns
Arnprior Council has moved quickly to fill the vacancy created when former member Billy Denault was elected to Queen's Park in the February 27th Provincial Election. Denault formally resigned from the...
Mar 10, 2025
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Urban Runaway spotlights breast health at celebration of local women
It was an International Women's Day event that offered attendees an opportunity to network, celebrate and come away with a greater understanding of the importance of women's breast screening and healt...
Mar 10, 2025 Community-based Arnprior organization Urban Runaway hosted a Saturday-morning International Women's Day event at the Nick Smith Centre. (Sherry Haaima photo)
Renfrew County's top doc says measles outbreak in Ontario is 'concerning'
Officials from the Renfrew County and District Health Unit are encouraging residents to ensure their measles vaccinations are up to date and be aware of symptoms as the province experiences a measles ...
Mar 10, 2025 (Unsplash photo)
Laurentian Valley's 5th annual Ice Fishing Derby a huge success!
The Township of Laurentian Valley hosted its 5th annual LV Ice Fishing Derby on February 22, at Lemke Lake. The event, which ran from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., attracted 133 participants for a day of f...
Mar 10, 2025
Ontario hits back at U.S. tariffs with 25% surcharge on electricity exports
Starting today, Ontario has slapped a 25% surcharge on electricity exports to the United States in response to tariffs imposed by President Trump's administration. The surcharge will affect 1.5 millio...
Mar 10, 2025
Police search for Jesse Judge in Renfrew after breaching early release terms
Police are keeping an eye on the Ottawa Valley as they hunt for the subject of a Canada-wide warrant. The OPP's Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement Squad says 41-year-old Jesse Judge broke the terms of...
Mar 10, 2025
