Category Archives: 96.1 myFM Local News
Ontario allocates millions to tackle bullying and support student well-being
The Ontario government is investing millions to help fight bullying in schools and promote student mental health and well-being. In making the announcement, Minister of Education Jill Dunlop said the ...
Nov 19, 2024
Spread holiday cheer and join the OPP Christmas Angel Program!
The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment has launched its annual Christmas Angel Program, a community initiative designed to bring joy to local families during the holiday season. Each "Angel" represe...
Nov 19, 2024
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Renfrew Tim Hortons holiday cookie campaign benefits food bank
From now until Sunday, you can enjoy a delicious treat for a great cause with Tim Hortons Holiday Smile Cookie campaign. Renfrew Tim Hortons owners Richard and Shelly Dean explain that half of proceed...
Nov 18, 2024 Mike and Liz Wright of the Renfrew and District Food Bank.
Canada Post Strike: Business owners worried about impact during critical holiday period
Small businesses in the Ottawa Valley and all of Ontario will feel the pinch if the Canada Post strike carries further into the holiday season, but businesses who work from home and have a business mo...
Nov 18, 2024
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, Nov. 18 as of 8:30 a.m., according to gasbuddy.com . ARNPRIOR Ultramar and On the R...
Nov 18, 2024
Pensions, sick Leave, and wages: Why Ottawa Valley postal workers are on strike
Canada Post employees across the Ottawa Valley began their strike on Friday with more on their mind than just better wages. Local mail carrier Andrew Fogarasi says he and his coworkers are rallying to...
Nov 18, 2024
The Renfrew 48
Here's what's going on in Renfrew over the next 48 hours. Stuff to do: ALL WEEK: Get your beautiful multi sized live Poinsettias while supporting Renfrew & Area Seniors' Home Support. Last day to ...
Nov 18, 2024
Community pride shines as Renfrew Wolves and Timberwolves raise thousands for RVH's mammography department
A first-ever for Renfrew's hospital and the town's local junior hockey clubs has left both sides tickled pink. Renfrew Victoria Hospital's Pink the Rink weekend with the Renfrew Wolves and Timberwolve...
Nov 18, 2024 JrB Timberwolves, gather and celebrate the $3400.00 that was raised over the weekend combined with the Jr. A team.
Drunk driving, outstanding warrant lead to charges in Renfrew traffic stop
Police in Renfrew say a late night drive has turned into charges for both people in the car. Officers pulled a car over along Highway 17 after catching them speeding at around 12:40 a.m. on Monday, No...
Nov 18, 2024
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Robbie Dean Counselling Centre in Renfrew relocates to hospital building
A vital mental health resource in our community has a cozy new home. The Robbie Dean Counselling Centre's Renfrew office can now be found at the Annex building beside the Renfrew Victoria Hospital. Ro...
Nov 17, 2024
