Category Archives: 96.1 myFM Local News
Ottawa Valley braces for another night of dangerous cold: frostbite risk high
Commuters across the Ottawa Valley should take care to stay warm, even after Environment Canada's weekend warning about extreme cold. Renfrew County has been hit by a serious cold snap over the past f...
Jan 21, 2025
The Renfrew 48
Here's what's going on in Renfrew over the next 48 hours. TODAY: Renfrew Curling Rink Breakfast on Tuesday, Jan. 21, from 7-11 a.m. Cost $10/person. Sponsored by the Senior Men Curlers. All are welcom...
Jan 21, 2025
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Local musician talks about struggles and challenges due to LA wildfires
The wildfires in Los Angeles have been clearly devastating to local property owners but the effects of the blazes stretch from California to right here in our own backyard. Well known Pembroke musicia...
Jan 20, 2025
Watershed council warns of ice ridge on Muskrat Lake
If you're planning to head out onto Muskrat Lake this winter, keep an eye out for an ice ridge that has formed. Jan. 17, the Muskrat Watershed Council issued an alert regarding the ridge on the southe...
Jan 20, 2025 Muskrat Watershed Council issued an alert regarding the ridge on the southeast end of the lake near Cobden Beach. (Muskrat Watershed Council photo)
OPP warns Ontarians about risks of buying used cars online
If you are looking to buy a used car online, either go through a dealership or thoroughly do your homework. Gamble advises potential buyers to take their time when purchasing a vehicle, obtain a vehic...
Jan 20, 2025
Race for the next Prime Minister: Liberal party member lays out the important dates and rules for running
The Liberal Leadership race is underway, looking for a new leader of the Federal Liberal Party and a new Prime Minister. myFM spoke with Aline Lamere with the Federal Liberal Association, who provided...
Jan 20, 2025
Bundle up! Renfrew area stays under extreme cold warning as wind chill hits -35°C
Ottawa Valley residents should stay bundled up over the next 24 hours as an extreme cold warning from Environment Canada has been extended into Monday. The weather agency says that wind chill values a...
Jan 20, 2025 gwhitton / Depositphotos.com
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, Jan. 20 as of 8:30 a.m., according to gasbuddy.com . ARNPRIOR Ultramar and On the R...
Jan 20, 2025
Renfrew county health unit tips to stay safe in the bitter cold
With this bitter cold, the Renfrew County and District Health Unit has some reminders to keep people safe. Stay in heated buildings as much as possible, and if you have to go outside, dress IN LAYERS ...
Jan 20, 2025
The Renfrew 48
Here's what's going on in Renfrew over the next 48 hours. TODAY: The Golden Age Activity Centre is closed this week for renovations. Closure begins Jan. 20 and centre will reopen on Monday, Jan. 27. T...
Jan 20, 2025
