Category Archives: 96.1 myFM Local News
Renfrew prepares for winter: new hires to enhance snow plowing efforts
Renfrew Town Council will be bringing in the cavalry to help once the snow starts falling. Council agreed to recruit two short-term employees to fill the gaps in their roster of winter plow operators,...
Oct 10, 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 Thursday, Oct. 10 as of 8:30 a.m., according to gasbuddy.com . ARNPRIOR Ultramar and On the...
Oct 10, 2024
Multiple arrests in just days during drunk driving crackdown in and around Renfrew
Police in Renfrew remind you that off-road vehicles count when it comes to drunk driving. Officers would arrest a 41-year-old from Renfrew on four charges, including drunk driving and having cannabis ...
Oct 10, 2024
'The 48': Don't miss events in Renfrew and area
Good morning! Here is a quick snapshot of what's happening around town in the next 48 hours. ALL MONTH: The Renfrew Victoria Hospital Foundation's Put Your Breast Foot Forward Virtual Walk begins on O...
Oct 10, 2024
Downtown Renfrew BIA introduces new loyalty program to celebrate buying local
The Downtown Renfrew BIA is introducing a way for local shoppers to get more when they buy more. The BIA has announced a reloadable 'Love Renfrew' Gift Card and Rewards Program, which you can pick up ...
Oct 10, 2024
Unclaimed treasures! Killaloe OPP recovers stolen items- could they be yours?
In August 2024, the Killaloe Detachment of the OPP recovered several abandoned items believed to be stolen. On August 13, officers patrolling Highway 60 in South Algonquin Township discovered a batter...
Oct 10, 2024
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Award-winning author Ian Hamilton set to visit Renfrew this October
The Renfrew Public Library is excited to welcome Renfrew Reads Author for 2024 Ian Hamilton at two events later this month. Hamilton, an award-winning crime writer, will be visiting the library on Thu...
Oct 09, 2024
Renfrew County bus operators excited to get back on the road
While Renfrew County's bus operators settled for less than they were hoping for, they are nonetheless excited to get back to work, says Alan Jackson, director of Renfrew County Bus Lines and spokesper...
Oct 09, 2024 Alan Jackson is the director of Renfrew County Bus Lines and spokesperson for the group of bus companies. (Sherry Haaima photo)
Discover local delights as Taste of the Valley hits Cobden next weekend
The Taste of the Valley vendor market is set for Saturday, October 19, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Cobden Agricultural Hall and Fairgrounds. Organized by the County of Renfrew's Economic Development...
Oct 09, 2024 Ottawa Valley Tourist Association photo
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 Wednesday, Oct. 9 as of 8:30 a.m., according to gasbuddy.com . ARNPRIOR Ultramar and On the...
Oct 09, 2024
