Category Archives: 96.1 myFM Local News
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Swiss Alps restaurant nears opening in downtown Renfrew's historic myFM building
Nearly 10 months down the line, the Borghi family is almost ready to welcome Renfrew to the Swiss Alps. Restaurateur Iris Borghi says hungry patrons will not have to wait much longer for their first c...
Sep 23, 2024 Iris Borghi and her husband (left) joined outside the Swiss Alps restaurant by family from overseas.
Violent twist in shoplifting incident: suspect arrested after spraying bystanders
A 29-year-old individual has been arrested following a shoplifting incident that turned violent in Laurentian Valley Township. On the evening of September 8, 2024, police responded to a report of a sh...
Sep 23, 2024
OPP request assistance locating federal offender known to frequent Ottawa, Pembroke
Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have issued an advisory requesting public assistance in locating a federal offender wanted on a Canada Wide Warrant as a result of a breach of their Statutory Release. ...
Sep 23, 2024
Trail Transformation: 53 km of Algonquin Trail now under development in Renfrew County
The longest running trail through Renfrew County is about to get even bigger. Development on a 53-kilometre section of the Algonquin Trail, covering Wylie Road near Deep River towards Crossing Road ne...
Sep 23, 2024
Renfrew Wolves GM Defazio praises fan engagement after thrilling home opener
Aside from the final score, it's safe to say the new look Renfrew Wolves made the most out of their first game of the season with the hometown crowd at the myFM Centre. Over 510 people paid their way ...
Sep 23, 2024 (Photo Credit: Noahzark Photography)
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, Sept. 23 as of 8:15 a.m., according to gasbuddy.com . ARNPRIOR Ultramar and On the ...
Sep 23, 2024 (Unsplash photo)
Renfrew County directors of education to attend bus negotiations; possibility of financial compensation for parents being explored
Directors of education for both the public and Catholic school boards are expected to be on hand today (Monday, Sept. 23) when negotiations resume between local school bus operators and the Renfrew Co...
Sep 23, 2024 (Unsplash photo)
'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. TODAY: Truth & Reconciliation is more than just one day each year. Join Renfrew Public Library this Mon...
Sep 23, 2024
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Ottawa Valley's 3rd Annual Farms Open brings fresh food, artisan goods, and goat cuddles
So much fresh produce, handcrafted artisan goods, live music and vendors at the Ottawa Valley's 3rd Annual Farms Open across the Valley. On Sunday September 22, 2024, over 16 dedicated farmers from th...
Sep 22, 2024
Tourist Association Continues to See Benefits to Proposed Municipal Accommodations Tax
Armed with recent successful discussions in Haliburton, where that county is in the process of implementing a municipal accommodation tax, the Ottawa Valley Tourist Association hopes Renfrew County wi...
Sep 22, 2024
