Category Archives: 96.1 myFM Local News
'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. McNab/Braeside invites you to enjoy Coffee and Crafts Ladies Night edition this Wednesday evening from 7:00...
Jul 24, 2024
Long-Awaited Ice Slab Replacements Spark Major Upgrades at Arnprior's Nick Smith Centre
Those long-rumoured upgrades to Arnprior's Nick Smith Centre are a giant step closer to reality. At a Special Meeting of Town Council July 22nd, elected representatives voted unanimously to award the ...
Jul 23, 2024
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Renfrew Parks and Rec seeks community input after successful Canada Day
Even with a busy summer still in front of them, Renfrew's Parks and Recreation team is making sure to look back. Programs specialist Janyne Fraser can hardly believe that almost a full month has past ...
Jul 23, 2024 (Photo Credit: Town of Renfrew)
$80 million up for grabs in OLG prizes tonight
OLG is promoting a massive $70 million jackpot that is up for grabs in tonight's Lotto Max draw. There are an additional $10 Maxmillions prizes on offer, meaning potential winnings in the Tuesday, Jul...
Jul 23, 2024 (OLG photo)
Beloved museum murals defaced in Bonnechere Valley
The Killaloe Detachment is investigating an act of vandalism at a museum in Bonnechere Valley. On July 18, 2024, officers responded to a report of damage at the museum on Bonnechere St W, where painte...
Jul 23, 2024
Renfrew's new splash of color: 'The 5 Hearts' artwork lights up the myFM Centre
Renfrew's myFM Centre added the first of what the town hopes are many splashes of colour to its walls ahead of the weekend. Renfrew-based artist Patrick John Mills and a small crew of town staff insta...
Jul 23, 2024 Artist Patrick John Mills in front of his artwork, "The 5 Hearts" inside Renfrew's myFM Centre (Photo credit: Patrick John Mills)
Ontario's $260M investment in Skills Development Fund aims to tackles labour shortage
Hoping to address Ontario's labour shortage, the provincial government is investing up to $260 million in the Skills Development Fund (SDF) Training Stream. The funding, announced in Kitchener on July...
Jul 23, 2024 David Piccini, Minister of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development
Today's gas prices in the Ottawa Valley
If it's time to fill up, here's a story you should read first. Fuel prices at most stations in Renfrew appear to be the lowest across several municipalities in the region. We've compiled a list of gas...
Jul 23, 2024
Renfrew cracks down on unsafe activities near Bonnechere River Dam
The town of Renfrew is putting its foot down as some people in the area flirt with serious danger along the Bonnechere River. Town officials say there has been an increase in trespassing on the unsafe...
Jul 23, 2024 (Photo Credit: Renfrew Power Generation)
'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. Youth aged 8+ can join the town of Renfrew Tuesdays from 3-5 p.m. for a dynamic and inclusive gymnasium exp...
Jul 23, 2024
