Category Archives: 96.1 myFM Local News
"More full-time jobs" OPSEU speaks out regarding LCBO strike
The Ontario Public Services Employee Union says it's going to be a "dry summer" as thousands of LCBO workers walked off the job after the strike deadline passed without a new deal for employees. myFM ...
Jul 09, 2024
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Renfrew Collegiate Institute secures home-court advantage with myFM Centre
Renfrew Collegiate Institute's tradition of hosting high school athletics is growing thanks to a new deal with the town. RCI teacher and coach Adam Noack says that not only will every Raiders basketba...
Jul 08, 2024
'No reasonable grounds': SIU concludes investigation into man's medical crisis while at Killaloe OPP Station
An investigation into an incident at the Killaloe OPP station has concluded. The Special Investigations Unit, Ontario's police watchdog, has cleared Ontario Provincial Police of any wrongdoing in conn...
Jul 08, 2024 (FIle photo)
'Poop happens': Renfrew installs downtown pet waste bag dispensers
The Town of Renfrew has partnered with the Downtown Renfrew Business Improvement Area (BIA) to help urge pet owners to clean up their waste. Officials say two convenient pet waste bag dispensers have ...
Jul 08, 2024 Town of Renfrew photo
Interactive Outlet Map Lets You Search for Yourself
The Government of Ontario website is now offering thirsty consumers an interactive map on where LCBO product remains available at private outlet stores across the Province during the current OPSEU str...
Jul 08, 2024
Ma-te-Way Park's parking lot revamp: what visitors should expect
Visitors to Renfrew's Ma-te-Way Park will not have to cram into one parking lot anymore. Paving and resurfacing continue along the myFM Centre's new parking lot, which has already seen asphalt install...
Jul 08, 2024 The back lot of the myFM Centre, which is set to have lines painted on Monday, July 8th
Where are the LCBO convenience outlets in and around Renfrew County?
The strike by OPSEU workers has shut the doors at more than 600 LCBO retail outlets across the province but alcohol is still available for sale in several locations and online. An LCBO strike does not...
Jul 08, 2024
Today's gas prices in the Ottawa Valley
Another Monday is upon us. If you burned up all your gas on your weekend travels and are headed to the pumps, here's some useful info. The trend of Renfrew fuel prices coming in considerably lower tha...
Jul 08, 2024
Renfrew parks set for summer overhaul due to safety issues
Last-ditch efforts to save a pair of Renfrew's playground structures have not worked out. Recreation Operations Specialist Shawn Eckford tells us about what CPRA Canadian Certified Playground Inspecto...
Jul 08, 2024 The play structure at Renfrew's Horton Height Park which will be torn down on July 22nd
'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. Monday, July 8th is Pro 6 Cycle track day at Calabogie Motorsports Park! These days are designed to provide...
Jul 08, 2024
