Category Archives: 96.1 myFM Local News

Students, their families, teachers and school staff aren't the only ones getting set for the hustle and bustle of back to school, let's not forget our crossing guards! Renfrew's Ken Taylor, well-known...

Renfrew Collegiate Institute's administration team has emailed parents regarding changes and challenges as students head back to the classroom this week. Principal Neil Farmer notes that there are man...

During this Labour Day holiday, keep in mind that there will be a few businesses closed for the day. The Beer Store and the LCBO will be closed Monday, September 2nd. Walmart in Renfrew will be open. ...

The Killaloe Detachment is investigating a fatal single-vehicle collision that occurred on Highway 60 on the night of August 31, 2024. At around 10:00 p.m., emergency responders, including Fire and Re...

As we look back on the week that was, here are our top five most-read stories: For years, the Agnew family has supported and loved their Ottawa Valley community and now, the community is embracing the...

Certain solar farms will be banned on prime agricultural land in Ontario as the province expands energy production to meet demand in the coming decades, Energy Minister Stephen Lecce said Wednesday. O...

Good morning! Here is a quick snapshot of what's happening around town in the next 48 hours. Saturday Aug. 31 is the Community Yard Sale at the Wing. Baked goods from Gramma's Treats. Event runs 9 a.m...

A family whose home was destroyed by fire in Clarendon Quebec is getting shown a little love by the Pontiac Farmers' Market. Doug and Ruben Hodgins, avid market goers, have lost everything in the fire...

More than 4,000 convenience stores across Ontario are licensed to sell alcohol as new liberalized rules come into effect next week. The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario says it has approved 4,...

Are you hitting the road for the Labour Day long weekend? Here's our daily look at the cost of fuel across the Ottawa Valley. We've compiled the list of gas prices on Friday, Aug. 30 as of 8:30 a.m., ...