Category Archives: 96.1 myFM Local News
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Renfrew's Cole Brownlee eager to make his junior hockey debut with Sioux Lookout this fall
For Renfrew native Cole Brownlee, signing with the reigning Superior International Junior Hockey League champion Sioux Lookout Bombers came as a relief. It's a goal the 5'11" defenseman has worked dil...
Jul 31, 2024 (Sioux Lookout Bombers photo)
Renfrew Library Undergoes Renovations, Updates on Accessibility
Renfrew's public library is undergoing a few renovations, which might make it a little harder to get in. The library is letting their clients know that the accessible entrance on Railway Avenue is clo...
Jul 31, 2024 The Renfrew Public Library
Join the Celebration as RCDHU Marks 60 Years of Public Health Service
60 years of public health service across the county is cause for celebration. The Renfrew County District Health Unit thinks so and will be holding a special event at the Riverwalk Amphitheatre in Pem...
Jul 31, 2024
Don't Think You're OK if You've Inhaled Water But Didn't Drown
Non-fatal drowning is a serious, but preventable cause of injury that can lead to lifelong disability. The Lifesaving Society warns death-related drowning is only one consequence of this water-based i...
Jul 31, 2024
Today's gas prices in the Ottawa Valley
Here's our daily look at the price of fuel at stations across the Ottawa Valley. We've compiled a list of gas prices on Wednesday, July 31 as of 8:30 a.m., according to gasbuddy.com . ARNPRIOR Ultrama...
Jul 31, 2024
Misinformation on Certain Naloxone Kits Could be Fatal
Here's something of possible grave concern to anyone compelled to administer Naloxone in a critical situation. Health Canada is advising that Naloxone Take Home Kits (NTH Kits) by Canadian Hospital Sp...
Jul 31, 2024
Free virtual mental health training available for Ontario agriculture community
Farming is a demanding career, with its own set of stressors that can take a toll on mental health. Agriculture Wellness Ontario is offering free mental health training for those in the agricultural c...
Jul 31, 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. Community Living Renfrew County South continues their 60th anniversary with a free Music in the Park concer...
Jul 31, 2024
Construction Alert: Bonnechere Street South Closed for Watermain Work
The long-running construction streaking through downtown Renfrew will cause another closure. The Town of Renfrew says construction will close down Bonnechere Street South from Opeongo Road to Prince A...
Jul 30, 2024
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Did a local Inn owner see the Golden Lake Monster?
The owner of Sands on Golden Lake has crossed off something special on her bucket list. On Sunday July 28, 2024, Joanne Lovering dove into Golden Lake and started her mission, to swim across the lake ...
Jul 30, 2024
