Category Archives: 96.1 myFM Local News
What construction projects are coming up in Renfrew County?
It's construction season and County of Renfrew officials are advising the public about projects that are set to start or just around the corner. Upcoming projects include: County Structure C001 (Berla...
Jul 09, 2024 The rehabilitation of County Structure B108 (Tramore Bridge), located on Tramore Road, approximately 0.25km north of County Road 58 (Round Lake Rd.), is anticipated to commence the week of July 15 and be completed in early October. (Renfrew County photo)
'Gone over the Bonnechere falls': Man killed in Horton Township boating incident
An 82-year-old Horton Township man is dead after a boating incident on the Bonnechere River. Officers with the Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Horton Township Firefighters a...
Jul 09, 2024
'Do not consume': Renfrew County health unit shares info on plant-based beverages recall
Renfrew County and District Health Unit is notifying the public about a new food recall warning. Various Silk and Great Value brand plant-based refrigerated beverages, including almond and coconut dri...
Jul 09, 2024 The full list of recalled products can be found on the Government of Canada website.
Beachburg's Blok battles rain and rivals to clinch podium at Calabogie Summer Classic
Beachburg's resident speedster had to overcome a little drama and a lot of rain during his most recent race on home turf. Nathan Blok's Futec Motorsports team returned to Calabogie Motorsports Park fo...
Jul 09, 2024 Nathan Blok (right) on the podium at Calabogie Motorsports Park (photo by S Blok)
Three sent to hospital from crash on Highway 17 at Chenaux Road
Three people were sent to hospital, one by air ambulance, from a two-car crash on Highway 17 at Chenaux Road on Friday, July 5. Ontario Provincial Police spokesperson Bill Dickson said it appears one ...
Jul 09, 2024 A police vehicle is parked on Highway 17 at Storyland Road last year. (Jessica Bilson photo)
Today's gas prices in the Ottawa Valley
Is your gas light on? If you need to fill up today, here's some info for you. Renfrew's prices are still the lowest around. We've compiled a list of gas prices in the Ottawa Valley on Tuesday, July 9,...
Jul 09, 2024
'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 09, 2024
"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)
