Category Archives: 96.1 myFM Local News
Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation launches brand-new website
The Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation (AOPFN) launched a new website. The project took over eight months of work and communications lead, Kyle Robinson, is very pleased with the result. The webs...
Jan 24, 2026 The new welcome banner on the website | Credit: Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation
Why journalists are needed now more than ever - industry insights with Jon Pole
Yesterday (Jan. 22) Algonquin College announced a recommendation was sent to their Board of Governors to review 30 programs. If the board agrees with the recommendation those programs will not be acce...
Jan 23, 2026 A reporter's typical kit consists of a high-quality voice recorder, professional camera and of course the ever-reliable press pass | Mik Horvath/MBC
Cobden water main break disrupts service, advisory in effect
A water main break has caused some disruptions for residents in Cobden this morning. According to Facebook posts from the Township of Whitewate Region, the break occurred on Gould Street on Thursday, ...
Jan 23, 2026
What's good in Renfrew? This weekend's Chuck-a-Puck undergoes a few changes
This weekend the Renfrew Minor Hockey Association (RMHA) planned to supersize their weekly Chuck-a-Puck competition. However, due to the law, RMHA President Jon Pole has had to make some adjustments t...
Jan 22, 2026 Home pad of the Renfrew Timberwolves | Mik Horvath/MBC
Algonquin College puts 30 programs on cancelation notice
Algonquin College plans sweeping program suspensions amid financial strain Algonquin College is looking to suspend more academic programs as it continues to deal with a significant budget shortfall, a...
Jan 22, 2026
Quebec Police on the prowl for dangerous snowmobile driving
Today (Jan. 22) the Sret du Qubec (Quebec police services) announced they would be cracking down on dangerous snowmobile driving. The press release said the police will "intensify their interventions"...
Jan 22, 2026 02irina / Depositphotos.com
What's good in the Valley? Where Paws Meet Purpose: Fire Team K9 opens new facility
Fire Team K9 has a brand-new location, and owners Jeff and Jennifer Hinch are settling in as they continue to provide one of the most unique and important services available to PTSD sufferers almost a...
Jan 21, 2026
MRC Pontiac looking for community feedback from 50+ year-olds
As part of the Age-Friendly Municipality initiative (MADA) the MRC Pontiac and its 18 municipalities have published an online survey for residents 50-years-old and up to complete. The survey is anonym...
Jan 21, 2026 Photo Credit: MRC Pontiac
Lock it or lose it - thousands of dollars in tools stolen from unlocked vehicle
According to the Upper Ottawa Valley OPP, some time between the evening of Jan. 17 and afternoon of Jan. 18 a Petawawa vehicle was the target of a brazen theft. The vehicle was parked, unlocked, on No...
Jan 21, 2026 macherstudio / Depositphotos.com
What's a litre going to cost you? Today's Valley gas prices
Here's our daily look at the cost of fuel across the Ottawa Valley. We've compiled the list of gas prices on Friday, January 16th, as of 8:30 a.m., according to gasbuddy.com. ARNPRIOR Ultramar ...
Jan 21, 2026
