Category Archives: 96.1 myFM Local News
Ontario rolls out new rural funding as applications open provincewide
The Ontario government is launching a new intake of the Rural Ontario Development Program, committing $20 million to support jobs, infrastructure and economic growth in rural communities. The announce...
Jan 20, 2026
The Renfrew 48
Here is a quick snapshot of what's happening around town the next 48 hours. TODAY: Stack your plates high this morning as the Renfrew Curling Rinks' Senior Men host the community for a full breakfast ...
Jan 20, 2026
What's good in the Valley? Cupcake Day returns to sweeten support for Renfrew County Ontario SPCA
Cupcake Day in support of the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society is returning this winter, inviting residents to turn baking into fundraising for animals in need. Heather Jobe, Community Development Coor...
Jan 19, 2026
Paws, Paths, and Purpose: Renfrew's Walk for Guide Dogs Is Back in May
Renfrew's Lions Club is so excited for one of their favorite fundraisers that they're boasting about it months in advance. The local Pet Valu Walk for Guide Dogs will happen along Ma-te-Way Park and t...
Jan 19, 2026 Bradyn Waterman and companion, Innis, led the way at the 2025 Renfrew Lions Club Walk for Guide Dog
Impaired driving charges laid after vehicle found in ditch
A Quebec resident has been charged with impaired driving after a minor collision in North Algona Wilberforce Township. Upper Ottawa Valley OPP say they were called Saturday evening (Jan 17) about a ve...
Jan 19, 2026
OPP remind snowmobilers - no muffler or exhaust modifications allowed
There is a limit to how much you can soup up your sled. The Upper Ottawa Valley OPP is reminding snowmobile owners that it is illegal to modify or change the exhaust on snowmobiles if the sled is bein...
Jan 19, 2026
Two separate Renfrew disputes lead to charges Within One Day
Police in Renfrew say a pair of calls for help within the community managed to lead to charges laid by someone close to the caller twice within the span of 24 hours. Officers were first sent to a loca...
Jan 19, 2026
What's good in the Valley? Whitewater Fire Department pushes new tanker into Beachburg station
On Jan. 17, Whitewater Fire Department members officially welcomed the newest piece of equipment into their fleet. Hailing all the way from Minnesota this new Freightliner Tanker has replaced the agin...
Jan 18, 2026 Relief after moving the fully-loaded 32-tonne tanker | Mik Horvath/MBC
Renfrew Wolves marketing manager passed away
On Wednesday, Jan. 14, Kristina Lafrance, marketing, communications and sponsorship executive for the Renfrew Wolves and Timberwolves died at the age of 51. Lafrance reportedly had a sudden stroke and...
Jan 17, 2026 Photo Credit: Zohr Family Funeral Home Inc.
Pat McGregor announces fundraiser for 100 year RVH anniversary
Today (Jan. 16) on Facebook local Pat McGregor announced she will be organizing another massive fundraiser for Renfrew Victoria Hospital's (RVH) 100 year anniversary. Last year McGregor held her 30 fo...
Jan 16, 2026 Pat McGregor visited the studio in July to talk about her 30 for 30 fundraiser.
