Category Archives: 96.1 myFM Local News
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: 'It's about helping people', International PSW enjoying new role in Renfrew
An international personal support worker who's settling into his new position in Renfrew says he's been fortunate to have encountered so many kind people since his arrival. Fleury Dushime of Burundi, ...
Apr 04, 2024 Fleury Dushime of Burundi, Africa, is one of four international PSWs working at the Bonnechere Manor as part of a recruitment strategy being implemented for the first time in Renfrew County.
Two face manslaughter, drug trafficking charges after death of man in Pembroke
Two people have been charged and remain in custody in connection with the death of a 27-year-old man from the Pembroke area. Police say that on July 23, 2023, members of the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) ...
Apr 04, 2024
Minor hockey in Renfrew to offer a new option to older players next season
Minor hockey across the Ottawa Valley will have a new option for older players. The Renfrew Minor Hockey Association says an under-21 division for the first time ever next season across all of Hockey ...
Apr 04, 2024
East Region OPP lay more than 100 seatbelt charges over Easter long weekend
The Easter long weekend was a busy one for police across Eastern Ontario. According to an Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) press release, police issued 101 tickets for seatbelt violations across the re...
Apr 04, 2024 (OPP photo)
Slippery morning on the roads in Renfrew County
Despite the blast of wintry weather experienced in Renfrew County and beyond and much to the chagrin of some local students, the buses were running this morning. The roads proved a little too slick, h...
Apr 04, 2024
Renfrew County Council honours provincial award winner Lorenz Kelo
An Ottawa Valley senior recently honoured with a provincial award was recognized at Renfrew County Council. Lorenz Kelo of North Algona Wilberforce, winner of the Ontario Senior Achievement Award, was...
Apr 04, 2024 Lorenz Kelo, centre, of North Algona Wilberforce was recognized at the March 27 session of Renfrew County Council for his recent Ontario Senior Achievement Award. He was presented with a certificate by County Coun. James Brose and Renfrew County Warden Peter Emon. (County of Renfrew photo)
Snowfall warning continues as power outages spread through Ottawa Valley
UPDATE, 7:45 a.m.: Listener tips suggest that this morning's power outages may extend into the outskirts of Renfrew towards Highway 132, including Ferguslea Road, and up towards Haley Station along Hi...
Apr 04, 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. The myFM Centre hosts a free Seniors and Tots skate this Friday from 10:30 to noon on Pad 1. Don't forget y...
Apr 04, 2024
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Arnprior Men's Shed gets a boost with upcoming 'Do It For Glenn' dinner and dance
It's a vital, growing community program and an upcoming fundraiser will help support a move to a new location and expanded programs. The Arnprior-McNab-Braeside Men's Shed is getting ready for a move ...
Apr 03, 2024
Renfrew's Town Hall gets an early start to planning for next council term
The Town of Renfrew is going to get an important piece of data for down the road done right now. Town staff have been directed to complete a report on remuneration for the work done by the town counci...
Apr 03, 2024
