Category Archives: 96.1 myFM Local News
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Renfrew landmark to be bathed in blue to raise awareness for a rare condition
A Renfrew landmark will join others from across the globe to raise awareness about a rare neurogenetic condition. Odi's Kingburger will light up in blue on Thursday, February 15th, in support of Odi's...
Feb 12, 2024 Robin Hisko
"Safety is our top priority": St. Joseph's High School updates parents following Friday incident
St. Joseph's Catholic High School in Renfrew returns from the weekend with an update on a serious matter that occurred on Friday. In a message to parents, Principal Scott Nichol explains that local po...
Feb 12, 2024
Renfrew County and District Health Unit finds new home for Renfrew services
Our local health unit has found a new place to meet with Renfrew residents. The Renfrew County and District Health Unit has announced that their Renfrew Service Hub is now open at 120 Plaunt Street So...
Feb 12, 2024
Don't Miss Out: Renfrew Residents' chance to chat budget with Council
If you want to have a say on Renfrew's 2024 budget, now is the time to speak with Town Hall. Council is set to bring an amended version of the budget to council in the coming weeks, and Renfrew's Chie...
Feb 12, 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 Golden Age Activity Centre on Raglan St. South hosts a Shrove Tuesday pancake breakfast Tuesday morning...
Feb 12, 2024
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Frewfest Frenzy set to ignite Renfrew over the long weekend
The town of Renfrew is just about ready to have plenty of fun and games on the ice, in the snow, and even staying cozy indoors. Frewfest, Renfrew's winter carnival, will see residents snowshoeing, ska...
Feb 11, 2024
National 211 Day, and Another Event, Are Coming Up Sunday
More people than ever are turning to local social services for help due to economic instability and lingering effects from the pandemic. Calling 211 for information on how to access vital services has...
Feb 09, 2024
UPDATE: Renfrew OPP say no lockdown called at St. Joseph's following Friday's "isolated incident"
UPDATE 3:37 p.m. Despite what you may have heard, St. Joseph's Catholic High School did not go into lockdown on Friday. Renfrew OPP was called to the school at around midday on Friday after receiving ...
Feb 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. The myFM Centre is hosting a Seniors and Tots Skate on Friday morning from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Be sure to b...
Feb 09, 2024
Return of The Split The Pot Lottery
As you may have expected, the Split The Pot Lottery is back bigger and better than ever, with an expanded list of Hospital Foundations participating. The current Split The Pot iteration runs from Febr...
Feb 08, 2024
