Category Archives: 96.1 myFM Local News
The Renfrew 48
Here is a quick snapshot of what's happening around town the next 48 hours. NOVEMBER: Renfrew and Area Seniors Home Support reminds you that their Christmas Poinsettia fundraiser will continue until N...
Nov 21, 2025
Town of Renfrew is recycling Christmas lights and they need all the help they can get
The Town of Renfrew is trying a new method of acquiring colourful Christmas lights and it needs help from the public. The town is putting a notice out for anyone that has unwanted, but functional, Chr...
Nov 20, 2025 The town has many uses for holiday lights, such as the trees and poles that line the downtown core | Mik Horvath/MBC
What's good in the Valley? Gourley's 2025 Deer Hunt Contest raised $20K for Hospice
Gourley's Outdoors has wrapped up its 2025 deer contest; it's a competition where the goal is the bag the biggest buck (or doe!) with podium prizes, draws and it's all in the name for a good cause. Go...
Nov 20, 2025 Ashley Eckford bagged the biggest buck at 257.9 pounds, while Dave Milosek nabbed the biggest doe at 152.1 pounds. | Mik Horvath/MBC
County of Renfrew pushes health, housing and infrastructure needs at Queen's Park
The Ottawa Valley's top municipal minds will continue making their case on key priorities for Renfrew County residents ahead of the weekend. Elected officials and senior staff from the County of Renfr...
Nov 20, 2025
Arnprior advises public consultation on improvements at Robert Simpson Park ends Sunday
The Town of Arnprior is eager for public input on its proposed Robert Simpson Park Refresh. Engineering Officer Patrick Foley and Recreation Director Graeme Ivory appeared at the municipal meeting of ...
Nov 20, 2025
The Renfrew 48
Here is a quick snapshot of what's happening around town the next 48 hours. NOVEMBER: Renfrew and Area Seniors Home Support reminds you that their Christmas Poinsettia fundraiser will continue until N...
Nov 20, 2025
Charge future in Ottawa uncertain as PWHL season gets underway
Local PWHL fans have something to worry about, just as the league's third season is about to get underway. The Ottawa Charge is sounding the alarm after city council approved the Lansdowne 2.0 plan. T...
Nov 19, 2025
What's Good in Renfrew? Local food bank's advent challenge sparks community kindness
Renfrew and area residents looking to give back can make a massive difference for those in need one day at a time. The Renfrew and District Food Bank's Mike Wright says their annual advent calendar in...
Nov 19, 2025
Renfrew County Warden Peter Emon staying focused as successor race heats up
The County of Renfrew's outgoing warden says it's business as usual even as the race to replace him is on. Renfrew Reeve Peter Emon says other commitments, which would eat into what is, in his mind, a...
Nov 19, 2025 Renfrew County Warden Peter Emon and CAO Craig Kelley (County of Renfrew photo)
Renfrew's holiday magic returns: Lights, parade, and festive cheer await
Excitement is building as the town of Renfrew gets into a more festive spirit later this month. Janyne Fraser, the town's programs supervisor, is proud to be working with the Downtown Renfrew BIA and ...
Nov 19, 2025 Light of the Square 2024 enjoyed a bright, if snowless, evening as residents gathered to enjoy the start to the festive season outside Renfrew Town Hall (Downtown Renfrew BIA photo)
