Category Archives: 96.1 myFM Local News
Local leaders say Federal budget helps-but housing crisis needs all hands on deck
The region's municipal leaders are pleased to see some of their concerns reflected in the federal budget. The Eastern Ontario Wardens' Caucus, which represents 103 municipalities including the County ...
Nov 17, 2025 iriana88w / Depositphotos.com
Renfrew's Alan Letang relieved of duties as Sarnia Sting head coach
One of Renfrew's closest ties to Major Junior hockey has been let go by his club. The Sarnia Sting have announced that Head Coach Alan Letang has been relieved of his duties effective immediately, cit...
Nov 17, 2025 (Photo Credit: Sarnia Sting)
Today's gas prices in the Ottawa Valley
Here's our daily look at the cost of fuel across the Ottawa Valley. We've compiled the list of gas prices on Friday, November 17th, as of 8:30 a.m., according to gasbuddy.com. ARNPRIOR Ultramar and On...
Nov 17, 2025
Pool and spa trade school in the Ottawa Valley is first of it's kind in Ontario
Every now and then a truly great idea comes along and the latest instance of that can be found right here in Pembroke. Matt Fraser is the President of the newly formed "Pool and Spa Trade School" and ...
Nov 17, 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 17, 2025
OPP issues stern warning after hunters caught with loaded firearms in vehicles
The Ontario Provincial Police is warning hunters and the public about the serious dangers and legal consequences of transporting loaded firearms. Under Ontario's Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act, ha...
Nov 17, 2025
What's good in Renfrew? A shared kitchen that could spark a province-wide movement
The leaders behind a debuting effort to keep food out of local dumps say Renfrew Collegiate Institute was the perfect choice to go first. Representatives from the Renfrew County District School Board,...
Nov 16, 2025
The Renfrew 48
Here is a quick snapshot of what's happening around town the next 48 hours. NOVEMBER: Renfrew Legion Branch 148 has been selected as the recipient of this year's Tim Hortons Smile Cookie campaign from...
Nov 15, 2025
County councillors Michael Donohue and Jennifer Murphy nominated for 2026 Warden
Today the County of Renfrew announced Admaston/Bromley Mayor Michael Donohue and Bonnechere Valley Mayor Jennifer Murphy have both been nominated for the 2026 Warden position. The Warden acts as the h...
Nov 14, 2025 Admaston/Bromley Mayor Michael Donohue (left) and Bonnechere Valley Mayor Jennifer Murphy (right) | Photo Credit: County of Renfrew
First Valley outlet for First Choice Haircutters celebrates 25th Anniversary Saturday
First Choice Haircutters may not have been the VERY first Canadian Haircutting franchise, but it was among those leading the pack- and the first to popularize the "No Appointment Necessary" concept. K...
Nov 14, 2025
