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Renfrew Wolves head home on the back foot after heartbreaker in Rockland
Despite a valiant effort, the Renfrew Wolves are now on the back foot in their first-round CCHL Playoff series with the Rockland Nationals a...
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'Unseasonably dry': Partial burn bans in effect in Whitewater Region, Laurentian Valley
Whitewater Region and Laurentian Valley townships are among the growing number of municipalities with partial burn bans in effect. "Du...
9h ago
Over a year later - the search continues for Diego Sarria
It's been over a year since 54-year-old Diego Sarria went missing and the search continues. Sarria was last seen in the Kanata area on the a...
14h ago
Four Ontario School Boards suing parent companies of Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat and TikTok
Four of Ontario's largest school boards are suing the parent companies of Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat and TikTok alleging the social media...
15h ago
Greater Madawaska enacts Level 1 Fire Ban
A Level 1 Fire Ban is now in effect in Greater Madawaska. "As departments throughout the county continue to battle grass and brush fir...
19h ago
'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. Connexions Resource Centre welcomes you to join...
19h ago
Help wanted to bring the party to summer events in Renfrew
The warming weather means local musicians are gearing up for another busy outdoor concert schedule in Renfrew. The town has put out a call f...
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Just how is the date for Easter determined?
Last year Easter Sunday fell on April 9th. In 2022 it was March 16th. 2021, March 28th. That begs the question, just how is the date for Eas...
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COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Total solar eclipse capturing the imagination of the Ottawa Valley's young astronomers
The upcoming solar eclipse is capturing the imagination of the Ottawa Valley's young astronomy buffs, even if we won't get the full experien...
Mar 27, 2024
Renfrew's Town Hall, library closed for Easter
The Easter long weekend is just about upon us and, as such, there are some municipal closures for the public to keep in mind. "Town ha...
Mar 27, 2024
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Another wanted man also has ties to the Ottawa Valley says R.O.P.E squad
The Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (R.O.P.E.) Squad is again asking for our help in finding a wanted man on a Canada-wide warrant as a result of a breach of his statutory release. 21-year-old Connor Murdock is described as an ...
Mar 27, 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 Art Factory latest exhibit, "Must Be Nice," continues its run this week. Featuring 12 talented artists with over 140 works ...
Mar 27, 2024
Renfrew's Mayor asked once again to resign over Ma-te-Way Expansion findings
Renfrew's Town Council has reaffirmed its position on the status of Mayor Tom Sidney. Council voted 5 to 1 in favour of requesting the Mayor resign from his position due to what the passed motion describes as "serious incompe...
Mar 27, 2024
Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke MPP breaks down 2024 provincial budget
Facing no fewer financial constraints than the rest of us, Provincial Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy has titled his 2024 Budget, "Building a Better Ontario". The document was released Tuesday and highlights include:...
Mar 26, 2024
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Douglas basketball player celebrates repeat national championship with Carleton Ravens
It's a moment she'll never forget, and she's been fortunate enough to experience it twice. Douglas' Kinly Rice is a member of the Carleton University Ravens basketball team, which recently earned the U Sports national championshi...
Mar 26, 2024
Girls' Night Out in Renfrew coming up in April
Ladies, mark your calendars, your turn for a fun night out is just around the corner. The 16th annual Girls' Night Out is scheduled for Friday, April 12 at the Renfrew Wing and, with all vendor spaces booked, it's promising to be...
Mar 26, 2024
Arnprior's Convergence Design Services are State-of-the-Art at What They Do
Today we continue our presentation on Convergence Design Services of Arnprior, through an on-site interview recorded with president Ben Seamen who returned to assume the role in 2019, marking his second stint with the firm. Conver...
Mar 26, 2024
myFM Centre nearing full occupancy as final pieces fall into place
People making use of the myFM Centre's new walking track will soon have an added spring in their step, according to Renfrew's Chief Administrative Officer. The town is finalizing the partnership and lease agreements with the BAFN,...
Mar 26, 2024
'We're digging in': Strike at Magellan Haley plant continues
It's day 6 of the ongoing strike at the Magellan Aerospace plant in Haleys and spirits on the picket line remain high, says the union president. Jennifer McMaster, president of Local 4820 United Steelworkers, said there has so fa...
Mar 26, 2024
Friends and family continue their search for missing 29-year-old
The Ottawa Valley is continuing their search for one of their own. 29-year-old Brianna from Pembroke has been missing since August. Friends and family are determined to bring her home. Brianna was last seen in Petawawa on August 1...
Mar 26, 2024
Automated Kayak Rentals Coming to Waba Cottage Museum and Gardens in White Lake
A new self-serve amenity is landing at the Waba Cottage Museum and Gardens in White Lake. McNab-Braeside Recreation Director Andrea Lamontagne, in her submission to Township Council March 19th says "Kayakomat", the autom...
Mar 26, 2024
Arnprior Grandfathers Existing Anomalies, Rejects New Concrete Pad for Carss Street Residence
Arnprior Council has considered there should be reasonable limits to grandfathered encroachments in the community. At its municipal meeting of March 25th, elected representatives rejected a proposed special by-law for 73 Carss Str...
Mar 26, 2024
"One Night, One Party, $10,000": What is 96.1 myFM's big announcement?
After plenty of speculation in Renfrew, myFM's big secret has been revealed. My Broadcasting Corporation President Jon Pole tells myFM in the Morning about what's coming to the myFM Centre on Saturday, May 25th. Tickets will be av...
Mar 26, 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. Ottawa Valley Biz Connect hosts it's monthly Breakfast networking event this Tuesday from 8-9 a.m. at the Bonnechere Bakery and Bistro, 2...
Mar 26, 2024
Ontario to extend gas tax rate cuts
Premier Doug Ford announced on Monday that the Ontario Government plans to extend the existing gas and fuel tax rate cuts. A press conference yesterday, he made the announcement on the heels of a federal carbon tax increase slated...
Mar 26, 2024
Aerospace Reimagined From the Inside Boosts Arnprior Thought-to-Product Enterprise
A podcast with the Ottawa Business Journal, Techopia Live, introduced us to Convergence Design Services of Arnprior. The March 8th dissemination touted a company experiencing rapid growth in developing fields, and poised for futur...
Mar 26, 2024