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Naismith and McKenzie museum exhibits to remain in Almonte
The museum collections profiling the lives of two extraordinary Canadians will remain at the Mill of Kintail in Almonte. The Mississippi Val...
5h ago

What's good in Renfrew? Last chance to register for Zohr Family Funeral Home Remembrance Classic
There is still room to swing into the Civic Holiday long weekend by helping young grievers make important connections. The first-ever Zohr F...
6h ago

Community Futures CANTrade loans help Renfrew County entrepreneurs grow
Renfrew County Community Futures is touting the results of a new financing program helping to grow our local economy. Among the successes th...
7h ago

Renfrew promotes acting CAO Eric Withers to permanent position
The Town of Renfrew has chosen to hire from within in their hunt for a chief administrative officer. Acting CAO Eric Withers has been appoin...
9h ago

Special Weather Statement issued as rain hammers region
It's shaping up to be one of the wettest Julys on record. Environment Canada has issued a Special Weather Statement, warning of rainfall amo...
10h ago

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 Tuesday, July 28 as of 8:30 a....
14h ago

GROWING UP ON THE FARM: Joe Briscoe, Beedew Farms in Northcote
Daily life at Northcote's Beedew Farms has changed quite a bit for the Briscoe family. Since the hay day of their bee keeping operation, whi...
17h ago

The Renfrew 48
Here is a quick snapshot of what's happening around town the next 48 hours. TODAY: The Renfrew County Virtual Triage and Assessment Centre w...
17h ago

ATV driver seriously injured in North Algona Wilberforce rollover
A 31-year-old ATV driver suffered serious injuries following a rollover in North Algona Wilberforce on Saturday evening. The Upper Ottawa Va...
Jul 27, 2026

What's good in the Valley? Taste of the Valley returns for five-stop tour across Renfrew County
Renfrew County's showcase of the people, products, and experiences that make the region unique is ready for another tour of the Ottawa Valle...
Jul 27, 2026

Renfrew house fire deemed suspicious
Renfrew OPP are investigating a suspicious fire. The media release issued by the detachment doesn't identify the house involved, but fire of...
Jul 27, 2026

Sores and bumps on Northern Pike raise concerns in Golden Lake
Something concerning is happening in Golden Lake. The Natural Resources Department for the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan says there have been r...
Jul 27, 2026

RCDHU raises West Nile warning after Arnprior mosquitoes test positive
Local health officials have raised alarm over the discovery of West Nile virus in the Town of Arnprior. The Renfrew County and District Heal...
Jul 27, 2026

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 Monday, July 27 as of 8:30 a.m...
Jul 27, 2026

BREAKING: Early morning fire draws first responders to Renfrew home
An early morning fire has caused significant damage to a home along Bonnechere St. North in Renfrew. Renfrew Fire Chief Mike Guest says his ...
Jul 27, 2026

Free caregiver support sessions coming to Renfrew, Barry's Bay
Caregivers throughout the Ottawa Valley will have the chance to gain valuable tools with the help of two local hospitals. St. Francis Memori...
Jul 27, 2026

The Renfrew 48
Here is a quick snapshot of what's happening around town the next 48 hours. TODAY: Join the McNab/Braeside Weekly Paddle Group every Monday ...
Jul 27, 2026

What's good in the Valley? Parents, guardians gather to highlight impact of Community Living strike
Guardians of some of the most vulnerable residents in the Ottawa Valley gathered to share their stories with the community. Parents and care...
Jul 26, 2026

Pembroke father and son claim $1-million ENCORE lottery prize
A father and son from Pembroke are celebrating a $1-million lottery win after matching all seven ENCORE numbers in exact order in the May 9 ...
Jul 24, 2026

Airborne Petawawa helps set World Skydiving Day Record
Airborne Petawawa is celebrating its role in a new World Skydiving Day record achieved on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Skydivers around the worl...
Jul 24, 2026

Little League Minor Provincial Championship hits the Ottawa Valley this weekend
Young baseball players in Pembroke will have an opportunity to face off against seven teams from other communities outside of Ontario this w...
Jul 24, 2026

Provincewide child exploitation investigation leads to 63 arrests
A provincewide investigation targeting online child sexual exploitation has resulted in 63 arrests, 213 charges and the identification of 51...
Jul 24, 2026

Renfrew confirms water meter replacement notices are legitimate
Town staff in Renfrew are assuring residents that communications regarding the replacement of outdated water meters throughout town are legi...
Jul 24, 2026

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, July 24 as of 8:30 a.m...
Jul 24, 2026

The Renfrew 48
Here is a quick snapshot of what's happening around town the next 48 hours. TODAY: The Downtown Renfrew BIA presents the Heart of Renfrew Ma...
Jul 24, 2026

Ontario invests nearly $150,000 in seniors programs across Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke
The Ontario government is investing in eight projects across Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke through its Seniors Community Grant program, support...
Jul 24, 2026

What's good in the Valley? Renfrew's Art Factory prepares for biggest Art Fair yet this weekend
The Ottawa Valley's art scene continues to get plenty of love and attention as the Art Factory in Renfrew prepares for its annual art fair. ...
Jul 23, 2026

Boutique hotel opens in Renfrew's historic post office building
One of Renfrew's most recognizable landmarks has entered a new chapter. There is now a small boutique hotel operating on the upper floors of...
Jul 23, 2026

Special Olympics fundraisers may soon be knocking on Ottawa Valley Doors
The Ottawa Valley may soon find people canvassing their neighbourhoods on behalf of the Special Olympics. Special Olympics Renfrew has let t...
Jul 23, 2026

Highway 17 collision near Renfrew sends occupants to hospital
The Renfrew OPP says all of the occupants involved in the incident were transported to local hospital with non-life threatening injuries. Of...
Jul 23, 2026



