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What's open and closed for Good Friday
It's Good Friday, which means a number of Renfrew businesses will take a step back to observe the national holiday. Walmart, Giant Tiger, Re...
5h ago
Something for every-bunny at host of Easter events in Arnprior, Renfrew
If you're looking for something to do this weekend to get out and celebrate Easter, you have choices! There are plenty of events on offer in...
5h ago
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...
11h ago
'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...
19h 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...
Mar 28, 2024
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...
Mar 28, 2024
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...
Mar 28, 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. Connexions Resource Centre welcomes you to join...
Mar 28, 2024
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...
Mar 28, 2024
Just how is the date for Easter determined?
Last year Easter Sunday fell on April 9th. In 2022 it was April 16th. 2021, March 28th. That begs the question, just how is the date for Eas...
Mar 28, 2024
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
"Still a lot of work to be done": Mayor of Renfrew responds following calls for resignation
Renfrew's Mayor is making it clear: he is not resigning. Mayor Tom Sidney, facing a second request from council to step down from his role f...
Mar 27, 2024
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 r...
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 N...
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...
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, "...
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 ...
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 Fri...
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 Seam...
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 Administ...
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 presid...
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 ...
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 Lamontag...
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 ...
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 th...
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 Br...
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 conferenc...
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 dissemina...
Mar 26, 2024
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Chef's journey to discover unique flavours takes him to the Ottawa Valley
A mouth-watering documentary series will make one of its first stops in the Ottawa Valley. Renfrew's Manitou Bistro will host chef Douglas L...
Mar 25, 2024