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Renfrew OPP investigates two-Car collision on Highway 17; Driver charged for unsafe turn
An unsafe turn along Highway 17 is being blamed for a two-car crash that hampered traffic on Tuesday night. The Renfrew OPP was called to th...
22m ago
Lions Club rebuilding in Renfrew, starting with food drive to support local families
Don't call it a comeback; the Renfrew Lion's Club has been here for years, and hope to keep it that way. Diana Laroque says the volunteer or...
1h ago
Ontario government unveils bold health care reform with More Convenient Care Act
The Ontario government has introduced the More Convenient Care Act, 2024, designed to improve access to health care and strengthen the syste...
2h ago
Police in Pikwakanagan lay charges after traffic stop catches barred driver
The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment has charged a driver with several offences following a traffic stop on November 29. At approximatel...
4h ago
Renfrew County Animal Centre wants to help find your furry friend this holiday season!
This holiday season, the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society is launching its iAdopt for the Holidays campaign, aiming to find homes for 500 ani...
4h ago
Four of the 2024 Rural Change Makers hail from Renfrew County
It's clear there is no shortage of passionate young leaders in Renfrew County with four of the recently announced Rural Ontario Institute (R...
6h ago
Prepare for December's winter blast: OPP reminds drivers to stay safe in snowy conditions
A blast of winter weather to welcome in December. Sgt. Ed Sanchuk with the OPP is reminding drivers that, if significant snow is in the fore...
6h 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 Wednesday, Dec. 3 as of 8:30 a...
7h ago
Laurentian Valley releases 2025 draft budget for public review
The Township of Laurentian Valley has officially begun the second round of deliberations for its 2025 budget, and the draft budget is now op...
9h ago
The Renfrew 48
Here's what's going on in Renfrew over the next 48 hours. Stuff to do: TODAY: RCI's Visual Arts Department is looking forward to hosti...
10h ago
Local Weather
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Winter weather travel advisory in place for parts of the Ottawa Valley Wednesday
Our first true blast of wintry weather is likely on its way Wednesday. Tuesday afternoon, Environment Canada issued a winter weather travel advisory for Wednesday and Wednesday evening, reporting that five-to-10 centimetres of sn...
Dec 03, 2024
Police issue 10 tickets, 2 warnings in 30-minute blitz in McNab-Braeside
It was a fruitful day for officers from the Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP). It only took 30 minutes for officers to issue 10 provincial offence notices and two warnings for speeding this weekend on Camp...
Dec 03, 2024
Canadian Army Reserve conducting driver training on Ottawa-Petawawa route
Canadian Army Reserve soldiers from 33 Canadian Brigade Group will be conducting driver training for the G Wagon - Light Utility Vehicle Wheeled (LUVW) between November 30 and December 23. The training will take place on provincia...
Dec 03, 2024
OPP seeks help in locating stolen Jeep
The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment is requesting the public's assistance in locating a stolen Jeep. On November 28, just after 6:30 a.m., OPP received a report that a 2018 black Jeep Wrangler had been stolen from the drivewa...
Dec 03, 2024
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, Dec. 3 as of 8:30 a.m., according to gasbuddy.com . ARNPRIOR Ultramar and On the Run, Madawaska Boulevard $...
Dec 03, 2024
Giving Tuesday at RVH: MBC President reaffirms support despite financial investigation concerns
The driving force behind Giving Tuesday at Renfrew Victoria Hospital is still all in on supporting them, even amid an investigation. My Broadcasting Corporation President and long-time supporter of the RVH Foundation, Jon Pole, sa...
Dec 03, 2024
The Renfrew 48
Here's what's going on in Renfrew over the next 48 hours. Stuff to do: TODAY: Renfrew Victoria Hospital is ready for their GIVING TUESDAY Match campaign, Tuesday, December 3rd. The RVH Foundation is excited to share the news...
Dec 03, 2024
OPP responds to multiple domestic disputes in the Valley
The Upper Ottawa Valley Detachment responded to 28 domestic disputes between November 12 and November 18. During this period, several individuals were charged with violating release conditions linked to Intimate Partner Violence (...
Dec 03, 2024
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Willis College expands successful PSW training program to meet Ottawa Valley care needs
A new program that's already filling a need in the Ottawa Valley's long-term care homes is doing so well, they're ready for a second run. Willis College's Arnprior branch is ready to take in new applicants for their Living Classro...
Dec 02, 2024
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Town of Renfrew offering free clinics, fitness and dance classes in December
Hey Ottawa Valley residents, want to try out a class or activity before committing? The Town is offering a variety of free clinics, fitness, and dance classes to give you a chance to try before committing to the full sessions sta...
Dec 02, 2024
Canada Post strike costs Canadian small businesses $76 million per day: CFIB
The Canada Post strike, now two weeks in, has cost the small- and medium-sized business sector at least $765 million or $76.6 million each business day. At this rate, if the strike is not immediately resolved, it will have cost t...
Dec 02, 2024
Renfrew Wolves trade leadership for future with Joshua Penney deal to Rockland Nationals
The Renfrew Wolves are signaling a look to the future as they trade away another core piece of their roster. The Wolves announced on Monday afternoon that captain Joshua Penney has been dealt to the Rockland Nationals in exchange ...
Dec 02, 2024
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, Dec. 2 as of 8:30 a.m., according to gasbuddy.com . ARNPRIOR Ultramar and On the Run, Madawaska Boulevard $1...
Dec 02, 2024
Cyber Monday deals come with risks: OPP warns of porch theft and fake sites
It's Cyber Monday, and while this weekend might have had people out and about shopping - today many are doing a lot of shopping from the comfort of their own home. Constable Andrew Gamble says that means over the next couple of we...
Dec 02, 2024
Canada Post's latest proposal aims to break impasse with striking workers
Canada Post has presented the union representing striking postal workers with a framework to reach negotiated agreements. A statement issued by Canada Post yesterday over the weekend said it includes proposals to bring greater fle...
Dec 02, 2024
Renfrew County honours local heroes with 2024 Community Service Awards
The recipient of the individual award was Dan Poole from Whitewater Region. Nominated by Kathy Black, Poole has dedicated countless hours to raising awareness and educating the public about water management along the Ottawa River ...
Dec 02, 2024