Local News Headlines
![](https://media-cdn.socastsrm.com/wordpress/wp-content/blogs.dir/773/files/2025/02/committee-of-adjustment.jpg)
Galilee Centre Severance Approved Late Friday, Clock Ticks on Appeal Process
The Town of Arnprior's Committee of Adjustment has approved a critical land severance, and the clock is ticking on the appeal process for th...
8h ago
![](https://media-cdn.socastsrm.com/wordpress/wp-content/blogs.dir/773/files/2025/02/oppwantedanderson.jpg)
One of two suspects in violent Pembroke home invasion captured
One of two suspects wanted in a violent Friday night home invasion in Pembroke has been captured. Upper Ottawa Valley Ontario Provincial Po...
8h ago
![](https://media-cdn.socastsrm.com/wordpress/wp-content/blogs.dir/773/files/2024/04/county-of-renfrew-logo-2020.jpg)
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Renfrew County welcomes new HART Hub
Renfrew County is honored to have been chosen by the Province of Ontario to host a new Homelessness and Addiction Recovery Treatment (HART) ...
8h ago
![](https://media-cdn.socastsrm.com/wordpress/wp-content/blogs.dir/773/files/2024/03/nir-myfm.png)
This week's trending stories on RenfrewToday.ca
As we look back on the week that was, here are our most-read stories on RenfrewToday.ca: Cobden's Civitan Club reeled in plenty of local ...
20h ago
![](https://media-cdn.socastsrm.com/wordpress/wp-content/blogs.dir/773/files/2024/12/the-48-17.png)
The Renfrew 48
TODAY: Trinity St. Andrew's United Church, 291 Plaunt St. S. is hosting a native plant workshop this Saturday from 12pm to 2pm. Please bring...
Feb 08, 2025
![](https://media-cdn.socastsrm.com/wordpress/wp-content/blogs.dir/773/files/2025/02/committee-of-adjustment.jpg)
Committee of Adjustment Approves Arnprior Severance Application
In an email received late this afternoon (4:28PM Friday February 7th), the Committee of Adjustment for the Town of Arnprior has approved the...
Feb 07, 2025
![](https://media-cdn.socastsrm.com/wordpress/wp-content/blogs.dir/773/files/2025/02/dr-appleyard.jpg)
Well-loved Renfrew physician being fondly remembered
Family, friends and the community are mourning the death of Dr. Craig Appleyard, a well-loved physician in Renfrew for many years. Dr. Appl...
Feb 07, 2025
![](https://media-cdn.socastsrm.com/wordpress/wp-content/blogs.dir/773/files/2019/07/snowmobile-good-2019.jpg)
OPP and OFSC stress snowmobile safety
As Ontario Snowmobile Safety Week approaches, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC) are ...
Feb 07, 2025
![](https://media-cdn.socastsrm.com/wordpress/wp-content/blogs.dir/773/files/2025/02/meeting-chairs-scaled.jpg)
Local ag groups set to host all-candidates meeting for provincial Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke candidates
Local voters will have a chance to hear from provincial election candidates at a meeting in Cobden next week. The Renfrew County Federation...
Feb 07, 2025
![](https://media-cdn.socastsrm.com/wordpress/wp-content/blogs.dir/773/files/2025/02/audience.jpg)
Arnprior Committee Hears Land Severance Application, but Adjourns Without Decision
When you get a crowd of civic-minded people together and meet your neighbours there, you know you're in the right place, and Wednesday it wa...
Feb 07, 2025
Local Weather
Local News Headlines Continued
![](https://media-cdn.socastsrm.com/wordpress/wp-content/blogs.dir/773/files/2024/06/gaspumps-800x450.jpg)
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, Feb. 7 as of 8:30 a.m., according to gasbuddy.com . ARNPRIOR Ultramar and On the Run, Madawaska Boulevard $1...
Feb 07, 2025
![](https://media-cdn.socastsrm.com/wordpress/wp-content/blogs.dir/773/files/2024/08/schoolbus-1-800x450.jpg)
Snow squall disrupts bus services in Renfrew County, Zone 4 Madawaska Affected
The Renfrew County Joint Transportation Consortium has cancelled bus services for Zone 4 Madawaska this morning as part of Renfrew County's deal with the aftermath of last night's snow squall. Clean-up efforts are underway on loca...
Feb 07, 2025
![](https://media-cdn.socastsrm.com/wordpress/wp-content/blogs.dir/773/files/2024/09/the-48-147-800x450.png)
The Renfrew 48
Here's what's going on in Renfrew over the next 48 hours. TODAY:Ottawa Valley Air Paddle will be onsite at Calabogie Peaks this Friday for you to demo and try their amazing collection of high-performance HEAD Skis. They ...
Feb 07, 2025
![](https://media-cdn.socastsrm.com/wordpress/wp-content/blogs.dir/773/files/2025/02/blowingsnow-800x450.jpg)
Environment Canada issues Thursday night snow squall watch for parts of Renfrew County
There is a snow squall watch in effect for Renfrew, Arnprior and Calabogie this evening. Environment Canada officials say brief, intense snowfall is expected to develop late this evening (Thursday, Feb. 6) and after midnight. &...
Feb 07, 2025
![](https://media-cdn.socastsrm.com/wordpress/wp-content/blogs.dir/773/files/2025/02/511-petawawafeb6-719x450.jpg)
UPDATE: HIGHWAY REOPENED - Serious collision closes Highway 17 near Petawawa
*** UPDATE: The highway reopened around 10 p.m. Highway 17 near Petawawa is closed in both directions this evening following a reported multi-vehicle collision. Emergency crews were called to the scene around 5 p.m. on Thursday, ...
Feb 07, 2025
![](https://media-cdn.socastsrm.com/wordpress/wp-content/blogs.dir/773/files/2025/02/douglas-ff2-800x450.jpg)
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: 50th Frosty Fun in Douglas features fireworks, friends and family activities
The Douglas Recreation Committee is all set to host the 50th Frosty Fun winter carnival this weekend and it's shaping up to be one of the best yet. The weather has been perfect, and the outdoor rink is in great condition, says Je...
Feb 06, 2025
![](https://media-cdn.socastsrm.com/wordpress/wp-content/blogs.dir/773/files/2024/12/opp-logo-795x450.png)
Human remains found after fire in Bancroft home
Human remains were discovered following a residential fire in Bancroft on Tuesday, February 4. The fire broke out on Meadow Court shortly after 8:00 p.m., prompting a quick response from emergency services, including officers from...
Feb 06, 2025
![](https://media-cdn.socastsrm.com/wordpress/wp-content/blogs.dir/773/files/2020/09/schoolbus.jpg)
School bus collides with minivan in Admaston/Bromley: 12 students unharmed
Police in Admaston/Bromley are trying to make sense of a Thursday morning crash involving a school bus. Officers were called to the intersection of Snake River Line and Stoqua Creek Road at around 7:50 in the morning on Thursday, ...
Feb 06, 2025
![](https://media-cdn.socastsrm.com/wordpress/wp-content/blogs.dir/773/files/2025/02/canadaflag-800x450.jpg)
'Significant economic challenges': Upper Ottawa Valley Chamber solicits feedback in wake of tariff talks
U.S. President Donald Trump may have agreed to hold off on imposing tariffs on Canada and Mexico for 30 days, but the potential of a damaging trade war continues to be top of mind for many. Officials from the Upper Ottawa Valley ...
Feb 06, 2025
![](https://media-cdn.socastsrm.com/wordpress/wp-content/blogs.dir/773/files/2024/12/opp-logo-795x450.png)
American driver faces impaired driving charges in the Valley
An American driver is facing serious charges after a driving complaint led to a traffic stop in the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) area on February 3. At around 2:30 p.m., the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to reports of a p...
Feb 06, 2025
![](https://media-cdn.socastsrm.com/wordpress/wp-content/blogs.dir/773/files/2025/02/3rdbattallion-royal-canadian-regiment-800x450.jpg)
Military on the move this Friday between Petawawa, Calabogie
Keep your eyes peeled this Friday for military vehicles and personnel that are part of Exercise Gothic Drive, practicing convoy operations along roads in the Ottawa Valley between Petawawa and Calabogie. Officials say soldiers fr...
Feb 06, 2025
![](https://media-cdn.socastsrm.com/wordpress/wp-content/blogs.dir/773/files/2025/02/presidents-club-800x446.jpg)
Local Presidents take the spotlight today, on the President's Club on 96.1 myFM
96.1 myFM is shining a light on the leaders of local community service clubs. Throughout the day, we're featuring the presidents of groups like the Rotary Club, Lions Club, and the Legion. Each major newscast highlights a differ...
Feb 06, 2025
![](https://media-cdn.socastsrm.com/wordpress/wp-content/blogs.dir/773/files/2020/03/Gas-Pump-3-800x450.jpg)
Today's gas prices in the Ottawa Valley
Here's our daily look at the cost of fuel across the Ottawa Valley. Stations in Arnprior are seeing a significant jump from yesterday's prices. We've compiled the list of gas prices on Thursday, Feb. 6 as of 8:30 a.m., according...
Feb 06, 2025
![](https://media-cdn.socastsrm.com/wordpress/wp-content/blogs.dir/773/files/2025/02/prez-club-rotary-800x450.jpg)
THE PRESIDENT'S CLUB: Christine Jarrett
Christine Jarrett, president of the Renfrew Rotary Club, has been involved with the club for about 10 years. She first got involved as a 'Friend of Rotary,' a component of the organization that allows community members to support...
Feb 06, 2025
![](https://media-cdn.socastsrm.com/wordpress/wp-content/blogs.dir/773/files/2025/02/waynebennett-800x450.jpg)
THE PRESIDENT'S CLUB: Wayne Bennett
If you've been to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 550 in Cobden anytime in the last several years, chances are you've seen president Wayne Bennett. A member since 2006, Bennett began his executive role as sports officer and clim...
Feb 06, 2025
![](https://media-cdn.socastsrm.com/wordpress/wp-content/blogs.dir/773/files/2025/02/johnston-lions-club-800x450.jpg)
THE PRESIDENT'S CLUB: James Johnston
The Renfrew Lions Club was once one of the largest of its kind across the Ottawa Valley, boasting dozens of service-minded people with a common desire to make the community a better place to live. While their numbers have eroded i...
Feb 06, 2025