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The Renfrew 48
TODAY: The Renfrew Lions Club will be collecting food and financial donations for the Renfrew and District Food Bank on Saturday, April 12 f...
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"I'm speechless": Braeside's Kaden McGregor picked first overall in 2025 OHL Draft
Kaden McGregor has made another major stride in his hockey career - being selected first overall in the 2025 OHL Priority Selection. McGrego...
Apr 11, 2025

Flood risk warning issued for Renfrew County
The Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) has issued a Watershed Conditions Statement - Water Safety for the region. This advisory is in effec...
Apr 11, 2025

Identity of Morrison Road fire victim released
The identity of one of the victims of a fire on Morrison Road last Thursday has been released. Artie Fraser was one of two pronounced dead ...
Apr 11, 2025

Suspect in Renfrew arrest reportedly involved in disturbance before fleeing, hiding: SIU
A suspect arrested in an incident involving police use of a less lethal firearm was reportedly involved in a domestic disturbance before he ...
Apr 11, 2025

Miss Pringle's Mini-Skirt hits the road for a fun-filled spring tour!
Stone Fence Theatre is taking its hit production, Miss Pringle's Mini-Skirt, on a five-community tour this spring, bringing the nostalgic mu...
Apr 11, 2025

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, April 11:30 as of 8 a....
Apr 11, 2025

Suspected cocaine seized, four charged during traffic stop in Pembroke
Four area residents are facing drug charges after members of the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)...
Apr 11, 2025

The Renfrew 48
Here's what's going on in Renfrew over the next 48 hours. TODAY: Enterprise Renfrew County is hosting a special Business Basics for Newco...
Apr 11, 2025

Algonquin College students barking up the right trees as climbing competition comes to campus
Students from the Urban Forestry-Arboriculture program at Algonquin College's Pembroke Campus will showcase their tree-climbing skills in a ...
Apr 11, 2025

SIU investigating after police in Renfrew discharge anti-riot weapon during arrest
The province's Special Investigations Unit (SIU) has invoked its mandate following the arrest of an individual in Renfrew on Thursday, April...
Apr 11, 2025

'Speeding will cost you': Police charge driver clocked going more than 50 kms over limit on White Lake Road
Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) from the Renfrew Detachment are cautioning the public about the potential hefty price tag if you're caught s...
Apr 10, 2025

What's Good in Renfrew? Sledge hockey legend Lou Mulvihill honoured where It all began - In Renfrew
Renfrew's myFM Centre is now the home of a permanent tribute to one of parasport's great innovators. Members of the community joined Renfrew...
Apr 10, 2025

Pembroke OATC Member Creates Rapid Test to Catch Fake Fentanyl Patches
Fentanyl, a synthetic opioid significantly more potent than morphine, has been central to the opioid crisis in Canada. Its misuse has led to...
Apr 10, 2025

Why Not Enjoy a Family Film in Arnprior Sunday?
Nothing excites Save the Grove Again Committee Chair Lacey Smith more than trees, but perhaps second on her list: films about trees. They ar...
Apr 10, 2025

Election Sign Showdown: Renfrew warns candidates to follow the rules
The Town of Renfrew is asking the people vying for our local seat at Parliament Hill to take it easy with their signage. Town staff are remi...
Apr 10, 2025

VALLEY VOTES: Seth Malina: Independent candidate, independent thinker
At almost twenty-three years old, he won't break any records for youngest elected rep locally, but Seth Malina says having a purpose doesn't...
Apr 10, 2025

Car or Cash on the line as Jeep Adventure Lottery returns to Arnprior Regional Health
A major fundraising initiative for the Arnprior Regional Health Foundation is the Jeep Adventure Lottery, now in its fifth year running. The...
Apr 10, 2025

VALLEY VOTES: Randy Briand is your United Party of Canada candidate
If you're considering voting for the first name you see on the Algonquin-Renfrew-Pembroke ballot, it may also be valuable to know how to pro...
Apr 10, 2025

Don't miss your chance to vote! Here's what you need to know about casting your ballot
With the federal election now less than 20 days away, many Canadians are expected to cast their ballots ahead of time. There are a number o...
Apr 10, 2025

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 Thursday, April 10 as of 8 a.m...
Apr 10, 2025

Valley Veteran takes on 4x4x48 Challenge: running for a cure for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
Duane Allen, a military veteran and dedicated father, is inspiring change through his determination to fight Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DM...
Apr 10, 2025

The Renfrew 48
Here's what's going on in Renfrew over the next 48 hours. TODAY: The Town of Renfrew invites you to join them at the myFM Centre's BEI Ar...
Apr 10, 2025

Timely tendering yields substantial savings for Town of Arnprior
What's good in Arnprior today, is some topical information about an upcoming road project; how do we know it's good? Well, we just have to l...
Apr 10, 2025

What's Good in Renfrew? Jessica Forgie's journey from Burnstown to Boston: A marathon of dedication
She's going the distance; she's going for speed. Burnstown runner Jessica Forgie will be among the 30,000 people making the journey to this ...
Apr 09, 2025

Renfrew County Farmers Union pivots after local federal election candidate debate plans falter
Is the tradition of hearing from election candidates at public debates going by the wayside? That's the question being raised by Marshall B...
Apr 09, 2025

Ontario urges residents to protect oak trees from oak wilt
Ontario residents are being urged to avoid pruning oak trees during the no-pruning season, which runs from now until November. Pruning or da...
Apr 09, 2025

OPP investigating criminal mischief in Killaloe
The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a criminal act of mischief in Killaloe. On ...
Apr 09, 2025

Taste of the Valley is on its way!
The County of Renfrew is excited to announce the host municipalities, locations, and dates for the 2025 and 2026 Taste of the Valley events....
Apr 09, 2025

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, April 9 as of 8:30 ...
Apr 09, 2025