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Canadian Army tells Ottawa Valley to brace for a busier weekend on local roads
Don't be surprised if you see a convoy of military green rolling through the Ottawa Valley over the weekend. The Canadian Army will be sendi...
12m ago
Renfrew's Kale Osipenko not sweating the long wait for his call to the OHL
It took until the second day, but the Ontario Hockey League did come calling for Renfrew's Kale Osipenko. Kale, a goaltender who put up stel...
11h ago
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Spring Edition of Ottawa Valley Market Comes to Arnprior April 27th
The Ottawa Valley Market is coming to Arnprior. The Ottawa Valley Market- Spring Theme edition, Saturday April 27th from 10AM to 3PM at Arnp...
12h ago
Gas is going up: Stations here and across Ontario to see 14 cent bump
Gas prices in Renfrew County and Eastern Ontario are set to increase to levels not seen since August of 2022, when more of the country eased...
19h ago
Lanark County Publishes Road Construction Agenda
Lanark County Public Works plans to complete pavement preservation on 17 kilometres of roads this year, with rehabilitation scheduled for 27...
20h ago
Group to Ask County to Inaugurate A Climate Committee
The Kitchissippi-Ottawa Valley Chapter of the Council of Canadians is carrying forward its Earth Day action to Wednesday of next week, at th...
20h ago
'The 48': Don't miss events in Arnprior and area
Good Morning! Here is a quick snapshot of what's happening around town in the next 48 hours. Test your knowledge with Cold Bear Trivia at th...
23h ago
Price of gas expected to jump overnight Thursday into Friday
The president of an advocacy group says the cost of gas at Ontario pumps will increase to a level the province has not seen in nearly two ye...
23h ago
Last chance to win big and aid animals with Ontario SPCA Lottery
With the Ontario SPCA Spring Draws for Paws 50/50 Lottery's Grand Prize draw just over a week away, participants have the chance to win over...
Apr 18, 2024
Register today for the Renfrew County 55-Plus Summer Games
If you are 55 or older and would like to compete in the District 5 Renfrew County 55-Plus Summer Games, it's time to get registered. Events...
Apr 18, 2024
"The right spot": Renfrew's Kent Greer finds perfect fit during OHL Draft
He didn't have to wait too long, but Renfrew's Kent Greer says it was definitely a relief to hear his name announced at the recent Ontario H...
Apr 17, 2024
Fight against auto theft HEATing up in Renfrew
Did you know that a professional auto thief can steal your vehicle in just 30 seconds - without the key? Renfrew's police board and the Ren...
Apr 17, 2024
Renfrew County District School Board set to host virtual job fair for post-secondary students
Attention college and university students coming home for break, there are job opportunities available with the Renfrew County District Scho...
Apr 17, 2024
Pembroke District of the MNRF issued Flood Watch for region
The Pembroke District of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry has issued a Flood Watch for the region. The move comes after close ...
Apr 17, 2024
'After taking evasive action': Police seek witnesses of crash on Highway 17 in Laurentian Valley
Three people were sent to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries following a rollover crash on Highway 17 near Forest Lea Road in Laure...
Apr 17, 2024
Upper Ottawa Valley Chamber of Commerce unveils bursary
The Upper Ottawa Valley Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce its inaugural bursary program designed for graduating secondary school st...
Apr 17, 2024
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Provincial Accountability Act Moves Forward With Local Input
Once upon a time it was a rare event that internal conflict at the municipal council table made headlines; there was the Louis Antonakos sit...
Apr 17, 2024
The 48; Don't Miss Events in Arnprior and Area
Non-resident Registration Day for Town of Arnprior Summer Camps is today- Wednesday April 17th. A variety of Full Day Programs is on offer. ...
Apr 17, 2024
Local MP believes Prime Minister ignores what will work for Canadians in 2024 budget
Forty billion dollars in new spending- and all kinds of goodies in many many categories could be viewed as akin to walking into a luxury car...
Apr 17, 2024
Big Spending Federal Budget Aims to Please- Extends Horizons to the Far-off Future
Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland introduced the proposed 2024 federal budget Tuesday. In hopes of building nearly 3.9 million new homes ac...
Apr 17, 2024
Here are some of the highlights from the 2024 Federal Budget
The 2024 federal budget will provide "generational fairness" to younger Canadians by raising taxes on those who have already capit...
Apr 16, 2024
Join the Dance for Maeve and help Renfrew's young cancer fighter beat the odds
A young Renfrew resident has been the talk of the town as her family gets ready to kick cancer to the curb. But who is Maeve, and what are f...
Apr 16, 2024
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Silent Auction Component of Arnprior's Walk for Dog Guides Cancelled for Now
May 11th is the local date for the Walk for Dog Guides Event, sponsored by Pet Valu in both Arnprior and Renfrew. The Arnprior Lions Club is...
Apr 16, 2024
Renfrew/Arnprior OPP bring the HEAT in the fight against auto theft
The effort to curb auto theft in Renfrew, Arnprior and across Eastern Ontario just got a huge boost. The Renfrew Police Services Board, alo...
Apr 16, 2024
Tropical fish, cash stolen from Beachburg restaurant
Tropical fish from an aquarium and a quantity of cash are missing following a recent break-in at a Beachburg restaurant. The Upper Ottawa V...
Apr 16, 2024
The 48; Don't Miss Events in Arnprior and Area
Thanking You for What You Do! The Municipality of Mississippi Mills is inviting you to Volunteer Appreciation Night at the Almonte Civitan H...
Apr 16, 2024
2024 Federal budget to be released Tuesday afternoon
Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland is finally set to present the federal budget in the House of Commons on Tuesday afternoon, showcasing how...
Apr 16, 2024
National week dedicated to the vital role of Renfrew County's 9-1-1 dispatchers
This week is your chance to show appreciation for the backbone of emergency response in the County of Renfrew. National Public Safety Teleco...
Apr 15, 2024
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: The Key Role Played By Dispatch is Recognized with a Week of Its Own
This week is your chance to show appreciation for the backbone of emergency response in the County of Renfrew. National Public Safety Teleco...
Apr 15, 2024
RVH hit with case of déjà vu as Catch the Ace Lottery 5 wraps up early, again
Well, the good news is that Renfrew Victoria Hospital's Catch the Ace Take 5 lasted twice as long this time around. Patti Dillabough, Execut...
Apr 15, 2024