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Renfrew approves MOU for new 40-unit modular housing development

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Renfrew approves MOU for new 40-unit modular housing development

A new modular housing development is moving ahead in Renfrew, following town council’s approval of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Renfrew County for a 40-unit build at 470 Albert Street, near Bonnechere Manor. “This is a great project,” said Coun. Jason Legris. “It’s another step in the right direction to get the well-needed housing.” Units are expected to cost approximately $2,100 per month. Director of Development and Environment Eri…See the Story

Renfrew OPP lay multiple charges after unwanted person call

Renfrew, Ontario · Renfrew

Renfrew OPP lay multiple charges after unwanted person call

A 66-year-old woman is facing multiple charges after Renfrew OPP responded to an unwanted person call on Mason Avenue. Police were called to the scene around 9 a.m. on Friday, June 27th. Following an investigation, the accused was arrested and charged with seven counts of failing to comply with a probation order, two counts of mischief over $5,000, and one count of theft under $5,000. The accused was held in custody for a bail hearing.Read Article

County of Renfrew Construction Update – July 2025

Renfrew, Ontario · Renfrew

County of Renfrew Construction Update – July 2025

The County of Renfrew wants to keep you up to date on our progress The County of Renfrew is continuing to provide monthly updates on upcoming, ongoing, and completed construction projects on our roads and bridges throughout 2025. The update for July, 2025 has been posted to the County website at the link below: https://www.countyofrenfrew.on.ca/en/living-here/resources/Documents/Construction-Updates/2025/County-Construction-Update—July-2025.pdf …Read Article

What’s good in Renfrew: ‘Pretty awesome’: Renfrew super volunteer thankful for recent awards

Mike Wright has been helping others since he was a teen and those efforts recently landed him a couple of pretty special awards. The 25-year Renfrew Collegiate Institute (RCI) teacher and president of the Renfrew and District Food Bank received a King Charles III Coronation Medal for Community Service and Philanthropy through Food Banks Canada CEO for his long history of food bank service. In addition, Wright was presented with the Ontario Se…Renfrew, Ontario · Renfrew Read Article

UOV OPP warn of fraudulent paving contractors

The Upper Ottawa Valley Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is proactively warning residents of questionable paving contractors that have previously surfaced in past years. There are several reports being made to police again this year regarding this issue. As a refresher please remember that it appeared that municipal by-laws may not have been followed by the contractors. The OPP would like to remind people to beware of possible f…OPP · Renfrew Read Article

Toxic trouble or budget burden? Renfrew council divided over old wastewater plant demolition

The verdict is still out on the fate of Renfrew’s old wastewater treatment plant as town council remains divided on its demolition. Councillors recently revisited a motion from May to approve a $40,000 contract for engineering services related to tearing down the old facility, which Director of Development Eric Withers explains has sat unoccupied behind the current treatment plant since being replaced years ago. https://media-cdn.socastsrm.com/w…Renfrew, Ontario · Renfrew Read Article

Fuel up: Gas prices in the Valley

Are you headed to the pumps today? If it’s time to fill up your car, here’s some info on local gas prices in the Valley, on Thursday, July 3rd as of 9:00 a.m. ARNPRIOR Ultramar $1.27.6 Stinson $1.27.6 Shell $1.27.9 Canadian Tire $1.27.9 Waypoint $1.27.9 MacEwen $1.28.9 RENFREW Shell $1.20.6 Petro-Canada $1.22.9 Esso $1.28.6 MacEwen $1.29.6 Mobil $1.29.9 Canadian Tire $1.29.9 PEMBROKE Irving $1.27.9 Ultramar $1.27.9 Mobil $1.27.9 Canadian Tire $1…Oil and Gas Sector · Renfrew Read Article

Former hospital chairs release statement on RVH affairs

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Renfrew – Two former chairs of the Renfrew Victoria Hospital, Renfrew Health and the Renfrew Victoria Hospital Foundation have released a joint statement in the wake of the Final Report of Supervisor Altaf Stationwala who carried out a year-long investigation…Renfrew, Ontario · Renfrew Read Article

Ontario wants your well water: Help shape the future of groundwater in the Ottawa Valley

A few Ottawa Valley communities could help shape the province’s understanding of a vital local resource for years to come. The Renfrew County District Health Unit is urging residents with groundwater wells living near the Madawaska Highlands, just southeast of Algonquin Park, to participate in a project being held by the Ontario Geological Survey. Interested residents living in and around Barry’s Bay, Killaloe, and Combermere are invited to fill…Renfrew, Ontario · Renfrew Read Article

New twist in bank investigator scam impersonating Ottawa Police

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Not Extinguishing Butts can prove costly

The Office of the Fire Marshal is concerned about recent reports of fires allegedly sparked by wayward cigarette butts. It is issuing a reminder for smokers to ensure you have properly extinguished the butt. Do so in a deep ashtray. Never throw butts off your balcony, into bushes, or down the garbage chute. This is dangerous and can cause a fire. Even Smoky the Bear says, “Duh!” By Rick StowRenfrew, Ontario · Renfrew Read Article

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