Valley News

The Upper Ottawa Valley Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police began investigating after a resident reported fraudulent activity on an online marketplace. A total of four victims were identified by police during the course of the investigation. 

OPP investigators seized over 60 grams of suspected crack cocaine, over $4,000 in Canadian currency and a prohibited handgun. 

Renfrew's Santa Claus Parade, originally scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 3 was postponed until Dec. 10 due to strong winds and rain that swept through the area. 

Members of the committee were surprised to learn Mayor Ron Gervais unilaterally decided to cancel the committee.

Pamela Cross said she can't say the Ontario government has not moved forward with any of the recommendations, because, ultimately, the government have not communicated what actions, if any, are being taken.

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Renfrew on Jan. 4, 2023.  

For those who recently lost a family member or a cherished friend, Dec. 25 and the whole holiday season can be tough to handle

At the completion of the investigation, the OPP concluded there was enough preliminary evidence to formally charge the male driver of the vehicle for his alleged previous actions which involved aggressive actions taken towards the other vehicle.  

People living in Renfrew who have never driven through a roundabout may need to beef up their skills because the town has submitted a $4.9 million grant to complete the massive O'Brien Road reconstruction, and that final phase includes the area's only roundabout.

Two Renfrew men, each one suffering from reduced physical mobility, regained a sense of independence after purchasing encased motorized scooters in order to drive themselves and not have to rely on others.