Local News
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PemBARK returns to Riverside Park for second annual event
The City of Pembroke is inviting local dog owners to come to Riverside Park the weekend of June 3rd and 4th to enjoy a variety of activities at the second annual PemBARK event. The featured event is the dock dog jump contest hosted by Canine Water Sports Canada. -
Local OPP collect school supplies leading up to "Stuff the Cruiser" initiative
Ontario Provincial Police are collecting school supplies to help kids in the local community prepare for the next school year. They are hosting a supply drive event on August 20th, 2023, however, donations can be made at OPP detachments leading up to the event date. -
Burn bans in effect in Ottawa and Pembroke, air quality advisory in Kingston area
Burn bans and air quality advisories are in effect for several areas of eastern Ontario, as hot and humid weather grips the region. -
One person arrested in double homicide investigation in Pembroke, Ont.
A 21-year-old from Ottawa is facing first-degree murder charges following an investigation by OPP into a double homicide that took place on Mackay Street in Pembroke. The accused was arrested without incident. -
Garrison Petawawa hosting first annual Pride March and Block Party
The 1st Annual Garrison Petawawa Pride March and Block Party are being held on Friday, June 2nd, 2023 at 4th Canadian Support Base (Garrison) Petawawa, kicking off Pride Month 2023. -
Robbie Dean Counselling Centre marks a decade of community support
The Robbie Dean Counselling Centre opened its doors on June 5th, 2013 and they are marking a decade of providing mental health support services for clients and families throughout Renfrew County. -
Two local young people charged stealing from business in Arnprior, Ont.
An 18-year-old from Pembroke and a 19-year-old from Renfrew, have been arrested and charged after Ontario Provincial Police responded to a theft call at a local business on O'Brien Road in the Town of Arnprior. -
OPP investigate suspicious fire at vacant building in Carleton Place, Ont.
The investigation is ongoing into a structural fire that took place at a vacant building on Emily Street in Carleton Place. Ontario Provincial Police deemed the circumstances to be suspicious after investigating the cause of the fire. -
MPP Yakabuski visits new Bamoonzhe Daycare on "Take Your MPP to School Day"
Bamoonzhe Daycare Assistant Supervisor, Mallory Lariviere, toured MPP Yakabuski through their brand new facility on the annual "Take Your MPP To School Day" in an effort to raise awareness among MPPs of the role of trustees and showcase the students, staff, and programs. -
OPP reminds residents to exercise caution when buying online
Ontario Provincial Police say they are seeing an increase in incidents where online purchases result in a scam or fraud for the buyer. As a result, OPP is strongly urging online shopper to be cautious purchasing, as well as offering transaction safety tips. -
RCDSB and Algonquins of Pikwakanagan announce Indigenous Trustee
Christina Ruddy has been announced as the new Indigenous Trustee for the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation and the Renfrew County District School Board. Trustee Ruddy will be sworn in on June 1st, 2023 at a special meeting. -
Military training at airfield in Deep River, Ont.
Residents in Deep River are being advised that they may hear noises associated with small explosions and firearms into May 29th, 2023 as Canadian Special Operations Forces Command will be conducting training in the vicinity of the Deep River airfield.
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