On October 3 Valley residents were invited to see behind the scenes at the Madawaska Valley Food Bank at 19460 Opeongo Line, Barry’s Bay. The 25-year-old non-profit organization is run completely by volunteers and opens twice monthly to provide food to area individuals and families in need. Open House guests …
On October 6 the Company of Happy Adventurers didn’t exactly find what they were looking for five kilometers west of Barry’s Bay. They found something far more interesting. The newly formed group of outdoor enthusiasts set off to enjoy some fresh air and fall colours while they searched for the …
The 2019 National & International Edition of Communities in Bloom (CiB) has commended Madawaska Valley Township for Green Engagement of Youth, while maintaining the municipality’s 5 Blooms standing in the prestigious competition. MV was judged against communities such as Bay Roberts NL, Melfort SK, Merrickville-Wolford ON, Prescott ON and Windsor …
During the week of September 30 – October 6, 2019 there were 107 calls for service for the Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), including the Whitney Detachment. There were thirteen motor vehicle collisions, eight were animal related. There were two domestic disputes and no domestic disputes which …
Following the All Candidates Open Forum held in Killaloe on October 5, an event marked by the absence of the incumbent candidate, Cheryl Gallant, (Click HERE to read) another candidates’ meeting to be held in Cobden October 9 organized by the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) will have at least …
The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is happy to report that a missing 12-year old girl has been found safe. Volunteers with the Whitewater Region Fire Department and community volunteers located the girl in the Cobden area. She had last been seen on the evening of October …
At 9:45 p.m. October 6, 2019 The Current received the following media release: TORONTO — Today, Stephen Lecce, Minister of Education, issued the following regarding a tentative agreement with CUPE: “Parents can rest easy knowing that the Government worked tirelessly to ensure their children remain in the classroom, where they …
Free online driver’s licence check available in Ontario Ontario has launched a free online Driver’s Licence Check so people and businesses can check the status of an Ontario driver’s licence. The $2 fee has been eliminated. The online service will include the ability to easily check a driver’s licence by …
The All Candidates Open Forum held at the Killaloe Lions Hall on October 5 by Local 303 of the National Farmers Union attracted nine of the ten declared candidates for election in Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke (RNP). Above from left: David Ainsworth (People’s Party of Canada), Robert Cherrin (Veterans Coalition Party of Canada), …
Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) has released its Annual Report 2018 which provides a summary of activities, achievements and information about the work RCDHU has undertaken over the course of the 2018 year. The report includes information about programs and services, as well as the planning and advocacy …
A “Meet the Candidates” event has been organized for the voters of Beachburg and Westmeath to have the opportunity to engage with those running to represent them. This event will be held at the Westmeath Community Centre on Oct. 9th starting at 6:00 p.m.. All candidates in attendance will be …
Opinion In late August, Ontario’s Ministry of the Solicitor General announced that an inquest will be held into the deaths of Anastasia Kuzyk , Nathalie Warmerdam and Carol Culleton. (Shown above) The three local women were murdered by Basil Borutski in what has been described as one of the worst cases …
I want to express my deep concern for democracy in the riding of Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke. The facts of the matter are laid out in a letter from the Riverview Senior Social Club circulating around the province this morning. Once again our incumbent MP has put this riding in the national news …
All Candidates Meeting For Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke riding will be held at the Killaloe Lions Hall Saturday, Oct. 5 7 to 9 p.m. Followed by a social time with refreshments. All of the candidates have been invited: David Ainsworth — People’s Party of Canada Dan Criger — Independent Cheryl Gallant—Conservative Stefan Klietsch …
Minister Yakabuski recalls Barry’s Bay Station history At the Station Keepers’ 125th Anniversary celebration yesterday, MPP John Yakabuski, Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry, entertained the crowd with a personal story about Station history. (photo above) “One of my proudest moments took place probably just over there beside the tracks [pointing]. …
