Province extends funding for Renfrew County Virtual Triage and Assessment Centre

The following was distributed by John Yakabuski MPP on Mar.24 2023: An innovative idea that started in Renfrew County during the COVID-19 pandemic is being continued after proven success in the region. The Ontario government is investing $3.2 million in 2023-24 to support the continuation of Renfrew County’s Virtual Triage …

Valley Manor status report on redevelopment project – mounting costs a concern

At the Mar.21 Regular Meeting, Madawaska Valley Council heard a presentation from Valley Manor Long Term Care. Speaking on behalf of the Manor were Trisha DesLaurier, CEO, and Stacey McDonald, Director of Finance. Members of the Valley Manor Board also attended: Kathy Marion, Board Chair; Steve F. McCann, Vice-Chair; and …

Development Charges – What is this about and why should you care?

Opinion Development Charges (DCs) are fees imposed by municipalities to increase revenue and pay for infrastructure services. Infrastructure includes roads, sewers, water, wastewater and other services that a homeowner expects. They are imposed on private owners and developers, whether you are severing land to provide your son or daughter a …

Bite-sized news at Mar.6 2023

Madawaska Valley proposed Development Charges REMINDER: Madawaska Valley Township’s public meeting about proposed Development Charges in the municipality has been re-scheduled for today, Monday, Mar.6 2023 at 6 pm at the MV Township Council Chambers, 85 Bay Street, Barry’s Bay. For more details see https://www.madawaskavalley.ca/news-and-notices/development-charges-notice-of-public-meeting-january-12-2023-400-p-m/ More free public skating during …

Valley rural youth to Live It Up at NAW’s Lake Dore Lodge

North Algona Wilberforce Township is hosting a rural outreach program for Elevate Youth Wellness called Live It Up. Elevate Youth Wellness, located in the Phoenix Centre in Pembroke, is devoted to helping the mental, physical and emotional health of youth through life skills mentorship, particularly through fitness and healthy food. …

RCDHU appoints permanent Medical Officer of Health Dr. Jason Morgenstern

Renfrew County and District Health Unit circulated the following on Feb.28 2023: The Board of Health for Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) is very pleased to announce that Dr. Jason Morgenstern, MD MPH FRCPC, has been appointed as permanent, full-time Medical Officer of Health for Renfrew County and …

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