Maybe you’re looking for a new job or want to learn a new language. Perhaps you’re keen to raise your fitness level. Are you interested in the latest new Fiction titles – or Non-Fiction books? Do you want to kick start your brain by learning to play chess? Or, better …
Submitted Friends and family members of the late Lorna Hudder gathered to remember their loved one and give back to local healthcare. Money was raised at the fourth-annual Lorna Hudder Memorial Golf Tournament, which took place at the Homestead at Wolf Ridge in July. A total of $3,149.05 was raised. …
Editor’s note: Carson Trout Lepine and Greenan Lakes Association submitted this article for publication in The Current. It was written by Kelly Wallace of Think Turtle for the CTLG membership. Wallace explains below how you can help turtles, especially during September – the “busiest” time for turtle hatchlings trying to …
The fall term at Valley schools has begun, and we have at last had some welcome rain on our gardens. It really feels like that long, hot summer has finally ended. This month there’s plenty on offer for Valley gardeners, whatever your age. Children’s Gardening Club Next Saturday, Sept.6 the …
Work with textiles in Part 2 of this special workshop series entitled Art in Changing Time, on September 6th at 12 North St, Killaloe at 1pm. Previous experience in an earlier workshop is not required to participate. Join Linda Archibald and Anya Gansterer to play with collage and assemblage. We’ll be …
OPP continue investigation of serious assault in Renfrew The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a serious assault in Renfrew. On Thursday, August 28, 2025, a woman attended a local hospital and reported that she had been held against her will and sexually assaulted at a …
Dwayne Maguire almost missed his chance to buy a ticket for the St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation’s Catch the Ace lottery, until a lucky last-minute stop changed everything. Dwayne, who works remotely from his home in Combermere, usually buys his tickets at the CO Country Market. The impending draw date …
Indecent acts result in charges against Killaloe resident – additional victims possible say OPP An ongoing investigation has led to criminal charges against a Killaloe resident. On Tuesday, August 5, 2025, the Upper Ottawa Valley Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) began an investigation when it was reported that …
Editor’s note: The Current originally published this article by the publisher on August 21, 2019 — almost six years ago. Then, we qualified it by describing it as “satire.” In the light of subsequent events, and in particular Trump’s conduct during his second term, perhaps it is no longer appropriate …
Barry’s Bay was treated to another wonderful evening of Music in the Park on Friday, July 25th by local musicians Justin Bertrand and Timothy Baklinski. The guitar and fiddle duo delighted the audience of approximately 75 attendees with a selection of lively toe-tapping fiddle tunes as well as a mix …
Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) has received confirmation that a bat collected in the City of Pembroke has tested positive for the rabies virus. The bat was submitted as part of an investigation into a potential human exposure and RCDHU has followed up with those involved to prevent …
Twenty-five years ago, the Friends of the Rockingham Church welcomed dignitaries and the public to celebrate the newly restored Rockingham Church. This year, on August 10, they welcome the public to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of that restoration. Above: Inspecting the Rockingham Church ball tower. (Photo submitted) Guest speaker Sean …
Driver hospitalized following collision near Combermere A single vehicle collision near Combermere has left the driver with serious but non-life-threatening injuries. On Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at approximately 3:00 p.m., officers with the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police and members of the Madawaska Valley Fire …
When Stone Fence Theatre brings its musical comedy, High Times at the Heart Institute, to Barry’s Bay August 7 in support of St. Francis Valley Healthcare, it will be carrying on an important tradition. The show, first produced in 2016, has been updated and completely revamped by co-directors Shirley Hill …
St. Francis Memorial Hospital joined the Registered Nursing Association of Ontario (RNAO) in a collaborative partnership to become a predesignate hospital under the Best Practice Spotlight Organization (BPSO) initiative. This 3-year journey will assist SFMH in implementing research-driven Best Practice Guidelines to guide our patient care interventions. Above: SFMH staff …
