The Madawaska Valley Public Library offers you life-enriching resources and opportunities. Library patrons regularly take advantage of on-going activities every month such as Storytime for little ones every Wednesday morning, Chess Club (for beginners to expert), two adult Book Clubs, Lego Club to challenge your household’s creators, the Friday Walking …
Anhart, a Canadian non-profit housing developer, is bringing affordable townhomes to Barry’s Bay. The King’s Landing project addresses the growing housing affordability crisis in Renfrew County and the Ottawa Valley, offering entry-level homeownership for first-time buyers and families priced out of the market. Above: Artist’s rendering of the Barry’s Bay …
The ability to receive healthcare close to home plays a critical role in patient recovery, offering comfort through familiar surroundings, trusted caregivers, and the support of loved ones. That message resonated strongly with the community during the St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation’s (SFVHF) 2025 Tree of Lights Campaign, which raised …
Editorial Yesterday at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Prime Minister Carney gave a speech pointedly targeting Trump without mentioning his name. He described the end of an era underpinned by United States’ domination, saying that this has now been ruptured. “Every day we are reminded that we live …
Instead of reproducing the latest entries from police blotters, in this article The Current brings you a selection of timely warnings from local OPP Detachments designed to keep you safe from criminal activity. FREE sessions to help you stay ahead of Fraud Crime The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial …
Editorial Yesterday at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Prime Minister Carney gave a speech pointedly targeting Trump without mentioning his name. He described the end of an era underpinned by United States’ domination, saying that this has now been ruptured. “Every day we are reminded that we live …
Renfrew County and District Drug Strategy partners are alerting residents about an increase in overdoses and suspected overdose-related deaths in the Renfrew and Arnprior areas. Although specific substance(s) related to the overdoses have not been confirmed, it is important to remember that all street drugs must be considered highly toxic …
The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating an ATV collision that resulted in the death of a 5-year-old child in Brudenell, Lyndoch, and Raglan (BLR) Township. On January 10, 2026, just after 11:00 a.m., members of the UOV OPP, along with Renfrew …
Submitted by St.Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation A new patient bed has been purchased for St. Francis Memorial Hospital (SFMH) thanks to an $8,000 grant from the Ontario Provincial Command Branches and Ladies’ Auxiliaries Charitable Foundation. The St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation (SFVHF) applied for the grant, which will support the …
Submitted by St.Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation An impressive $2,504 was raised in support of the St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation (SFVHF) and will be directed toward hospice palliative care services in the community. Thank you to Church Street Flowers and Jenna Stamplicoski for coordinating the annual holiday planter sale. A …
Editorial The Current wishes all its readers a very happy, healthy and prosperous New Year. Unfortunately, as we woke up this morning to learn that Donald Trump and his corrupt regime have declared war on Venezuela without advising Congress – let alone obtaining its approval – Canadians must face up …
