At the April 21st Special Council meeting, members of Madawaska Valley Council heard from staff about the impact locally of COVID-19. CAO Suzanne Klatt had promised regular updates for Council, using a template that covers all departments. Photo Madawaska Valley Facebook Lower revenue: Klatt reported on the implications of Council …
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) and Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) OPP have seized a variety of illegal drugs from a home in Pembroke. Officers from the UOV Detachment, Street Crime Unit, OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT) and OPP Canine Unit executed a search …
This long weekend grocery store workers get a break This long weekend the grocery stores in Barry’s Bay will be closed on Good Friday and Easter Sunday, so that the front line workers can enjoy some much-needed rest. Thank you to essential workers who keep our grocery stores safe and …
Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) reported at 12:00 p.m. today (April 7) that the number of positive cases of COVID-19 has risen to 10. The death toll in the region remains at 1. These numbers should be viewed against this background: 560 tests conducted to date 395 negative …
The online application portal for Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) is open as of today April 6. The CERB provides financial support to employed and self-employed Canadians who are directly affected by COVID-19. It provides a payment of $2,000 for a 4-week period (the same as $500 a week) …
The online application portal for Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) is open as of today April 6. The CERB provides financial support to employed and self-employed Canadians who are directly affected by COVID-19. It provides a payment of $2,000 for a 4-week period (the same as $500 a week) …
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) has announced that it will impose a Restricted Fire Zone (RFZ) in all areas of the province, to take effect at 12:01 a.m. Friday, April 3, 2020. The map below shows all 37 areas. The Township of Madawaska Valley is in Zone …
The Current brings Valley readers the following recent news items. Metro, Pharmasave, Valu-Mart adopt 9-step guide to prevent the spread of COVID-19 Shop alone. Limit the number of shopping trips. Respect rules of social distancing (2 metres) Limit handling of products. Pay with a card. At …
The month of March ends with a flurry of COVID-19 related news of interest to Valley readers: Five positive COVID-19 cases in Renfrew County and District (see below) County of Renfrew announced this evening the first positive case of COVID-2019 involving a County of Renfrew employee who works at Miramichi …
Madawaska Valley Food Bank has provided an update on their response to the COVID-19 pandemic and their commitment to our community moving forward. Patricia Whitfield, MV Food Bank President, said “The health and safety of our volunteers and visitors is of the utmost importance and we are following the lead …
Local businesses are adjusting their services for Valley residents to help inhibit the spread of COVID-19. The Current offers this update about the services they are providing while subject to the provincial closure order. Please note that restaurants may provide ONLY take-out food, and all bars and seating areas are …
The Current receives updates from government agencies and ministries almost hourly. Here are highlights from announcements during the past 24 hours that may affect Valley residents. Scroll down for a link to the full text of each update. Ontario Parks closed If you planned to take the kids on …
Today Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced the Canadian Government’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan, to provide up to $27 billion in direct support to Canadian workers and businesses and a further $55 billion to support business liquidity via tax deferrals. The $82 billion total package provides support in the following areas: …
Valley supermarkets and volunteers are rallying to help seniors (65+) with special hours and shopping assistance, according to statements posted on social media on March 17. If you, or someone you know, can benefit from these measures, please pass on the information — especially for those who do not have …
Valley restaurants and bars have responded to today’s order from the Ontario government to shut up shop and provide only take-out and delivery service to help inhibit the spread of COVID-19. The Current has contacted all local eateries and bars. Below is the information they gave us about the services …
