One of just five students from across Canada, Chadd Stoppa has received the Ontario Difference Maker Award from the Rick Hansen Foundation. Chadd, a Grade 12 student at Madawaska Valley District School, was honoured as a 2024-25 Difference Maker for his work as the student program lead for the MVDS …
The sun was shining in Wilno as crowds gathered to celebrate the 23rd annual Polish Day / Kashub Day Heritage Festival on Saturday, May 10th. As promised on the event poster, attendees enjoyed the heritage displays both indoors in the Museum and outdoors in Heritage Park. A memorial stone for …
Bay Day It’s back, bigger and better than ever – thanks to local merchants and the Barry’s Bay BIA. While you enjoy the special offers from retailers, Farmers Market stalls, and fun events in Downtown Barry’s Bay today, remember to keep an eye out for stands run by our local …
At the close of the nomination period on April 9th, Elections Canada published the official list of candidates running in Algonquin-Renfrew-Pembroke in this month’s federal election. The following seven candidates will be on your ballot when you vote: Candidate name Political party Randy BRIAND United Party of Canada (UP) Cheryl …
The Township of Madawaska Valley announced today that Mayor Mark Willmer has died. The official notice from the municipality reads as follows: It is with profound sadness that the Township of Madawaska Valley announces the passing of Mayor Mark Willmer. Mayor Willmer had served as mayor since 2022, after being …
The Ministry of Natural Resources – Pembroke District is advising area residents that a Watershed Conditions Statement – Water Safety is in effect throughout the district until Friday, April 04, 2025. Residents in Renfrew County / Pembroke District should consider the following: Recent warm weather has resulted in the melting …
Canada’s NDP is proud to announce Eileen Jones Whyte as our candidate for the riding of Ottawa Valley in the upcoming federal election. A dedicated community leader, advocate, and long term resident of the region, Eileen brings a wealth of experience, passion, and a proven track record of service to …
Sift through your options for March with today’s Bite-sized news from The Current. St. Patrick’s Day celebrations Here are some of the local events planned for the wearing of the green: Lunar eclipse For those who love the dark night skies in the Valley, you can watch a lunar eclipse …
Here are the official results for the riding of Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke after final tabulation by Elections Ontario. Billy Denault (PC) 24,297 Oliver Jacob (LIB) 9,804 Marshall Buchanan (NDP) 6,607 Kevin Holm (OP) 1,587 Anna Maria Dolan (GPO) 1,123 Mark Dickson (NBP) 893 Details by municipality, polling station …
Inspired by hints of spring Valley residents welcome March, even if it did come in “like a lion” and we look forward to spring time later in the month. Our gardeners have a host of “seedy” activities on their calendars: International Women’s Day Saturday, Mar.8th is the 2025 date to …
Here are the unofficial results for Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke, as announced by Elections Ontario: The successful candidate, Billy Denault (PC Party), will be the new MPP representing Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke According to Elections Ontario, in the last provincial election in 2022, Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke had a 46.38 percent voter turnout, slightly higher than the provincial average …
Provincial election candidates meeting tonight A public all-candidates’ meeting is scheduled for tonight (Feb. 20) beginning at 6:30 pm at the Royal Canadian Legion in Barry’s Bay. Valley Gazette reporter Rob Fisher will put pre-submitted questions to the candidates. The meeting format does not include taking questions from the floor …
When the nomination period closed last week, Elections Ontario published the official list of candidates in Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke. On February 27th Valley voters will be able to choose from the following six candidates: Candidate name Political party MARSHALL BUCHANAN Ontario NDP/NPD BILLY DENAULT PC Party of Ontario MARK DICKSON New Blue …
Ontario Premier Doug Ford received permission from the Lieutenant Governor on Tuesday to dissolve parliament and call an election. Voting day will be Thursday, February 27th, 2025 and all party leaders began their campaigning activities today. The Current will publish election news and media releases from the candidates running in …
Here are some suggestions to help you and your family enjoy winter in the Valley. The Killaloe Lions SnoFun Winter Festival This year’s SnoFun began yesterday and continues to Feb.6th with a host of fun activities for all ages and interests from hockey to broomball, belly dancing to Nerf Gun …
