Editorial If the above title seems familiar, that’s because it is the title of the public interest Petition which was the subject of our recent editorial, newsletter and video podcast. According to our independent online records, more than 1600 individuals have accessed one or more of the editorials and podcast. Yet as …
If you were unable to attend Tuesday night’s All Candidates Meeting in Barry’s Bay (maybe you were among the 50 or so Madawaska Valley residents denied entry), here’s your chance to see and hear what all twelve municipal candidates had to say – from the comfort of your own home. …
The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 406 Barry’s Bay needs your help. Legion Branch 406 is facing possible closure due to the fact that the President has resigned due to health issues. The 1st and 2nd Vice-Presidents are unable to step up. The Past President is now Zone Commander and cannot …
Voters in Madawaska Valley have reason to be grateful for their Public Library and their local Legion. As in many previous election campaigns, Madawaska Valley Public Library and the Royal Canadian Legion Barry’s Bay Branch 406 have combined forces to host an All Candidates Meeting. The event allows voters to …
The 33rd annual Take Back the Night March hosted by Renfrew County Sexual Assault and Rape Crisis Support Centre will take place on Thursday, September 17, in Barry’s Bay. Participants should gather at Water Tower Park, 20 Mahon St., beginning at 6:30 pm. The march will begin at approximately 7:30 …
At last! Today’s the day for One Golden Gala, your chance to celebrate the global success of hometown lake girl and best-selling author, Carley Fortune. This is a big day for Madawaska Valley Public Library too, as this is a major fundraiser. As the author herself reminds us, Public libraries …
Editorial A Superior Court Costs Assessment Officer issued a decision on April 9th that concluded The Current’s legal action against MV Township and members of its former Council. He awarded The Current and its owners $23,553.80 as litigation costs for successfully representing themselves in a lawsuit that confirmed they had …
Madawaska Valley Public Library has pulled out all the stops to offer Valley residents multiple ways to enjoy the month of May. In addition to all the usual monthly activities (scroll down for the list), there are some really special events for Library patrons of all ages. Have you assembled …
In April Madawaska Valley Hospice Palliative Care (MV Hospice) will hold a four-day training program for aspiring hospice volunteers. The Current asked MV Hospice Bereavement Services and Volunteer Coordinator, Jenna Stamplicoski, to tell us more about the role of a hospice volunteer. Jenna said, “At Madawaska Valley Hospice Palliative Care, …
How will Valley parents keep the kids busy and out of trouble this March Break? The clever ones take advantage of quality children’s programming available from Madawaska Valley Public Library. Here’s a rundown of some activities and events planned for kids next week. Please be sure to register as early …
The many vendors of Killaloe Farmers Market are gearing up for a St.Patrick’s celebration on Saturday, March 7th from 10am to 2pm at the Lions Hall on Lake Street in Killaloe. It’s not just a market – this is a social event and it’s well worth the effort to go …
At a Special Meeting of Madawaska Valley Council on Monday, February 9th, 2026, Barry’s Bay resident Linda Neuman was formally sworn in as a member of Council, replacing the late Councillor Ernie Peplinski. Above: Watched by Mayor David Shulist (R) and Councillor Mary Blank (centre), newly-appointed Madawaska Valley Councillor Linda …
At the Madawaska Valley Council in Committee meeting on Tuesday, Feb.3rd 2026, Mayor David Shulist and Councillors Blank, Cybulski and Maika voted unanimously to appoint Linda Neuman (Plebon) to fill the vacancy created by the sudden passing of Councillor Peplinski. Above: Linda Neuman (Photo LinkedIn). This followed Council’s decision to …
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 …
