Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke provincial candidates so far

With our serving MPP John Yakabuski’s announcement last November that he would not stand for re-election when Ontarians next go to the polls, readers are looking closely at the candidates for Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke as they come on board. Elections Ontario is due to provide the Official Candidates’ List after 2pm on …

Lakefront property owners help restore Carson Lake trout habitat

Earlier this month Watersheds Canada informed The Current about an exciting community-led project that recently restored brook trout habitat on Carson Lake. We contacted Wendy Wolak of the Carson Trout Lepine and Greenan Lakes Association (CTLG Lakes) who confirmed that the group had supported the project funding application. Wolak referred …

Focus on Valley festivities

Every December Valley people prepare for the festive season with charitable events and a series of traditions. Above: Santa Claus arrives in the Valley for the 2024 parade. All photos Roger Prince. Early in the month was Giving Tuesday, a great opportunity for benevolent organizations to maximize donations. The St. …

Leah Kinghorn is Madawaska Valley’s 2024 Senior of the Year

At the November Regular Council meeting Madawaska Valley Mayor Mark Willmer presented Leah Kinghorn with the 2024 Senior of the Year Award. Above: Leah Kinghorn accepts award from MV Mayor Willmer. The Mayor read the following announcement: The Township of Madawaska Valley is pleased to announce that Leah Kinghorn of …

The Great War brought vividly to mind at Barry’s Bay Legion Remembrance Service

Thoughts were with Madawaska Valley resident, Joseph Baxter, and his family members at this year’s Remembrance Day ceremonies held Monday November 11 at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 406 in Barry’s Bay. Baxter, a WW2 veteran, will be 100 this year – as will the force that he served with, …

Hallowe’en Hunt now a Valley tradition

The annual scavenger hunt for trick-or-treaters in downtown Barry’s Bay has become a fixture on the Valley calendar, thanks to participation from Madawaska Valley Public Library staff and volunteers, local businesses owners, Barry’s Bay Recreation Committee, StationKeepers MV, and Madawaska Valley Township staff and Council. Yesterday’s fun, family-friendly event included …

Ace of Spades unveiled next week with jackpot estimated at more than $400k

That’s right – there’s just one envelope left to be drawn in the St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation’s Catch The Ace progressive lottery – so be sure to choose Envelope #50 when you buy your ticket for next week’s draw because that’s where the Ace of Spades is hidden. Foundation …

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