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 …
Riverland Lodge has been recognized with a 2024 Global Recognition Award for its remarkable achievements and steadfast dedication to excellence in the campground industry. Becky McRae’s leadership and vision have propelled the company to new heights, making it a standout in its field. Above from left: Rhonda Johnson, Becky Ewing, Becky McRae, …
Valley residents are in a fever over St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation’s popular progressive lottery Catch The Ace. This week’s prize drum held 6,139 draw tickets and before drawing the winning ticket for Week 48, SFVHF Executive Director Erin Gienow reminded viewers watching on Facebook Live that the seventh lottery …
Earlier this summer Madawaska Valley resident Eve-Marie Chamot lodged an appeal with the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) against the Township’s By-Law 2024-44. MV Council enacted the By-Law restricting the use of storage container in the municipality at a Special Council meeting on June 6, after the Township held a Public …
There’s a new train coming to the Barry’s Bay Railway Station on Labour Day Weekend. Unlike the locomotive-powered trains that arrived here in bygone days, this train won’t be accompanied by steam and cinders. But it should bring lasting excitement and pleasure to today’s youngsters. Saturday, August 31st is the …
On February 7th 2024 The Current published a joint media release advising of the settlement of its lawsuit against MV Township and the former Council. LINK: The Current’s legal claim against Madawaska Valley Township and former Council has been settled. The terms made public were that Council would revoke the …
Every summer Madawaska Valley Public Library offers you much more than just materials to borrow such as books, DVD and puzzles. Here are some additions to a full calendar of children’s programming. Evening events Artist of the Month for August, Jessica Lin, talks about her work now on display at …
The Barry’s Bay Farmers Market lost a long time helper when Joe Laderoute passed away peacefully at home on July 20th. (Above left, shown with market vendor Andrea Budarick. Photo MVACL) The Current was alerted to his death by Andrea, who referred to him as her “market security detail” and …
This year’s Memorial Butterfly Release organized by Madawaska Valley Hospice Palliative Care (MVHPC) and St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation (SFVHF) took place at Water Tower Park in Barry’s Bay in the sunshine on Sunday July 28. Participants enjoyed tranquil music from the YoYo Mamas as they awaited the signal to …
The Renfrew County Real Estate Board (RCREB) recently updated their online sales figures* for last month. Their report on local residential sales reads: When considering these figures, it is important to keep in mind that Madawaska Valley is just one region of the County, and indeed that Renfrew County is …
Below are just a few of the many activities that Madawaska Valley Public Library offers this month. For more details, please see the library brochure, check out their Facebook page, or visit the website. On Wednesday, July 10, BIAK will be at the library at 10:30am for drumming and songs. …
Madawaska Valley Gardening Club offers an exciting range of unique gardens for you to explore during this summer’s Annual Garden Tour on Sunday July 7th between 10 am and 4 pm. Tickets cost $5 and come with details about each garden along with a self-guided tour map. You can buy …
Representatives from three of the area’s four lake associations presented a joint delegation to Council: Greg Zdzienicki of Kamaniskeg and Area Property Owners Association (KAPOA); Sophia Sudnikowicz of Kaszuby Cottagers Association (KCA); and Wendy Wolak of Carson Trout Lepine & Greenan Lakes Association (CTLG Lakes). Steve Clarke of the Paugh …
Several Madawaska Valley residents voiced their concerns in no uncertain terms about the proposed Township By-Law to restrict storage containers in the municipality at the Public Meeting held on April 23rd. A number of ratepayers had put their objections in writing or visited MV Manager of Planning and Development, Luke …
The Ottawa Valley Tourism Association (OVTA) has announced finalists for this year’s Tourism Awards. One of the finalists in the Sustainability Champion category is local business Eva’s Cafe Schoolhouse Inn. The former school at 2725 Round Lake Road, in Round Lake Centre was transformed into a mix-used space for the …
