Submitted by Renfrew County and District Health Unit Like many communities across North America, the opioid crisis is having a tragic impact on local families and communities across Renfrew County and District (RCD). In 2023, there were 69 opioid overdose-related emergency department visits and 41 suspected drug poisoning deaths in …
Submitted by Watersheds Canada Watersheds Canada reports on an exciting community-led project that recently restored in-water fish habitat on Papineau Lake. In conjunction with Paplineau Lake Community Association (PLCA), 20 woody debris structures were created by 21 community members and Watersheds Canada staff and put into Papineau Lake in key …
It’s that time again – excited kids will be on the streets and so will school buses. Drivers – Keep your eyes on the road ahead and NOT ON YOUR PHONE. Watch for young people walking or biking to and from school and be prepared for those big yellow buses to be …
The Renfrew County Joint Transportation Consortium (RCJTC) notified students’ parents and guardians yesterday, August 27th, of a likely disruption to the school bus service as the fall term begins. RCJTC released the following statement to media: Unfortunately, school bus companies have shown no movement, and continue to reject our offers …
Increased military traffic can be expected on major highways in Northern and Central Ontario on August 27, 2024. Canadian Army Reserve personnel and vehicles from across 4th Canadian Division (4 Cdn Div) will conduct convoy operations as they travel to and from Exercise STALWART GUARDIAN, a major annual Canadian Army …
The remains of one person have been located in Friday’s early morning residential fire. On August 23, 2024, around 5:15 a.m., officers from the Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and members of the Bonnechere Valley Fire Department responded to a fully engulfed residential fire on John Street …
Police release photo of suspect (Above) The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect in the robbery that occurred in the City of Pembroke. On August 8, 2024, at approximately 3:40 a.m., police responded to a …
Mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus have been confirmed in the Town of Arnprior. Every year, the Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) monitors West Nile virus activity through 14 mosquito traps across Renfrew County and District. Mosquitoes from the traps are collected weekly and tested for West Nile virus …
More than 2X speed limit results in charge The Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is reminding motorists that aggressive driving is dangerous and is a leading factor in fatal motor vehicle collisions on OPP patrolled roads. On August 4, 2024, just before 9:30 a.m., members of the …
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) continues to offer support to the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation, which declared a State of Emergency December 1, 2023, in response to opioid related harms affecting the community and its members. On August 2, 2024, around 3:00 p.m., members of the Ontario Provincial Police …
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is hosting a recruitment event to support candidates on their journey to becoming police officers. OPP Bound, Bilingual Edition is being held on August 22, 2024, at Collège La Cité in Ottawa. Interactive OPP Bound events are hosted periodically and throughout the province to support …
BRANT, Joseph Clayton (1938 – 2024) Joseph passed away in his sleep on July 9 2024 at home in Barry’s Bay with his son, Jake, by his side. He is survived by his wife, Charlene, his sister, Denise, and his brother, Ron. Joseph was a hard worker, and a loving …
Joseph Brant (July 9 2024) BRANT, Joseph Clayton (1938 – 2024) Joseph passed away in his sleep on July 9 2024 at home in Barry’s Bay with his son, Jake, by his side. He is survived by his wife, Charlene, his sister, Denise, and his brother, Ron. Joseph was a …
Submitted by St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation. Last year, Gerard O’Malley attended the memorial butterfly release in Barry’s Bay. He was handed a single painted butterfly and watched as it bathed its delicate wings in the warm sunlight. A few moments later, it took flight, leaving Gerard following it with …
Motorcyclist injured in Algonquin Highlands crash The Haliburton Highlands Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a collision in Algonquin Highlands Township, which resulted in a motorcyclist sustaining life-threatening injuries. On July 22, 2024, at approximately 9:13 p.m., the Haliburton Highlands OPP, EMS, and Algonquin Highlands Fire responded …
