Algonquin College’s Pembroke Waterfront campus has been chosen as a DEWALT® Grow the Trades Grant recipient for its commitment to providing a skills labour force by training skilled trades students. Above from left: Jordan Kell, PRO Contractor Specialist, StanleyBlack&Decker; Jamie Bramburger, Interim Dean; Adam Johns, Program Coordinator; Bobbie Gormley, Business, …
Michael Parsa, Minister of Children, Community and Social Services and Charmaine Williams, Associate Minister of Women’s Social and Economic Opportunity, issued the following statement: “November is Woman Abuse Prevention Month, an opportunity to raise awareness of gender-based violence and to take a stand against this heinous crime in all its …
The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) would like to warn the public after a recent report of a scam related to investing in cryptocurrency that saw an elderly victim lose almost $10,000. The victim was contacted by phone and coached to deposit money into a …
The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) would like to remind motorists that the vast majority of school buses will be returning to area roads on October 28, 2024. Thus far in the school year only a limited number of buses have been running. With this …
Bare grass and black ice pocketed Marie and Bernhard Zettler’s front yard as they turned into their driveway. It was one of those March mornings that seems warmer than it is, as everyone waits for spring to arrive. “Bernhard stepped out to pick up some flyers, and suddenly he was …
Submitted by St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation The St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation announced its $2.7 million Growing TogethER Emergency Department Redevelopment Campaign on Oct. 10, marking the largest fundraising campaign to date for the Foundation. Above: Donors and supporters gather around the new Growing TogethER Campaign sign outside the …
Editor’s Note: Last Thursday’s Catch The Ace draw left just two cards play – both Aces – and an estimated jackpot of $318,554. That means there is a one in two chance of finding that elusive Ace of Spades. If this week’s winner selects the envelope containing the Ace of …
In response to the Petition delivered to the Board of Directors of Madawaska Valley Hospice Palliative Care (MVHPC) which requests that we stop allowing Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) within the Hospice facility, we give the following response to the organizers and signatories of the petition. MVHPC has been in …
Congratulations to Kevin Springer of Renfrew whose name was pulled in the Week 49 Catch the Ace draw! Kevin purchased his ticket at the Village Discount & Variety in Eganville and chose envelope 25 at random. Although his envelope revealed the Five of Diamonds, Kevin is taking home the incredible …
Friends and family members of the late Lorna Hudder gathered to remember their loved one and give back to local healthcare. Money was raised at the third annual Lorna Hudder Memorial Golf Tournament, which took place at the Homestead at Wolf Ridge on July 13. A total of $2,675.00 was …
Ottawa Valley residents are invited to participate in a new survey aimed at improving healthcare services in their communities. The Ottawa Valley Ontario Health Team (OVOHT) is collecting feedback to better understand the needs, priorities, and experiences of residents across the Ottawa Valley. Why Participate? This survey is an opportunity …
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 …
