OPINION On Wednesday June 5 I had the pleasure of speaking on euthanasia (MAiD) in Canada at the legion in Barry’s Bay Ontario. In good driving conditions Barry’s Bay is about six hours from my home. The purpose of this article is to respond to the letter from Dr. Katie …
Fourteen teams rocked throughout the day for local healthcare on Friday, June 21. That day marked the third-annual Rockathon, where participants collect pledges and rock together at the Valley Manor Courtyard. Above: The Valley Manor Courtyard was packed with rockers, residents and visitors during Rockathon 2024. The event is organized …
The Pembroke Petawawa District Community Foundation held their annual general meeting on June 10, 2024 and there was plenty of good news on the agenda. In addition to the annual disbursement of community grants, the Foundation also unveiled a new partnership with the Renfrew County Ontario Winter Games committee and …
Submitted by Diocese of Pembroke With great cause for rejoicing, I announce that today that our Holy Father, Pope Francis has named Reverend Michael Brehl, C.S.s.R. as the 10th Bishop of Pembroke. Father Brehl was born in Toronto in 1955 and entered the Congregation of the Most Holy Redeemed (Redemptorists) …
Editor’s Note: On June 18th Madawaska Valley announced three cooling centres in the Township. Environment Canada has issued a prolonged heat event for Renfrew County and District, beginning today. Dangerously hot humid conditions are expected through most of the week. Hot and humid air can also bring deteriorating air quality. …
Submitted by St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation An incredible $10,776 was raised through the sale of cookies during Smile Cookie Week, which ran from April 29 to May 5, 2024. Barry’s Bay Tim Hortons chose St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation (SFVHF) as the beneficiary of Smile Cookie Week with funds …
Barry’s Bay and surrounding areas sees an annual influx of visitors over the summer months resulting in increased visits to the St. Francis Memorial Hospital (SFMH) Emergency Department (ED). Above: Joanne Plebon, RN. Photo submitted. “The increased population in our area, as a popular summer cottage and vacation destination, leads …
MV resident charged in voyeurism, child pornography investigation MV resident charged in voyeurism, child pornography investigation Members of the Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one person after a recent investigation. In February 2024, OPP began an investigation into a voyeurism case that occurred in Renfrew …
The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is reminding the public that if you are using a wheelchair or medical scooter, you must follow the same rules as a pedestrian. Officers at the Renfrew and Arnprior Detachments have recently responded to reports that involve people operating wheelchairs or …
The Local Immigration Partnership – Lanark & Renfrew is thrilled to announce the 3rd Annual Culture Connect, an exciting celebration of diversity and culture. Now in its third year, this vibrant event continues to serve as a dynamic platform for converging community groups and organizations across the Ottawa Valley, fostering …
Student Senators representing every secondary school in the Renfrew County District School Board (RCDSB) and Indigenous student leadership had a very special up close and behind-the-scenes visit to Parliament Hill, visiting the Senate of Canada and House of Commons. Among them was student trustee Ava Beggs from Madawaska Valley District …
On May 15 2024 when the Lung Health Foundation announced plans to pilot their existing Quash program with 6 schools across Ontario as part of a funding initiative from the Ministry of Education, Renfrew County District School Board (RCDSB) jumped at the chance to participate in the program before it …
Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) is alerting residents about an increase in overdoses and suspected overdose-related deaths in the Pembroke and Renfrew catchment areas. Although specific substance(s) related to the overdoses have not been confirmed, it is important to remember that all street drugs must be considered highly …
Advisory: Moose are frequently on roadways trying to avoid insects One person has suffered life-threatening injuries, another was left with non-life-threatening injuries, after their vehicle collided with a moose in Algonquin Park. The Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded just after 1:00 a.m. on May 19, 2024, …
A brand new bike rally will bring as many as two hundred riders and hikers to the historic village of Killaloe, about two hours west of Ottawa, for a fund-raising rally with a sweet twist on July 28 in support of vision care in the Ottawa Valley. Above: Jeremy Steenberg, …
