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, …
Warmer weather in springtime means more outdoor activities. But it also means more tick activity as well. Above: blacklegged tick on fingertip with the RCDHU logo. (Tick photo: Journalist’s Resource) Renfrew County and District (RCD) has many areas that are suitable habitats for blacklegged ticks (also called deer ticks), which …
After an extensive recruitment process, SFMH is pleased to announce Sherri Cope as the new Vice President, Patient Care Services & Chief Nursing Executive (VP/CNE) effective April 8th, 2024. “We are very pleased to have an engaged, compassionate, results-oriented leader.” said Julia Boudreau, CEO of SFMH. “I am confident …
Smile Cookie Week is back and better than ever! From now until Sunday, May 5, 2024, you can purchase a Smile Cookie at the Barry’s Bay Tim Hortons. Cookies cost just $1.50 each. One hundred percent of proceeds from the sale of each cookie will go to the St. Francis …
Editor’s Note: This is a copy of a letter sent on April 20, 2024 to all members of the Madawaska Valley Council, and to Brittany Tomasini, MV Deputy Clerk. Click HERE to download/read the draft By-Law mentioned in the letter. Hello, I would like to request that the public meeting …
Editor’s Note: This is a copy of a letter sent on April 20, 2024 to all members of the Madawaska Valley Council, and to Brittany Tomasini, MV Deputy Clerk. Click HERE to download/read the draft By-Law mentioned in the letter. Hello, I would like to request that the public meeting …
Multiple criminal charges for South Algonquin resident follow domestic investigation On April 10, 2024, Bancroft OPP received a report of domestic threats that occurred at a residence in South Algonquin Township. Investigation revealed a that several offences had occurred. The Bancroft Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) assisted by …
