In a media release issued this week, the Boards of Health for Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) and the North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit announced they would not seek provincial approval andfunding to voluntarily merge. On March 18th, the Board of Health for RCDHU met and …
On Saturday March 9th at 7:50am Madawaska Valley Fire Department North Hall was dispatched to a motor vehicle collision at St. Mary Hall, the administrative offices of Our Lady Seat of Wisdom College on Dunn Street in Barry’s Bay. Nine fire fighters from MV Fire Department, together with one pumper and …
Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) is alerting residents about an increase in overdoses and suspected overdose-related deaths in the Pembroke catchment area. 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 toxic and …
Stunt driving charge laid 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 February 27, 2024, shortly after 9:00 p.m., members of the Killaloe Detachment conducted a …
First tangible step towards Emergency Dept. redevelopment While years of work have already taken place to bring the Emergency Department (ED) Redevelopment Project to light, most of that work has taken place behind the scenes. SFMH is incredibly fortunate to have a helipad located on the hospital property, right next …
A member of the Upper Ottawa Valley Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is being praised for his life-saving actions. Provincial Constable Jared MOORE was off-duty and out for a walk with family members at Round Lake on February 24, 2024, when he saw two snowmobiles attempting to cross …
Editor’s note: OPP have today released this Update regarding a shooting incident The Current reported on Feb.24. The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an individual after a shooting incident in Pembroke. On February 23, 2024, just before 6:30 a.m., OPP responded to …
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has called off its search for the source of emergency flares, seen in the Palmer Rapids area, west of Renfrew. A resident of the Township of Madawaska Valley called the Killaloe OPP on February 25, 2024, around 12:30 a.m. to report seeing a flare in …
The Ottawa Valley Tourist Association has launched the 2024 Tourism Awards which recognise and honour tourism champions across the Ottawa Valley. The Ottawa Valley Tourism Awards are presented annually by the Ottawa Valley Tourist Association (OVTA) to individuals, businesses, and events that recognize the importance of working together for the …
The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a shooting incident in Pembroke. On February 23, 2024, just before 6:30 a.m., OPP received a call about shooting at a location on McKenzie Street. The victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment with …
Community organizations can apply for funding for initiatives benefiting Ontarians aged 55+ Applications are now open for the Ontario Seniors Community Grant Program. The seniors grants support local, not-for-profit community groups and organizations to deliver programs and learning opportunities for Ontarians aged 55+. Every year, the Ontario government provides hundreds …
Public assistance sought in theft of mail investigation Police are currently investigating a theft of mail incident. On February 14, 2024, just before 6:30 p.m., police responded to a theft call for service on Linkage Lane, in the Township of Killaloe, Hagarty and Richards. Several packages were reported stolen from …
Call it good karma or just plain good luck, but the Week #16 Catch the Ace winner now has quite the story to tell! It all started when Richard Shulist was enjoying dinner at the Balmoral with his Wolves Alumni crew. Without any hesitation, Richard footed the bill for the group. Tommy …
The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a fatal collision that occurred on Highway 17 in Laurentian Valley Twp. On February 17, 2024, just after 8:00 p.m., OPP responded to a collision that claimed the life of a woman. No one else was …
The Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) will be participating in Snowmobile Safety Week which is part of the OPP’s Provincial Traffic Safety Strategy. The campaign ends Monday, February 19, 2024. The aim of the campaign is to raise awareness about safe snowmobiling, and to prevent snowmobilers from …
