Proactive measures at habitat conservation needed to reverse trend and complement rescue attempts Editor’s Note: The last week of June is traditionally the busiest time of year for turtles’ breeding activities. This piece, special to The Madawaska Valley Current, is by Chris Huggett, Retired Conservation Biologist. My first encounter with a …
Blue-green Algae bloom confirmed at Dempseys Lake in Greater Madawaska The Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) has confirmed the presence of a blue-green algae bloom on and around the shore of Dempseys Lake. Blue-green algae blooms are a natural seasonal phenomenon that may appear in lakes, rivers, and …
On June 21 the Department of National Defence (DND) announced the conclusion of the search for two missing crew members of the Chinook CF-147F helicopter that crashed in the Ottawa River near Petawawa after midnight on Tuesday June 20. The release stated that tragically, neither member survived. The names of …
Canadian Nuclear Laboratories plans Near Surface Disposal Facility for radioactive waste beside the Ottawa River On June 20 2023 Chiefs of two Algonquin First Nations and the Grand Chiefs of the Algonquin Anishinabeg Nation Tribal Council (AANTC) and the Algonquin Nation Secretariat (ANS) – representing 10 of the 11 Algonquin …
Traffic stop on Paugh Lake Road leads to drug charges Two persons have been charged with drug related offences after a traffic stop. On June 15, 2023, just after 3:00 p.m., officers from the Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Paugh Lake Road …
Submitted by St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation Barry’s Bay Tim Hortons exceeded their goal to sell 5,000 cookies during this year’s Smile Cookie Week from May 1 to 7. A total of $9,632.53 was raised through the sale of $1.50 cookies and, new this year, Smile Cookie pins. Money will …
Reserve your butterfly for the upcoming Memorial Butterfly Release Submitted by St.Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation Choosing hospice care is never an easy decision. But for Catherine Rose Ethier-Etmanski (or “Casha” to everyone who knew her) it was something she knew was right for her. She had heard many positive stories …
Open Letter in response to anti-Pride Petition Dear Mayor and Council, It has recently come to my attention that a delegation has requested that the council rescind its decision to recognize June as pride month in Madawaska Valley, describing the decision as ‘controversial’ and complaining about lack of public consultation. …
In the past two weeks Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) has issued two important safety announcements. Overdose Alert Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) and the County of Renfrew Paramedic Service are alerting residents about an increase in overdoses across Renfrew County and District (RCD). Acting Commander, …
A post-mortem examination is being conducted today for the victims of a double homicide in Pembroke. On May 22, 2023, shortly before 3:00 a.m., officers from the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment responded to a residence on Mackay Street, where two people were located with life-threatening injuries. Both individuals were …
Two dead in Pembroke – third victim with life-threatening injuries The Upper Ottawa Valley Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating the homicide deaths of two individuals in Pembroke. Officers were called to a residence on Mackay Street shortly before 3:00 a.m. on May 22, 2023, where police …
On May 2nd, MPP John Yakabuski met with the team at Township of South Algonquin Public Library-Madawaska Branch, to hear about the impact of a $13,000 Resilient Communities Fund grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) in 2022. The grant was used to purchase Chromebooks, C-Pen Readers, Blue Yeti Microphones, …
The following Open Letter was received from Pflag Renfrew County on May 16. On May 17, people around the world observe International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia (IDAHOTB). This year’s theme of “together always: united in diversity,” is an urgent reminder of the power of solidarity to push back …
The following Open Letter was received from Pflag Renfrew County on May 16. On May 17, people around the world observe International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia (IDAHOTB). This year’s theme of “together always: united in diversity,” is an urgent reminder of the power of solidarity to push back …
Submitted by Renfrew County District School Board On May 12 Student Senators representing every secondary school in the Renfrew County District School Board (RCDSB) held the end of year Student Senate meeting in a committee room of the Senate of Canada building. Highlights of the trip include meeting dignitaries, a …
