The writer has kindly agreed to share the following letter, originally directed to the Ottawa Citizen, with The Current’s readers. Letter to the Editor: On January 25, 2019, the Citizen published an article about a choir director who fled to Germany after a sexual assault charge was laid against him. …
Editor’s note: Renfrew County & District Health Unit’s (RCDHU) recommendation for vigilance is of particular relevance in Madawaska Valley because according to RCDHU’s Case Summaries by Municipality, MV has seen a much greater increase of case numbers recently compared to our neighbours. Here is the increase in the number of …
On Wednesday, November 24, 2021, at approximately 4:05 a.m., members of the Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a break and enter in progress at an electrical business on Highway 60, in the Township of Madawaska Valley. A traffic stop was conducted on a vehicle and …
Police seek information about mischief, animal injury on Stone Church Road On Thursday, November 25, 2021, at approximately 12:35 p.m., members of the Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a mischief to property and animal injury call, on Stone Church Road, in the Township of Killaloe …
On Saturday, November 27, 2021, at approximately 11: 20 a.m. members of the Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single vehicle collision involving a passenger car on Highway 60 near Mill Street, in the Township of Killaloe, Hagarty and Richards. Preliminary investigation has revealed the …
Renfrew County and District Health Unit distributed the following release Nov.26 Today, marked the launch of designated COVID-19 vaccination clinics for children aged 5 to 11. Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) was excited to host the first children’s only clinic across Renfrew County and District (RCD) at 141 …
Latest research shows high levels of dangerous chemicals and lower than advertised THC levels in illegal cannabis The following was submitted by the OPP Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau. Do you trust your dealer to tell the truth about the illegal cannabis products you are buying and consuming? How do you …
Give the Gift of Care and Comfort through the Tree of Lights Campaign Submitted by St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation. Doris Hudder was an independent woman with a heart of gold. Living in the rolling hills of Wilno, Doris was spunky and spirited. She always made her family chuckle with …
On Saturday Nov.20 Renfrew County & District Health Unit distributed the following amended media release about COVID-19 vaccine rollout for children under the age of 12 In the coming weeks, Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) and partners will be offering dedicated COVID-19 vaccination clinics for children 5 to …
On Saturday Nov.20 Renfrew County & District Health Unit distributed the following amended media release about COVID-19 vaccine rollout for children under the age of 12 In the coming weeks, Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) and partners will be offering dedicated COVID-19 vaccination clinics for children 5 to …
With the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Festive R.I.D.E. campaign kicking off this week, the OPP is reminding Ontarians that keeping impaired drivers off our roads includes important preventative measures taken by citizens, not just police. The citizens of Ontario have stepped up significantly this year, placing more than 21,000 calls …
On Tuesday, November 2, 2021, at approximately 10:15 a.m., members of the Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to an animal complaint call for service, in the Township of Bonnechere Valley. Police received information that the owner of a young hunting dog had located the dog, deceased …
For more than 50 years, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Canine Unit handlers and canines have been supporting frontline and specialized policing functions to keep Ontarians safe. Between providing assistance for search and rescue, tracking wanted persons, detecting narcotics, and searching for firearms, explosives and physical evidence, Canine Unit canines …
EMERGENCY SCAM – Grandparent scam active once again Detachments from across East Region of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) continue to remind individuals to be aware of ongoing frauds and scams. Take the time to conduct research, ask questions and take a minute before sending gift cards or money. On …
At the recent Barry’s Bay and Area Senior Citizens Home Support Services (BBAHS) Annual General Meeting (AGM), members expressed appreciation for a year of excellent service, during which clients and staff maintained high safety standards in response to the pandemic. Client satisfaction is above 90 percent, which is wonderful. The …
