Submitted Friends and family members of the late Lorna Hudder gathered to remember their loved one and give back to local healthcare. Money was raised at the fourth-annual Lorna Hudder Memorial Golf Tournament, which took place at the Homestead at Wolf Ridge in July. A total of $3,149.05 was raised. …
Editor’s note: Carson Trout Lepine and Greenan Lakes Association submitted this article for publication in The Current. It was written by Kelly Wallace of Think Turtle for the CTLG membership. Wallace explains below how you can help turtles, especially during September – the “busiest” time for turtle hatchlings trying to …
Work with textiles in Part 2 of this special workshop series entitled Art in Changing Time, on September 6th at 12 North St, Killaloe at 1pm. Previous experience in an earlier workshop is not required to participate. Join Linda Archibald and Anya Gansterer to play with collage and assemblage. We’ll be …
OPP continue investigation of serious assault in Renfrew The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a serious assault in Renfrew. On Thursday, August 28, 2025, a woman attended a local hospital and reported that she had been held against her will and sexually assaulted at a …
Dwayne Maguire almost missed his chance to buy a ticket for the St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation’s Catch the Ace lottery, until a lucky last-minute stop changed everything. Dwayne, who works remotely from his home in Combermere, usually buys his tickets at the CO Country Market. The impending draw date …
Indecent acts result in charges against Killaloe resident – additional victims possible say OPP An ongoing investigation has led to criminal charges against a Killaloe resident. On Tuesday, August 5, 2025, the Upper Ottawa Valley Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) began an investigation when it was reported that …
Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) has received confirmation that a bat collected in the City of Pembroke has tested positive for the rabies virus. The bat was submitted as part of an investigation into a potential human exposure and RCDHU has followed up with those involved to prevent …
Twenty-five years ago, the Friends of the Rockingham Church welcomed dignitaries and the public to celebrate the newly restored Rockingham Church. This year, on August 10, they welcome the public to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of that restoration. Above: Inspecting the Rockingham Church ball tower. (Photo submitted) Guest speaker Sean …
Driver hospitalized following collision near Combermere A single vehicle collision near Combermere has left the driver with serious but non-life-threatening injuries. On Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at approximately 3:00 p.m., officers with the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police and members of the Madawaska Valley Fire …
St. Francis Memorial Hospital joined the Registered Nursing Association of Ontario (RNAO) in a collaborative partnership to become a predesignate hospital under the Best Practice Spotlight Organization (BPSO) initiative. This 3-year journey will assist SFMH in implementing research-driven Best Practice Guidelines to guide our patient care interventions. Above: SFMH staff …
On Saturday July 12th, local MPP Billy Denault met with the team at Ottawa Valley Community Arts to celebrate a $63,500 Resilient Communities Fund grant that helped make their Art Helps – Creating with Natural Materials workshop series possible. Above: MPP Billy Denault with Anya Gansterer OVCA Director. (Photo submitted.) …
Environment Canada has issued a heat warning and special air quality statement for Renfrew County and District. HEALTH ADVISORY Heat Safety It is important to take steps to prevent heat-related illness. Extreme heat can affect anyone, but those most at risk include older adults, infants and young children, people with …
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) will hold a townhall meeting for residents of Quadeville on Saturday, July 12, 2025. This meeting is being held to speak with community residents regarding the recent attack on a young child in the area. The meeting is open to the public and media, but …
An individual has been charged with attempted murder in connection with an attack on a child in Quadeville, southeast of Barry’s Bay. On Monday, June 23, 2025, shortly after 9:00 p.m., officers with the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), OPP Emergency Response Team and …
Police are continuing to investigate an incident that left a young child with serious injuries in Quadeville, southeast of Barry’s Bay. On Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at approximately 12:30 a.m., officers with the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to reports that a child …
