On Wednesday, November 18, 2020, at approximately 8:05 a.m., members of the Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on a commercial motor vehicle on Stone Church Road, in the Township of Killaloe, Hagarty and Richards. (Pictured above, photo OPP) As a result, the 59 …
Submitted by Opeongo Hills Nordic Ski Club. Finally, some good news for this pandemic winter! Opeongo Hills Nordic Ski Club is preparing for a busy season with more visitors and season members than ever. Most long-time snowbirds are foregoing their annual escape to warmer destinations this year because of COVID-19 …
Editor’s note: The following letter was recently received from a reader who suggests that the Gypsy Moth is no less destructive to trees than the Coronavirus is to humans. Dear Editor, The summer of 2021 is predicted to go down in Renfrew’s history as one of the worst for the …
The Phoenix Centre for Children & Families shares expert tips to support families through this holiday season during a pandemic. We know that this has been a challenging year and it has taken a toll on the mental health of many families, children and youth. Given the ongoing pandemic, the …
Members of the Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a Fail to Remain Motor Vehicle Collision after a woman was struck by a vehicle in the Barry’s Bay area of Madawaska Valley Township. The incident was reported on December 3, 2020, at approximately 8:00 p.m. by …
The Current recently received the following information of interest to residents who want to Shop Local this holiday season. With the traditional Tree Lighting and Moonlight Madness not happening quite the same this year, a few main street business owners have organized a new “FA LA LA LA LOCAL Shopping …
Killaloe and Area Lions Club has been serving the local community since 1948, so it’s not surprising to hear that they have been spreading some Holiday Cheer. In partnership with OLG and Delta Bingo and Gaming Pembroke, the Lions recently fundraised to donate towards the cost of the Killaloe Public …
A news release just in confirms that members of the Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) continue to investigate a two-vehicle head-on collision which sent both drivers to hospital. Editor’s note: The Current reported on the collision last Friday. Above photo courtesy Madawaska Valley Fire Department On November …
Announcements late this week made jointly by Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) and Renfrew County District School Board (RCDSB) confirm that cases of COVID-19 have been identified at schools in Arnprior and in Renfrew. On Thursday, Nov. 26 it was announced that a staff member at A.J. Charbonneau …
Robust laws, proactive citizens aid in keeping impaired drivers off the road Between robust mandatory alcohol screening laws, vigilant citizens and dedicated officers, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) reminds drivers they’ll have plenty to worry about if they choose to get behind the wheel after consuming alcohol or drugs over …
Submitted by St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation. Roger Wilson never thought his health would fail so rapidly. He and his wife Dorothy operated the Freshmart grocery store in Whitney for 24 years. When they retired to Carson Lake, they pictured enjoying every minute of retirement doing the things they love. …
Oct.2 shooting: OPP release details of persons and vehicle sought Members of the Killaloe OPP Detachment continue to investigate the incident involving a 20 year old woman from Etobicoke, who was airlifted to hospital for a non-life threatening gunshot wound. Shortly after 2:00 p.m., on Friday October 2, 2020, members …
As of 12:01 a.m. Monday November 23, Toronto and Peel move into Lockdown as Ontario moves certain public health unit regions to new levels in the Keeping Ontario Safe and Open Framework. A media release from the Premier’s Office on Friday said these necessary measures are being taken to limit …
Today, Sunday Nov.22, Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) in collaboration with the Renfrew County District School Board (RCDSB), is confirming that a student at Fellowes High School in Pembroke has a positive laboratory-confirmed case of novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19). All students and staff who have been deemed to …
In a news release received by The Current Friday, MP Cheryl Gallant advises that the Renfrew County Community Futures Development Corporation is now accepting applications for the Federal Regional Relief and Recovery Fund. The Regional Relief and Recovery Fund provides financial contributions through interest-free loans to help support fixed operating …
