Dear Editor: I was disappointed to read in various local media over the past couple of weeks the criticism levelled at the administration of the Township of Brudenell, Lyndoch and Raglan (BLR), including in particular, that directed at its departing Clerk-Treasurer. I am a ratepayer in the Township, and in …
Dear Editor: I was disappointed to read in various local media over the past couple of weeks the criticism levelled at the administration of the Township of Brudenell, Lyndoch and Raglan (BLR), including in particular, that directed at its departing Clerk-Treasurer. I am a ratepayer in the Township, and in …
Editor’s Note: Readers should be aware that Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) may apply for a court order to require a person to be taken into custody and be admitted or detained in a hospital for a medical examination. If convicted for failing to comply with this Section …
Editor’s Note: Readers should be aware that Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) may apply for a court order to require a person to be taken into custody and be admitted or detained in a hospital for a medical examination. If convicted for failing to comply with this Section …
Today, October 27, Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) is confirming that two employees of Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL) have positive laboratory-confirmed cases of novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19). RCDHU has been working closely with CNL to identify all staff considered to be close contacts of the positive cases. The …
Editor’s Note: In recognition of Access to Justice Week (Oct.26-30) we publish this article by paralegal Nicholas McLeod who recently relocated to Madawaska Valley. The Law Society of Ontario is marking its fifth annual Access to Justice Week to reflect on the necessity of the legal system and the barriers …
Today, Oct.26, Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) in collaboration with the Renfrew County District School Board (RCDSB), is confirming that a student at Herman Street Public School in Petawawa has a positive laboratory-confirmed case of novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19). All students and staff who have been deemed to …
Today, Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) in collaboration with the Renfrew County District School Board (RCDSB), is confirming that a student at Opeongo High School has a positive laboratory-confirmed case of novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19). RCDHU has directed a class of students and a number of staff to …
As another hunting season begins, Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) is reminding residents to adhere to public health guidelines to ensure a safe hunt.If you decide to hunt or fish, RCDHU encourages residents to limit their hunting party to members of their immediate household. Although the Ontario Government …
Operation Impact The Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) participated in a national four-day traffic safety initiative dubbed Operation Impact over the Thanksgiving long weekend. Operation Impact targeted aggressive, distracted and alcohol/drug-impaired driving as well as seat belt non-compliance. Over the long weekend, the Killaloe OPP were highly …
The Madawaska Valley Family Health Team (MVFHT) has advised that a flu shot clinic will be held at the Barry’s Bay Legion Branch 406, 250 John Street on Thursday, Oct. 22. This clinic is by appointment only, for the benefit of patients over 65 years of age and/or those who …
On Saturday, October 10, 2020, at approximately 4:20 p.m., members of the Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police responded to a report of a capsized canoe at Opeongo Lake, Algonquin Provincial Park. Two of the three males in the canoe were towed safely to shore, after their canoe encountered …
Message from the Publisher: As a member of the CSWB advisory group in my capacity as a Director of the Renfrew County Legal Clinic, I have received the following release from Dr. Meara Sullivan who is coordinating this worthwhile project. I urge residents to complete the survey so that we …
A media release from the Province of Ontario sets out additional public health measures announced on October 9, 2020. Advice for all Ontario residents: The Chief Medical Officer of Health is urging all Ontarians to: Limit trips outside of home, except for essential purposes only such as work where it …
A media release from the Province of Ontario sets out additional public health measures announced on October 9, 2020. Advice for all Ontario residents: The Chief Medical Officer of Health is urging all Ontarians to: Limit trips outside of home, except for essential purposes only such as work where it …
