Editor’s Note: MV Councillor David Shulist gave a verbal update on this event at the Nov. 17 Madawaska Valley Council meeting. Petawawa’s public works director, Dave Unrau, (above) told a Zoom meeting full of Renfrew County municipal representatives and Active Transportation advocates that any community can become a Bike-Friendly Community …
In what may be a surprising statement from a charity, Paul Thompson, acting president of Madawaska Valley Food Bank, said, “At present, we are not in need of new donations. To anyone who was considering donating to the food bank we say ‘Thank you, but we are ok right now. …
The Upper Ottawa Valley Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has some helpful tips to curb the theft of deliveries from the front porch of homes as the holiday season approaches. Often referred to as “porch pirates”, these thieves steal packages that are left at someone’s residence when no …
The Pembroke Regional Hospital Foundation (PRHF) is grateful to receive a generous donation of $25,000 from Harold Irving to honour his 100th birthday! Above, Harold with his four children, from left: Ron, Val, Jim, Judy. Photo supplied. Harold Irving was born on November 20, 1920 in Ottawa, Ontario – the …
Magic was in the air as 14 volunteers and one co-op student helped arrange more than 2,500 pieces of mail for the St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation’s 2020 Tree of Lights Campaign. Above from left: Caroline Mallany, SFVHF Donor Relations Coordinator Christine Hudder, Rose Miller, Anne Craftchick, Ramona Brown, Maria …
To address Canadians’ questions about radon and how to protect their health, Take Action on Radon, a national health coalition, is hosting a free interactive webinar with radon experts on November 19, at 1 p.m. EST in English and on November 20, at 1 p.m. EST in French.
Today, November 8 2020, Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU), is confirming that in addition to the one high school student who previously tested positive for COVID-19, two additional high school students at Valour High School in Petawawa have tested positive for COVID-19. Two confirmed cases that are linked …
Today, November 6 2020, Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU), is confirming that in addition to the one student who previously tested positive for COVID-19, one staff member at Bishop Smith Catholic High School in Pembroke has tested positive for COVID-19. Two confirmed cases that are linked within the …
Could your home security or dashcam video help police? The Upper Ottawa Valley Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is asking for the public’s help in an ongoing investigation. A fail to remain motor vehicle collision occurred on MacKay Street near Irving Street in the City of Pembroke at …
On Thursday, October 29, students in Grades 1-8 at Killaloe Public School took part in the first annual KPS Zombie Run. While this cross-country running event was organized in lieu of the cancelled, inter-school 2020 Partridge Run, students and staff enjoyed the Zombie Run event so much that talk has begun …
Editor’s note: The following information comes from former mayor John Hildebrandt and his wife Beth who, like many residents, are concerned about poor internet speeds in the Valley and the need to do something about it. Dear Editor, Covid has exacerbated the problems of internet reach/capacity and speed in major …
Editor’s note: The following information comes from former mayor John Hildebrandt and his wife Beth who, like many residents, are concerned about poor internet speeds in the Valley and the need to do something about it. Dear Editor, Covid has exacerbated the problems of internet reach/capacity and speed in major …
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 …
