St. Francis Memorial Hospital (SFMH) is pleased to share that the Emergency Department (ED) Redevelopment Project has reached its halfway milestone. SFMH will transition into the new Emergency Department. As part of the next phase, to expand Ambulatory Care, renovations will continue to the vacated space. As construction progresses, patients …
Madawaska Valley Hospice Palliative Care is pleased to announce two bereavement retreat opportunities this fall for individuals who have experienced the death of a spouse or partner. Following the success of our inaugural retreat last year, our Widows Retreat returns October 16–18 at Stevenson’s Lodge in Combermere. This three-day retreat …
More than a year ago, some members of the MV Gardening Club met in their interest to create a community food garden in Barry’s Bay. Our thought was to grow and provide fresh produce to others in need in our community, including through the Madawaska Valley Food Bank and other …
Members of the Bancroft Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) would like to remind residents to remain cautious and vigilant regarding Bank Investigator frauds, often targeting elderly persons. In 2025, Canadians reported losing over $28 million to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC), with an estimate of only 5-10 percent of victims …
On Saturday June 13th people from across the Ottawa Valley gathered under the trees in Killaloe Pathways Park to celebrate the return of the Countdown Public Art Project to the Ottawa Valley with a free outdoor concert. Above: ReDefine Arts Artistic Co-Director Anna Camilleri speaks at the Countdown Life event …
Cyclists and walkers from all over Ontario will descend on the tiny Ottawa Valley village of Killaloe on Sunday, July 5, for the third annual Tour de BeaverTails®. The Tour features four supported cycling routes for riders of all abilities, plus a guided walk through the historic village. Above: The …
Last Call for MV Public Library Trivia Night The Library’s Trivia Night takes place this coming Friday, May 29 in the upstairs lounge at the Paul J. Yakabuski Community Centre. Doors open at 6:30pm, trivia begins 7pm. Funds from Trivia Night will help the library purchase new public computers. Register …
Maybe you’ll get lucky like our Week #3 winner, Priscilla Brown, who bought her Catch the Ace ticket online at the last minute and had her ticket pulled in last Thursday’s draw! Above: Priscilla shows off her last-minute winnings (Photo submitted) Priscilla, originally from Madawaska and now living in Arnprior, …
Here comes the Long Weekend that marks the beginning of summer in the Valley. With Bay Day tomorrow, it’s easy to forget some of the many other events going on in the area. You may get inspiration from these reminders. And if you intend to get out on the water …
In 2026, Stone Fence Theatre returns to its roots with a new musical comedy, If You Don’t Know You Wilno! The show is set in the historic village of Wilno, where the company was born in the Wilno Tavern, in December, 2002. The Tavern and the kitchen in St. Mary’s …
During Education Week earlier this month, the Renfrew County District School Board (RCDSB) announced this year’s recipients of the Employee Recognition Awards. Anita Byrnes and Kevin Klawitter from Madawaska Valley District School (MVDS) were among the ten award winners celebrated for their exceptional contributions to the achievement, equity and well-being …
Pauline Biggs of Pembroke has been a consistent online buyer of Catch the Ace tickets in support of local healthcare that benefits her family and so many others. This week, her continued support paid off as her ticket was picked in the Week #2 draw. Above: Pauline Biggs (Photo submitted.) …
A favourite community tradition is returning this summer, inviting residents to gather, rock, and raise funds in support of local healthcare. Rockathon 2026 brings the community together once again to “rock for a reason” and share in a fun, feel-good day in support of local healthcare. Above: The Rockathon Committee …
Red Dress Day Today is Red Dress Day – the time to shine a spotlight on the violence perpetrated on disproportionate numbers of girls, women and two-spirit individuals. This national day was first observed in 2019, and its official title is National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous …
After years of buying Catch the Ace tickets in support of the St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation, Helene Mandy was excited that her ticket was pulled in the Week 1 draw on April 30. Above: Helene Mandy with her prize. (Photo submitted) Helene of Killaloe purchased her ticket online and chose envelope 34 randomly. Her envelope revealed the King of Spades, earning her …
