Local businesses are adjusting their services for Valley residents to help inhibit the spread of COVID-19. The Current offers this update about the services they are providing while subject to the provincial closure order. Please note that restaurants may provide ONLY take-out food, and all bars and seating areas are …
The Current receives updates from government agencies and ministries almost hourly. Here are highlights from announcements during the past 24 hours that may affect Valley residents. Scroll down for a link to the full text of each update. Ontario Parks closed If you planned to take the kids on …
Today Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced the Canadian Government’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan, to provide up to $27 billion in direct support to Canadian workers and businesses and a further $55 billion to support business liquidity via tax deferrals. The $82 billion total package provides support in the following areas: …
As outlined in this media release, Madawaska Valley Public Library staff have instituted ways to provide library materials during the library’s closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Although we are closed to the public due to concerns about COVID-19, staff at the Madawaska Valley Public Library will be working …
At the Madawaska Valley Council meeting on the evening of March 17, in order to protect staff and residents, and to prevent the spread of COVID-19, Council unanimously agreed to direct staff to lock the doors of the municipal office. Yet, the municipality remains “open for business” during the course …
Valley supermarkets and volunteers are rallying to help seniors (65+) with special hours and shopping assistance, according to statements posted on social media on March 17. If you, or someone you know, can benefit from these measures, please pass on the information — especially for those who do not have …
St. Francis Memorial Hospital and St. Francis Health Centre have today (March 17) issued guidelines for Valley residents who seek medical care, as follows: St. Francis Memorial Hospital (SFMH) SMFH advises that protecting our patients and staff is our first priority. Access to the hospital will be limited. Visitor restrictions …
Valley restaurants and bars have responded to today’s order from the Ontario government to shut up shop and provide only take-out and delivery service to help inhibit the spread of COVID-19. The Current has contacted all local eateries and bars. Below is the information they gave us about the services …
Madawaska Valley Council held a Special Meeting today, March 17, to hear an update from staff on response to COVID-19 pandemic. Before introducing CAO Suzanne Klatt, Mayor Kim Love played a brief video clip of Dr. Michael Ryan of the World Health Organization (WHO) speaking about lessons learned during the …
The sun is shining, the price of gas is low, the sap is running, the weather forecast for March Break is springlike — what could possibly go wrong? Thanks to the global pandemic of Novel Coronavirus COVID-19, many people are growing concerned about access to necessary medicines, food and other …
Editor’s note: As of Mar.17 please refer to the dedicated section of our website containing latest official notices regarding COVID-19 measures. Updates from The Current The Current is maintaining an up-to-date posting of local measures and changes as we receive them during this stage of the Novel Coronavirus COVID-19. Watch …
Originally scheduled for the depths of winter but postponed due to weather, the Madawaska Valley Public Library’s first Cabin Fever Trivia Quiz was held on March 12 at the Barry’s Bay Legion Branch 406. Twelve teams of six competitors vied for the coveted trophy, which was eventually won after “four …
This week John Yakabuski, Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry, announced the province’s strategy to protect communities from the effects of flooding by reducing flood risk and to help Ontarians to be better prepared for flooding events. The government’s flood strategy focuses on five priority areas and was informed by …
Note: Updated as of Sunday March 15 at 3:30 p.m. Please scroll down for event cancellations. While there are no confirmed cases of Novel Coronavirus COVID-19 in Renfrew County at this time, healthcare teams are working to ensure you get the information you need to protect yourself and your family …
Renfrew County and District Health Unit continues to monitor the COVID-19 situation daily and there are currently no cases in Renfrew County and District. The risk for Renfrew County and District remains low for COVID-19. The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) can cause illness ranging from a very mild, cold-like illness to …
