Madawaska Valley residents filled the Barry’s Bay Legion Branch 406 for a solemn and moving Remembrance Day ceremony on November 11. Sergeant-at-Arms Tom Bryce welcomed those in attendance, and after the national anthem, Rev. Darlene Cunliffe led the Act of Remembrance. Then Last Post and Reveille were sounded and the …
Flu Clinics November is the best month to get your flu shot. Renfrew County District Health Unit (RCDHU) reminds you of their upcoming clinics in the immediate area: Barry’s Bay Thursday, Nov. 21 at St. Francis Memorial Hospital, 7 St. Francis Memorial Drive 3-6 p.m. Killaloe Thursday, Nov. 28 at …
Communities across Ontario are calculating a local living wage. This is the hourly rate a worker needs to earn to cover their basic expenses and participate in the community. In Renfrew County and District, the living wage rate for 2019 is $16.80 per hour according to a media release issued …
‘Once Plastics Are In the Environment, They Are Here To Stay’ Eastern Ontario lakes tested for presence of microplastics in local freshwater bodies. Editor’s Note Average particles per sample from the three watersheds sampled: Madawaska Watershed ranged from 1.9 to 3.9 Mississippi Watershed ranged from 1.3 to 3.7 Tay …
Resident Assaulted The Crime Unit of the Upper Ottawa Valley Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is currently investigating a break, enter and assault at a residence on Christie Street in the City of Pembroke which occurred just after midnight on October 26, 2019. Three unknown males forced …
Barry’s Bay Legion Branch 406 Executive hosted a Cheers for Volunteers gathering on November 1 to thank all the regular members and friends in the community who volunteer their time to assist with the many activities of the Legion. (Photo above) Note: please scroll down for details of upcoming Remembrance Day events …
With hunting season getting underway the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region Snowmobile, ATV, Vessel Enforcement (SAVE) team is reminding hunters that safety needs to be their first priority. There are a number of ways hunters can keep themselves, and those around them, safe. These include: Tell someone where you …
Brudenell Lyndoch Raglan (BLR) Township Council held a special meeting on Friday morning, November 1, to consider the result of an investigation into allegations against its Fire Chief, Jordan Genrick. Genrick was accused of several instances of misconduct, including three alcohol related allegations, as well as an alleged personal grudge …
A new In Memory Mural crafted by Wilno resident Donnie Burchat was unveiled at St. Francis Memorial Hospital (SFMH) on October 29. The piece is installed opposite the Landscape of Life, also made by Burchat, on the main floor of SFMH. Burchat unveiled the mural with the help of Toni …
The Pembroke Detachment of the Upper Ottawa Valley Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is reminding motorists to obey the rules of the road and exercise patience as several roadways in the City of Pembroke undergo construction work. Reports of impatient drivers cutting others off, speeding and aggressive driver actions have been …
The Valley remembers Royal Canadian Legion Barry’s Bay Branch 406 reminds you to wear your poppy to show you remember those who served. You can also show your support by attending some of the Remembrance Day events at the Legion Hall, 250 John Street, Barry’s Bay. Sunday, November 10 …
Mention health care in any crowded living room in the Valley and somebody will say they don’t have a family doctor. In that respect we’re exactly like the majority of rural communities across Canada. So how can we convince prospective healthcare providers that they should settle here? The Current recognizes …
Valley families needed to be well-equipped outside in the driving rain on Halloween night. The LeGendre family posed for us on their front lawn, having popped home to get some gloves for those frozen fingers. Michael and Sarah LeGendre (rear) are pretty creepy looking ghouls, while their kids were less …
The Brudenell Lyndoch and Raglan (BLR) Fire Chief is currently on paid leave after several allegations of misconduct have been levied against him since September by local resident Mike McCloskey. McCloskey has given The Current a copy of his complaint and other supporting documents. The allegations, which include three separate …
If you have purchased or built a new home in Ontario sometime during the last 40 years, you will no doubt have heard of Tarion. It is a private, non-profit organization which the Ontario government has empowered to administer and enforce the Ontario New Home Warranties Plan Act and Regulations. …
