Opinion It’s always interesting to watch the media spin around Madawaska Valley’s own so-called arch-right-wing ultra-conservative super-traditional-Catholic John-Henry Westen. The fact that LifeSiteNews announced his sudden departure from the role of CEO and Editor-in-Chief was newsworthy in itself. Westen was a co-founder of LifeSiteNews and had served in that role …
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) will hold a townhall meeting for residents of Quadeville on Saturday, July 12, 2025. This meeting is being held to speak with community residents regarding the recent attack on a young child in the area. The meeting is open to the public and media, but …
An individual has been charged with attempted murder in connection with an attack on a child in Quadeville, southeast of Barry’s Bay. On Monday, June 23, 2025, shortly after 9:00 p.m., officers with the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), OPP Emergency Response Team and …
This summer and fall, Stone Fence Theatre presents an updated version of one of its most popular shows, High Times at the Heart Institute, by the company’s producer, Ish Theilheimer. It is a musical comedy tribute to Canada’s health care system inspired by Ish’s own experience as a patient at the University of …
Police are continuing to investigate an incident that left a young child with serious injuries in Quadeville, southeast of Barry’s Bay. On Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at approximately 12:30 a.m., officers with the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to reports that a child …
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is continuing to investigate an incident that left a young child with potentially life-threatening injuries in Quadeville, southeast Barry’s Bay. On Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at approximately 12:30 a.m., officers with the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment responded to reports that a child had been …
The Tour de BeaverTails® – a community cycling and walking tour – in Killaloe, Ontario, goes again on July 6, 2025, building on last year, when more than 150 riders and hikers raised more than $10,000 for local vision care. Last year’s event, the first ever, was wildly popular with participants, …
Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for all of Renfrew County and District. A significant heat event with dangerously hot and humid conditions will begin Sunday afternoon and is expected to continue until at least Tuesday. Daytime maximum temperatures are expected to be between 31 and 36 degrees Celsius …
The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating after multiple stop signs were damaged in Barry’s Bay. On June 17, 2025, the UOV OPP began investigating after a town official reported that 24 stop signs were either damaged, spray painted or removed at various …
Members of the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a serious two-vehicle collision involving a passenger car and SUV in Madawaska Valley Township. On June 16, 2025, at approximately 2:15 p.m. police were called to the collision on Combermere Road. Preliminary investigation indicates that …
Free fishing Fathers Day weekend This Father’s Day weekend, Canadian residents can fish for free across Ontario on June 14 and 15. “This Father’s Day weekend, take the opportunity to head outdoors, cast a line and create lasting memories with the people who matter most,” said Mike Harris, Minister of …
If you enjoyed the Bay Day sidewalk sale on May 24 Weekend, you may have rested your weary self by sitting on one of the remarkable log benches that have re-appeared along the Opeongo Line. Above: Claudia Van Wijk (Madawaska Kanu Centre/OWL Rafting) and Sigrid Geddes (Sigrid Naturals) try out …
Every May we recognize the efforts of the many volunteers in Madawaska Valley. Retired MPP John Yakabuski was keynote speaker at the 2025 Volunteer Appreciation lunch held at the Royal Canadian Legion Barry’s Bay Branch 406 at the end of last month. Below is an excerpt from his address that …
Nearly two-dozen people have been arrested, with more arrests and charges expected after a drug trafficking investigation in Pembroke. Above: Items seized by OPP. On Thursday, May 22 and Wednesday, June 4, 2025, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) executed search warrants at residences on Martin Street and Pembroke Street West …
Madawaska Valley Public Library kicks off June with an exciting outer space event this week called Astronomy in Action. This planetarium experience at the Paul J. Yakabuski Community Centre on Friday, June 6 is offered in two shows – a family one at 5pm (Sorry, sold out) and another at …
