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Local Library events are everywhere in our region this week, and most of them are free! Bonnechere Union Public Library Monday, July 29 is the final evening of the 2024 Bonnechere Authors Festival in Eganville. Award-winning Canadian actor, film and screenplay writer, and author Robert Bockstael will discuss his first …
Submitted by St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation. Last year, Gerard O’Malley attended the memorial butterfly release in Barry’s Bay. He was handed a single painted butterfly and watched as it bathed its delicate wings in the warm sunlight. A few moments later, it took flight, leaving Gerard following it with …
Attention Art Lovers! This weekend marks the Summer Studio Tour in the Madawaska Valley. This year 20 artists open their studios to visitors on both Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 5pm. The Summer Tour takes place on July 20-21, and the Fall Tour will happen on October 5-6. The …
Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for Renfrew County and District. Daytime maximum temperatures are expected to be near 29 degrees Celsius with humidex values near 40. There will be little relief at night as minimum temperatures are expected to be near 20 degrees Celsius. It is important to …
It is almost legend – the BeaverTails® pastry business, which has gone global as a Canadian symbol, was launched in the Killaloe area in the 1970s. Now, in celebration of its roots, the company is sponsoring a charity rally for cyclists and walkers on July 28 organized by the Killaloe …
Submitted by St.Francis Memorial Hospital St. Francis Memorial Hospital (SFMH) is extremely pleased to share that it has received approval of its Emergency Department (ED) Redevelopment Project Stage 2.3 submission, from the Ministry of Health. The approval means the construction drawings have been approved and the project will be moving …
Below are just a few of the many activities that Madawaska Valley Public Library offers this month. For more details, please see the library brochure, check out their Facebook page, or visit the website. On Wednesday, July 10, BIAK will be at the library at 10:30am for drumming and songs. …
Take thirty children, ten grades, a brand new teacher, a one room schoolhouse in rural Ontario and add a little twist and shout as the Swinging Sixties meet SS #7 in Stone Fence Theatre’s new musical comedy, Miss Pringle’s Mini-Skirt. Written by Johanna Zomers with Ish Theilheimer and Kathy Eisner, the two-act play casts a fond look back at the …
Fourteen teams rocked throughout the day for local healthcare on Friday, June 21. That day marked the third-annual Rockathon, where participants collect pledges and rock together at the Valley Manor Courtyard. Above: The Valley Manor Courtyard was packed with rockers, residents and visitors during Rockathon 2024. The event is organized …
Madawaska Valley Gardening Club offers an exciting range of unique gardens for you to explore during this summer’s Annual Garden Tour on Sunday July 7th between 10 am and 4 pm. Tickets cost $5 and come with details about each garden along with a self-guided tour map. You can buy …
The Pembroke Petawawa District Community Foundation held their annual general meeting on June 10, 2024 and there was plenty of good news on the agenda. In addition to the annual disbursement of community grants, the Foundation also unveiled a new partnership with the Renfrew County Ontario Winter Games committee and …
Art inspired by the Madawaska Valley Taylor Farquhar from the @theartofoutside is a featured artist at @Madawaska Coffee Co in downtown Barry’s Bay. She’s got loads of originals up on the walls, and also prints for budget conscious art shoppers. You can enjoy her work with your coffee in the …
Submitted by Diocese of Pembroke With great cause for rejoicing, I announce that today that our Holy Father, Pope Francis has named Reverend Michael Brehl, C.S.s.R. as the 10th Bishop of Pembroke. Father Brehl was born in Toronto in 1955 and entered the Congregation of the Most Holy Redeemed (Redemptorists) …
Editor’s Note: On June 18th Madawaska Valley announced three cooling centres in the Township. Environment Canada has issued a prolonged heat event for Renfrew County and District, beginning today. Dangerously hot humid conditions are expected through most of the week. Hot and humid air can also bring deteriorating air quality. …
Submitted by St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation An incredible $10,776 was raised through the sale of cookies during Smile Cookie Week, which ran from April 29 to May 5, 2024. Barry’s Bay Tim Hortons chose St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation (SFVHF) as the beneficiary of Smile Cookie Week with funds …
