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The Renfrew County District School Board’s (RCDSB) Board of Trustees is pleased to endorse the recommendation from the School Naming Committee, of the merged JK-12 school in Barry’s Bay, formerly Sherwood Public School and Madawaska Valley District High School, now officially named Madawaska Valley District School. A well-attended, open to the public, …
The Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police is sharing reminders about frauds and scams with community residents. Emergency – Is a supposed loved one reaching out to you because they need money immediately and you’re the only one they trust to keep it a secret? Resist the urge to act immediately …
The Provincial Carjacking Joint Task Force (PCJTF) is pleased to announce the results of enforcement actions against those responsible for violent vehicle crimes in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), including carjackings and home invasions for the purpose of vehicle theft. Since September 21, 2023, the PCJTF’s efforts have resulted in: …
Submitted by Madawaska Valley Fire Chief Corwin Quade Over the past few months, the Madawaska Valley Fire Department has responded to four fire alarm calls in which the fire alarms were intentionally pulled. False alarms are a serious safety concern because we respond to them as emergencies. This makes crews …
Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) has completed its annual review of allelementary and secondary student immunizations. RCDHU is in the process of mailingImmunization Notice letters to students either missing one or more required vaccines, or if theirimmunization record has not been submitted to RCDHU. The Immunization of School …
The Writers Collective of Canada (WCC) has launched a series of workshops for Veteran women. No writing experience is necessary to join the virtual sessions of A Force for Women. In sending information about the program to Legion Branches, Shelley Lepp, WCC Co-Executive Director, said, “WCC workshops build connection with …
Renfrew County Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario are bringing health care services to all youth ages 12-25. Anyone looking for in person health services should contact the Intake Coordinator. This free Health Services is open to area youths every Thursday at its Pembroke location (278 Nelson Street Street). More information is …
In Ontario, there are approximately 350,000 senior women living alone and 30 percent of them are living in poverty. With rental prices so high and vacancy rates so low, it is no surprise that single, senior women are struggling. That is why Senior Women Living Together (SWLT) is urgently expanding …
The year has started well for three lucky Weekly Prize winners in the Catch The Ace progressive lottery held by St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation. Vivian Recoskie of Whitney was the Week 8 winner of the Catch the Ace draw, with a ticket purchased at the Whitney Pharmacy. She chose …
The Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is urging all motorists to be cautious of animals after responding to property damage collisions involving deer, moose and racoons over the past week in the Killaloe Detachment area. If you spot an animal on the road ahead, stay in control, …
Winter is traditionally the time for gardeners to place their seed orders and make plans to start seedlings indoors. But green thumbs in Madawaska Valley use their January meeting for fun as well as planning. On Thursday, Jan.18 at the Opeongo Seniors Centre, 19 Stafford Street in Barry’s Bay, MV …
There is a secret power in Nature, in her forests and wild places, that can make us happy and healthy. All we have to do is spend time there on a regular basis. Above: A wild patch of “nearby Nature” in Ottawa (Riverview). Photo Lynn Jones Many people have experienced …
Submitted by St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation The Palmer Rapids and Area Lions Club have gathered again to support local healthcare services in the community. They recently provided $7,500, which includes a $5,000 donation to the St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation’s (SFVHF) Giving Tuesday Match-It Campaign, $2,000 from their Tree …
This Christmas the Madawaska Valley Public Library offers not just materials to borrow but also fun activities for all ages. You can pick up craft kits and STEM kits to do at home, bring your kids to a movie screening at the Library, or let them enjoy making crafts under …
To the untrained eye, wetlands such as swamps, ponds, marshes and bogs, look pretty ordinary. It’s easy to take them for granted or see them as wasted land that could be drained and put to better use. But wetlands are very special places that are teeming with life and they …
