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How will Valley parents keep the kids busy and out of trouble this March Break? The clever ones take advantage of quality children’s programming available from Madawaska Valley Public Library. Here’s a rundown of some activities and events planned for kids next week. Please be sure to register as early …
The many vendors of Killaloe Farmers Market are gearing up for a St.Patrick’s celebration on Saturday, March 7th from 10am to 2pm at the Lions Hall on Lake Street in Killaloe. It’s not just a market – this is a social event and it’s well worth the effort to go …
Ben McFadden of Lake St. Peter got the phone call of a lifetime when he discovered he had found the Ace of Spades in Week 22 of the St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation’s (SFVHF) Catch the Ace lottery. Above: Ben McFadden celebrates his $40,538 win. All photos submitted by St.Francis …
Friends of the Library should note this fun artist talk and demonstration happening on Saturday at 1pm at Madawaska Valley Public Library, 19474 Opeongo Line, Barry’s Bay. You can have a look at Carolyn’s wonderful artwork, hear about her process, and see a demonstration of her technique. About the artist …
The Ottawa River flows through an ancient rift valley that extends from near North Bay through Ottawa toward Montreal. The area is seismically active, and experiences dozens of minor earthquakes each year. Stronger earthquakes also occur such as the magnitude 5 quake in June 2010 that caused shaking, evacuations and damage in …
At the January 26, 2026 board meeting, the Madawaska Valley Public Library board honoured long-time volunteer Marie Landon, who passed away in February 2025. Above from left – standing: Claire Sullivan, Julia Beggs, Anne Marie Landon, Mary Blank, Mary Conway, Betty Kirby. In front: Teresa Ostapowicz, Colleen Golka. Photo: Madawaska …
The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is currently investigating after a victim in the Petawawa area recently lost over $4,000 through the bank investigator scam. In a bank investigator scam, fraudsters impersonate online merchants, bank staff, or law enforcement, claiming your account is compromised …
Submitted Colleen Lapello of Palmer Rapids is crocheting in support of local healthcare. Throughout 2026, she will be donating 100 percent of the proceeds from the sale of her blue and white crocheted angels toward the purchase of medical equipment at St. Francis Memorial Hospital. In addition to the angels, …
Submitted The St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation (SFVHF) recently received a generous Empowerment grant of $7,500 from Ontario Power Generation. Funds will go toward the purchase of essential medical equipment at St. Francis Memorial Hospital (SFMH), including patient beds, an IV pump, and more. Above from left: SFVHF Executive Director Erin Gienow, …
This poem is about the road which was built during the depression times in 1934 in Radcliffe Township which is now County Road 62 (formerly Hwy.62).The Current thanks Lois Yantha who found it when she was going through old papers and thought that our readers would like to see it. …
The Madawaska Valley Public Library offers you life-enriching resources and opportunities. Library patrons regularly take advantage of on-going activities every month such as Storytime for little ones every Wednesday morning, Chess Club (for beginners to expert), two adult Book Clubs, Lego Club to challenge your household’s creators, the Friday Walking …
Anhart, a Canadian non-profit housing developer, is bringing affordable townhomes to Barry’s Bay. The King’s Landing project addresses the growing housing affordability crisis in Renfrew County and the Ottawa Valley, offering entry-level homeownership for first-time buyers and families priced out of the market. Above: Artist’s rendering of the Barry’s Bay …
The ability to receive healthcare close to home plays a critical role in patient recovery, offering comfort through familiar surroundings, trusted caregivers, and the support of loved ones. That message resonated strongly with the community during the St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation’s (SFVHF) 2025 Tree of Lights Campaign, which raised …
Renfrew County and District Drug Strategy partners are alerting residents about an increase in overdoses and suspected overdose-related deaths in the Renfrew and Arnprior areas. Although specific substance(s) related to the overdoses have not been confirmed, it is important to remember that all street drugs must be considered highly toxic …
Submitted by St.Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation A new patient bed has been purchased for St. Francis Memorial Hospital (SFMH) thanks to an $8,000 grant from the Ontario Provincial Command Branches and Ladies’ Auxiliaries Charitable Foundation. The St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation (SFVHF) applied for the grant, which will support the …
