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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 …
Submitted by St.Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation An impressive $2,504 was raised in support of the St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation (SFVHF) and will be directed toward hospice palliative care services in the community. Thank you to Church Street Flowers and Jenna Stamplicoski for coordinating the annual holiday planter sale. A …
Editor’s Note: Madawaska Valley Fire Chief Corwin Quade provides these tips for a safe holiday, as well as the link below to a must-watch video (only 1 minute long) TIP 1 – HOLIDAY LIGHTS Use outdoor-rated LED lights and hang with nail-free clips this year. Cut your losses and toss …
Left things to the last minute? Don’t worry – Madawaska Valley Public Library (MVPL) has you covered with last minute gifts for the library lovers on your list. Festive treats and story-time Register your child to participate for MVPL’s Cookie Decorating activity on Saturday, Dec.20th at 11am and they’ll enjoy …
No ice is safe ice – Upper Ottawa Valley OPP As winter conditions set in, the Upper Ottawa Valley Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is urging extreme caution near bodies of water. Even when lakes or rivers appear frozen, remember, no ice is safe ice. Early-season ice is …
Valley residents attended the 25th annual Tree of Lights Celebration at the Barry’s Bay Railway Station to honour the memory of loved ones in the annual kick-off to the holiday season hosted by St.Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation (SFVHF). As usual Angels from local schools helped St.Francis Memorial Hospital Board Chair, …
The Madawaska Valley has once again shown that it is very much a caring community. The MV Food Bank’s annual fundraiser, the MooseFM Radiothon hosted last Friday at Yuill’s Independent and Metro, exceeded its goal this year. “The Radiothon is our major fundraiser each year,” said Paul Thompson of the MV Food …
A volunteer-run program is helping children throughout Renfrew County to get assessed for the vision care they need for success. Above: Audrey Cormack, of the Beachburg Lions, works with a student. (Photo submitted) Since 2024, the Killaloe and Area Lions Club has run a Vision Screening Program that visits area …
