The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is counting on everyone this long weekend to make safety a priority on roads, trails and waterways. Over the last 10 years, Labour Day weekend has seen more collisions and fatalities on OPP-patrolled roads, trails and waterways than any other long weekend. Since 2015, there …
Editor’s Note: Helen Benn responded to The Current’s request with the following statement about her candidacy for Councillor in Madawaska Valley: Thank you for reaching out, and for The Current’s dedicated coverage of our municipal election. As a local property owner since 2010 and a practitioner at the Natural Health …
Editor’s Note: Robert Faulkner responded to The Current’s request with the following statement about his candidacy for Councillor in Madawaska Valley. To the Residents of Madawaska Valley: Our township is a place of unmatched natural beauty, deep rooted heritage, and resilient people. Over 10 years ago, my family chose to …
Congratulations to retired nurse Terry Jardeleza of Combermere, whose name was picked in the Week 18 draw! Terry is shown above with her winnings (Photo submitted) Having provided care at St. Francis Memorial Hospital for many years as a nurse, Terry understands the importance of healthcare close to home. This is …
Leading up to the 2026 municipal elections on October 26, a new survey from the Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA) finds that Ontarians want their municipal election candidates to prioritize solving the housing affordability crisis and support policy solutions that addresses the rising cost of living. Conducted by Abacus Data …
There’s a beautiful, wild, south-facing hillside, close to the Ottawa River, not too far upstream from Parliament Hill. It is densely forested with mature stands of deciduous and coniferous trees and partly surrounded by five named wetlands that drain through Perch Creek and Perch Lake into the Ottawa River. In …
Editor’s Note: Leigh Meadows responded to The Current’s request with the following statement about her candidacy for Councillor in Madawaska Valley. Thank you for reaching out, and for providing candidates with the opportunity to share what we hope to bring to Madawaska Valley Council. I am running because I care …
There’s plenty of summer time left to enjoy in the Valley. Here are a few coming events you may find of interest: Roller Skate this weekend in support of the Barry’s Bay and Area Skate Club. Join in the back-to-school event on Saturday, Aug.29th or come out to the final …
Municipal Elections Act, 1996 [Section 33 (5) to 37] NOTICE is hereby given to the Municipal Electors that during the period commencing May 1st, 2026 and closing on Nomination Day, August 21, 2026, the following persons filed all necessary papers, endorsements of nominations, declarations and fees, and as Clerk, I …
When Marie Villeneuve stepped into the mammography suite this June, it wasn’t just another appointment. It marked a milestone for both Marie and St. Francis Memorial Hospital (SFMH). She became the first patient to receive a mammogram on SFMH’s new mammography unit, made possible through the generosity of donors to …
This summer has been a lucky one for many supporters of local healthcare. More than $12,000 in weekly prizes have been won since The Current last reported on results of the popular weekly progressive lottery run by St. Francis Valley Healthcare. A case in point is last Thursday’s winner, Annie …
At close of the nomination period on Friday, 21st August, the following candidates had been nominated in the Township of Brudenell Lyndoch and Raglan. FOR MAYOR: QUADE, KEVIN SEAFILED, KENNETH FOR COUNCILLOR: In Ward 1: In Ward 2: The following Notice was posted on the BLR Township’s Facebook page: Retrieved …
Below are the names of those who have submitted nomination papers, as well as the office they are running for. This is an unofficial list, with the official list to be released by 4pm on Monday August 23 2026. Candidates for Mayor (one to be elected) Name Date Filed BLANK, Mary …
UNOFFICIAL LIST OF CANDIDATES MAYOR: ONE (1) to be elected at large Name Date Filed Time Filed BLANK, Mary May 1, 2026 8:45 a.m. COUNCILLOR: FOUR (4) to be elected at large Name Date Filed Time Filed SHULIST, David May 1, 2026 10:30 a.m. …
Countdown Moves is a series of community journeys connecting Countdown pebble mosaic monuments by paddling, walking, and rolling. Each step, roll, and paddle contributes to Countdown’s mission: creating safer communities and taking collective action to end gender-based violence. Countdown Moves: Registration & Accessibility The full event schedule, journey itineraries, and …
