Note: We are re-publishing this six-year-0ld article by James di Fiore to coincide with and explain our decision to cease publication of The Current with immediate effect. This decision should not come as a surprise in light of the reprehensible conduct of our elected bodies and their CAO which we …
It’s hard to believe, but this event happened 50 years ago this month. When I taught at Ridgemont High School in Ottawa before returning to Barry’s Bay, I was impressed with some of my students who were on their Reach for the Top team. So, in my second year at Madawaska Valley …
Impaired charges for three drivers in separate incidents Three drivers are facing charges after separate incidents in the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) detachment area. On Monday, October 12, 2026, at approximately 9:15 a.m., police conducted a traffic stop on Highway 60 in the Township of Killaloe-Hagarty-Richards. As …
Opinion/Editorial The Current recently published an editorial titled “MV lawyers vilified in searing exposé.” Shortly after publication we received an emailed comment to be published as a reader’s response to that editorial. It immediately aroused our suspicions because it contained completely false, and therefore defamatory, accusations against The Current, even …
The Huntsville O.P.P. detachment want the general public to be aware this is School Bus Safety Week. It is a public education initiative and an excellent way for parents, students, teachers, motorists, school bus operators, school administrators, and other interested parties – to join forces and address the importance of school …
Editorial If the above title seems familiar, that’s because it is the title of the public interest Petition which was the subject of our recent editorial, newsletter and video podcast. According to our independent online records, more than 1600 individuals have accessed one or more of the editorials and podcast. Yet as …
Doug De La Matter of Barry’s Bay had an extra reason to celebrate this Thanksgiving weekend – he took home a big win! And he has his wife to thank for it. She was the one who purchased the ticket, and the couple will now get to enjoy the winnings …
There is a lot of confusion in researching the history of the Mill on the pond on Brennan’s Creek because sometimes the building and dating of the Flour/Grist mill is confused with the building and dating of the sawmills that were built along the creek – sawmills of which there …
If you were unable to attend Tuesday night’s All Candidates Meeting in Barry’s Bay (maybe you were among the 50 or so Madawaska Valley residents denied entry), here’s your chance to see and hear what all twelve municipal candidates had to say – from the comfort of your own home. …
The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 406 Barry’s Bay needs your help. Legion Branch 406 is facing possible closure due to the fact that the President has resigned due to health issues. The 1st and 2nd Vice-Presidents are unable to step up. The Past President is now Zone Commander and cannot …
A new thermometer sign unveiled at the three-way stop in Barry’s Bay is putting a big community goal on display: $2.15 million for local healthcare by 2028. The St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation recently unveiled the new sign as it launches a community-wide effort to help address critical healthcare needs …
Important dates during the countdown to this year’s Municipal Election October is Canadian Libraries Month MV Public Library welcomes new members. During October all Library patrons and visitors can enter a draw to win a gift card. Did you know that Library membership includes free access to Kanopy where, along …
Editor’s Note: There are now improved links below to sign the Petition online and to collect signatures via hard copy. In our recent Editorial entitled “MV taxpayers have been victimized by their insurer” we promised to provide you with information about how to sign a public interest Petition, as well …
Officers across the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are currently investigating multiple instances of cellphone service provider fraud and are reminding the public to remain cautious of unsolicited phone calls. What does this fraud involve? Fraudsters are impersonating telecommunications company representatives and contacting individuals with offers of a free or heavily …
The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is reminding residents to understand local municipal regulations before operating electric scooters (e-scooters) and similar motorized devices. As the new school year begins, officers have observed an increase in e-scooter use by youth travelling to and from school. The OPP is …
