MPP John Yakabuski, pictured above at Santa Claus Parade in Barry’s Bay (photo Sharon Gardiner), has sent this December message to Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke residents: I’m always excited when I have the opportunity to talk about forestry, one of the bedrock industries in the province of Ontario and certainly one that played …
The Ontario government announced yesterday that it is taking steps to move to an open market for retail cannabis stores starting January 2020. It is achieving this by removing the cap on the number of private cannabis stores in the province and eliminating pre-qualification requirements for prospective retailers. Previously prospective …
On the agenda for Madawaska Valley’s Council in Committee meeting of December 3rd was an application for zoning by-law amendment in respect of 20 St. Francis Memorial Drive from Residential to Community Facility. The residence in question is opposite St. Francis Memorial Hospital (SFMH) and the application by SFMH to …
May I walk with you to Bethlehem To see this amazing sight Jesus the Son of God Who shall be born this glorious night Allow me the pleasure To bow before my king Behold His holy face My praises to him sing Let me have the opportunity To …
At the Council in Committee meeting held on December 3rd, members of council listened to a presentation made on behalf of the Ottawa Valley Cycling and Active Transportation Alliance (OVCATA). The Alliance was represented by Ish Theilheimer and Robert Howe, and they were accompanied by Deanne Farrar, owner of Ottawa …
Township of Laurentian Valley Reeve Debbie Robinson formally took the Oath of Office at today’s session of County Council and assumes the Office of the Warden of the County of Renfrew for a one-year term. Warden Robinson was elected by her peers amongst County Council, and defeated Councillor Tom Peckett …
First came the new lighting on the main street to create a festive atmosphere for Moonlight Madness. Next came the Angels to light the memorial Tree of Lights at the Railway Station. Finally, last Saturday came the annual Santa Claus Parade. The combination was a terrific trio that heralded the …
Here’s an article from the Barry’s Bay Review of 60 years ago that accompanied the photo above: Considerable ado was made over the sod shovelling as reported in last week’s Review. But there were doings previous to that, someone had to build the platform. The above activity followed a …
Deadline extended to provide input on strategic plan for Madawaska Valley The municipality’s online survey form was inadvertently closed earlier last week so Madawaska Valley has extended the deadline to Wednesday, December 11 saying, “If you haven’t already done so please take a few moments of your time to fill …
Renfrew County and District Health Unit offers these tips to help you stay safe and healthy when you get a tattoo or body piercing. Tattoo or body piercing can cause infections. If you want to decrease the risk of an infection, make sure the facility is inspected by Renfrew County …
There were bonuses at the Madawaska Valley Horticultural Society’s November meeting. Not only was it preceded by the annual Pot Luck Dinner where Society members and guests brought food to share — they also brought contributions for the Madawaska Valley Food Bank. The featured speaker was club director Ritsuko Honda …
On September 24 The Current published an article entitled “Come clean Mayor Love – what’s behind the attacks on The Current?” Click HERE to read.Rather than come clean, the mayor and her colleagues on council have instead resorted to playing dirty. As reported previously, when a letter of complaint and …
The parking lot at the Combermere Community Centre was packed on Saturday November 30 for the second annual Holiday Market. Nearly all of the regular Barry’s Bay and Combermere farmers market vendors participated, but there were also quite a few surprises in store for holiday shoppers. A great variety of …
Valley Manor residents and visitors kicked off the holiday season with a recital performed by the students of Madawaska Valley Dance Studio on November 30. MV Dance owner, Chelsea Clarke, said this was the first opportunity the children had to perform all together. Although there was a wide range of …
Editor’s note: The Current has received the following news release from MP Cheryl Gallant, shown above with members of Local 639 of the Union of National Defence Employees (photo submitted) Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke – Cheryl Gallant, MP is calling on the federal government to stop wasting taxpayer dollars on useless studies and …
