A new year! A resolve to accomplish a personal goal to improve health and well-being often comes with the New Year. Sadly, statistics show that 88% of those who make resolutions do not see them through. Patients tell me time and again, “I tried to exercise more or I …
Photo: Sharon Gardiner Wow, I’m shocked! I just read that Canada is the top producer of garbage per person in the world! How can that be?! We share environmental ideas on a global level (e.g. the historic Paris Climate Change Conference, United Nations Conference). From the outside it looks like …
If you were cast away on a Desert Island, what books or music would you want with you? This month Karen Filipkowski, CEO Madawaska Valley Public Library, reveals her Desert Island picks. My idea of a perfect getaway is a cabin in the woods, a stack of books, and …
Gidday! I am very excited to contribute to The Madawaska Valley Current – a creative community-building endeavour. This is the first time I have been a columnist in a publication. I am grateful for the opportunity since I can consolidate two of my passions: the Madawaska Valley and writing. …
Photo: Harrison Haines What to Watch when Winter Woes Weigh you Down Eastern Ontario is in the grips of yet another cold snap, which means you’re either out enjoying fresh ice or out complaining about the fresh ice. Either way, you’re likely looking for some way to warm up …
Would you like some cheese with that whine? Got something to whine about? Add your suggestions for improving life in the Valley here …
Welcome to The Madawaska Valley Current, your free online community newspaper. The Current will cover local news and events with a particular emphasis on: economic development and its potential impact, favourable or otherwise, on the area balanced, unbiased investigation of local issues and the accountability of elected officials informed discussion …
