On Earth Day 2026, lest we all get depressed by the overabundance of bad news swamping the airwaves lately, here is a hopeful message to consider: A stable climate on Planet Earth is largely maintained by living beings. Healthy soils, mature forests, diverse plants, animals, fungi and microbes, all work …
The St. Francis Valley Healthcare (SFVH) Foundation is proud to announce the launch of its 10th Catch the Ace progressive lottery, giving participants another exciting opportunity to win while supporting vital local healthcare. Kicking off in Week 1, this round features a guaranteed progressive jackpot of $5,000 for anyone who …
Today is the final day of the Opeongo Heritage Cup tournament at the Paul J. Yakabuski Community Centre, 55 Arena Road, Barry’s Bay – a great way to ensure March ends with plenty of heritage fun. Art in Changing Times Show and Share Ottawa Valley Community Arts brings this special …
Ottawa Valley resident down $100k in crypto investment scam Petawawa resident has reportedly lost more than $100,000 in a long-standing cryptocurrency investment scam. On Wednesday March 25, 2026, at approximately 1:30 p.m., members of the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were notified of the …
A joint statement circulated on March 26th by Algonquins of Pikwàkanagàn First Nation outlines the importance of a collaboration between a unified Algonquin team and the Ottawa Sens that is expected to have significant local impact, saying: “After many years of talks and negotiations, real progress is being made on …
Canadian Army Reserve personnel from 33 Canadian Brigade Group (33 CBG) will conduct transport and supply convoys on roads and highways between multiple Ontario communities and Petawawa, Ontario on March 20 & 27, 2026. Similar return traffic can be expected March 22 & 29, 2026, on the same routes. Canadian …
In April Madawaska Valley Hospice Palliative Care (MV Hospice) will hold a four-day training program for aspiring hospice volunteers. The Current asked MV Hospice Bereavement Services and Volunteer Coordinator, Jenna Stamplicoski, to tell us more about the role of a hospice volunteer. Jenna said, “At Madawaska Valley Hospice Palliative Care, …
We at The Current send our best St. Patrick’s Day wishes to all Valley folk who consider themselves Irish (and who doesn’t? At least for today!) Madawaska Valley Gardening Club Thursday, Mar.19 at Opeongo Seniors Centre, 19 Stafford Street, Barry’s Bay. Social time at 7pm, monthly meeting starts at 7:30pm. …
How will Valley parents keep the kids busy and out of trouble this March Break? The clever ones take advantage of quality children’s programming available from Madawaska Valley Public Library. Here’s a rundown of some activities and events planned for kids next week. Please be sure to register as early …
The many vendors of Killaloe Farmers Market are gearing up for a St.Patrick’s celebration on Saturday, March 7th from 10am to 2pm at the Lions Hall on Lake Street in Killaloe. It’s not just a market – this is a social event and it’s well worth the effort to go …
Ben McFadden of Lake St. Peter got the phone call of a lifetime when he discovered he had found the Ace of Spades in Week 22 of the St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation’s (SFVHF) Catch the Ace lottery. Above: Ben McFadden celebrates his $40,538 win. All photos submitted by St.Francis …
Friends of the Library should note this fun artist talk and demonstration happening on Saturday at 1pm at Madawaska Valley Public Library, 19474 Opeongo Line, Barry’s Bay. You can have a look at Carolyn’s wonderful artwork, hear about her process, and see a demonstration of her technique. About the artist …
The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a swatting incident. On Wednesday February 25, 2026, UOV officers responded to a report of threats indicating that someone had been shot in Barry’s Bay. Multiple resources, including members of the Emergency Response Team, were deployed …
As part of its plan to protect Ontario, the government is investing $531,187 to help the township of Madawaska Valley resurface Opeongo Line. The funding is being delivered through the 2026-27 Connecting Links program, which helps maintain vital roads and bridges, keeping workers on the job, supporting the movement of …
The Ottawa River flows through an ancient rift valley that extends from near North Bay through Ottawa toward Montreal. The area is seismically active, and experiences dozens of minor earthquakes each year. Stronger earthquakes also occur such as the magnitude 5 quake in June 2010 that caused shaking, evacuations and damage in …
