Mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus have been confirmed in the Town of Arnprior. Every year, the Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) monitors West Nile virus activity through 14 mosquito traps across Renfrew County and District. Mosquitoes from the traps are collected weekly and tested for West Nile virus …
Every summer Madawaska Valley Public Library offers you much more than just materials to borrow such as books, DVD and puzzles. Here are some additions to a full calendar of children’s programming. Evening events Artist of the Month for August, Jessica Lin, talks about her work now on display at …
An August tradition – Killaloe Fair This weekend marks the annual Killaloe Craft and Community Fair – a summertime tradition in the Valley since the mid-1970s. The not-for-profit outdoor community festival is run by volunteers and offers a multitude of activities and events: makers market, camping, live music, DJ stage, …
More than 2X speed limit results in charge The Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is reminding motorists that aggressive driving is dangerous and is a leading factor in fatal motor vehicle collisions on OPP patrolled roads. On August 4, 2024, just before 9:30 a.m., members of the …
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) continues to offer support to the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation, which declared a State of Emergency December 1, 2023, in response to opioid related harms affecting the community and its members. On August 2, 2024, around 3:00 p.m., members of the Ontario Provincial Police …
The Barry’s Bay Farmers Market lost a long time helper when Joe Laderoute passed away peacefully at home on July 20th. (Above left, shown with market vendor Andrea Budarick. Photo MVACL) The Current was alerted to his death by Andrea, who referred to him as her “market security detail” and …
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is hosting a recruitment event to support candidates on their journey to becoming police officers. OPP Bound, Bilingual Edition is being held on August 22, 2024, at Collège La Cité in Ottawa. Interactive OPP Bound events are hosted periodically and throughout the province to support …
This year’s Memorial Butterfly Release organized by Madawaska Valley Hospice Palliative Care (MVHPC) and St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation (SFVHF) took place at Water Tower Park in Barry’s Bay in the sunshine on Sunday July 28. Participants enjoyed tranquil music from the YoYo Mamas as they awaited the signal to …
BRANT, Joseph Clayton (1938 – 2024) Joseph passed away in his sleep on July 9 2024 at home in Barry’s Bay with his son, Jake, by his side. He is survived by his wife, Charlene, his sister, Denise, and his brother, Ron. Joseph was a hard worker, and a loving …
Joseph Brant (July 9 2024) BRANT, Joseph Clayton (1938 – 2024) Joseph passed away in his sleep on July 9 2024 at home in Barry’s Bay with his son, Jake, by his side. He is survived by his wife, Charlene, his sister, Denise, and his brother, Ron. Joseph was a …
Local Library events are everywhere in our region this week, and most of them are free! Bonnechere Union Public Library Monday, July 29 is the final evening of the 2024 Bonnechere Authors Festival in Eganville. Award-winning Canadian actor, film and screenplay writer, and author Robert Bockstael will discuss his first …
The Renfrew County Real Estate Board (RCREB) recently updated their online sales figures* for last month. Their report on local residential sales reads: When considering these figures, it is important to keep in mind that Madawaska Valley is just one region of the County, and indeed that Renfrew County is …
Submitted by St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation. Last year, Gerard O’Malley attended the memorial butterfly release in Barry’s Bay. He was handed a single painted butterfly and watched as it bathed its delicate wings in the warm sunlight. A few moments later, it took flight, leaving Gerard following it with …
Motorcyclist injured in Algonquin Highlands crash The Haliburton Highlands Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a collision in Algonquin Highlands Township, which resulted in a motorcyclist sustaining life-threatening injuries. On July 22, 2024, at approximately 9:13 p.m., the Haliburton Highlands OPP, EMS, and Algonquin Highlands Fire responded …
Attention Art Lovers! This weekend marks the Summer Studio Tour in the Madawaska Valley. This year 20 artists open their studios to visitors on both Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 5pm. The Summer Tour takes place on July 20-21, and the Fall Tour will happen on October 5-6. The …
