Editor’s note: OPP have today released this Update regarding a shooting incident The Current reported on Feb.24. The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an individual after a shooting incident in Pembroke. On February 23, 2024, just before 6:30 a.m., OPP responded to …
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has called off its search for the source of emergency flares, seen in the Palmer Rapids area, west of Renfrew. A resident of the Township of Madawaska Valley called the Killaloe OPP on February 25, 2024, around 12:30 a.m. to report seeing a flare in …
The Ottawa Valley Tourist Association has launched the 2024 Tourism Awards which recognise and honour tourism champions across the Ottawa Valley. The Ottawa Valley Tourism Awards are presented annually by the Ottawa Valley Tourist Association (OVTA) to individuals, businesses, and events that recognize the importance of working together for the …
The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a shooting incident in Pembroke. On February 23, 2024, just before 6:30 a.m., OPP received a call about shooting at a location on McKenzie Street. The victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment with …
Madawaska Valley Public Library Madawaska Valley Gardening Club Thursday,Feb.29 at 7pm at the Opeongo Seniors Centre, 19 Stafford St., Barry’s Bay: The February meeting of the MV Gardening Club that was cancelled due to a snowstorm has been re-scheduled. Share seeds, trade houseplants and hear speaker Donna Marie Cybulski on …
Renfrew County Real Estate Board (RCREB) figures for January 2024 reveal the number of homes sold through the MLS® System of the RCREB totaled 72 units in January 2024. This was a substantial gain of 33.3 percent from January 2023. Sale prices While the average price of homes sold in …
Community organizations can apply for funding for initiatives benefiting Ontarians aged 55+ Applications are now open for the Ontario Seniors Community Grant Program. The seniors grants support local, not-for-profit community groups and organizations to deliver programs and learning opportunities for Ontarians aged 55+. Every year, the Ontario government provides hundreds …
Public assistance sought in theft of mail investigation Police are currently investigating a theft of mail incident. On February 14, 2024, just before 6:30 p.m., police responded to a theft call for service on Linkage Lane, in the Township of Killaloe, Hagarty and Richards. Several packages were reported stolen from …
Call it good karma or just plain good luck, but the Week #16 Catch the Ace winner now has quite the story to tell! It all started when Richard Shulist was enjoying dinner at the Balmoral with his Wolves Alumni crew. Without any hesitation, Richard footed the bill for the group. Tommy …
The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a fatal collision that occurred on Highway 17 in Laurentian Valley Twp. On February 17, 2024, just after 8:00 p.m., OPP responded to a collision that claimed the life of a woman. No one else was …
Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) has officially been in operation for 60 years. A media release distributed earlier this year stated that during the past six decades RCDHU has played an essential role in protecting and promoting the health of our community with services dedicated to preventing disease …
The Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) will be participating in Snowmobile Safety Week which is part of the OPP’s Provincial Traffic Safety Strategy. The campaign ends Monday, February 19, 2024. The aim of the campaign is to raise awareness about safe snowmobiling, and to prevent snowmobilers from …
No injuries in collision involving school bus The Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigated a recent collision involving a school bus where one of the drivers has been charged. On February 9,2024, just after 7:00 a.m., officers responded to a two-vehicle collision involving a passenger car and …
The Local Immigration Partnership – Lanark & Renfrew seeks your input on what diverse, fun and informative activities will be involved at the Third Annual Culture Connect. This is a general call for volunteers, businesses, organizations, performers, cooks, philanthropists and more who are looking for an exciting opportunity to join …
Concerned Citizens of Renfrew County and Area, Ralliement contre la pollution radioactive and the Canadian Coalition for Nuclear Responsibility have launched a legal challenge to the recent decision by the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) to license the construction of a giant radioactive waste mound beside the Ottawa River, 180 km north-west …
