Editorial On June 20, 2023 The Current published an editorial entitled “Seat of Wisdom’s fingerprints all over rejected anti-Pride Petition.” (Click HERE to read.) It referred readers to an earlier article we had published reporting on an exposé by the Canadian Anti-Hate Network (CAHN) about the conduct of Seat of …
Renfrew County Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario are bringing health care services to all youth ages 12-25. Anyone looking for in person health services should contact the Intake Coordinator. This free Health Services is open to area youths every Thursday at its Pembroke location (278 Nelson Street Street). More information is …
In Ontario, there are approximately 350,000 senior women living alone and 30 percent of them are living in poverty. With rental prices so high and vacancy rates so low, it is no surprise that single, senior women are struggling. That is why Senior Women Living Together (SWLT) is urgently expanding …
Congratulations are in order for fire fighter Monika Sawiak who has been promoted to Fire Captain of MV’s South Hall. Sawiak has served MV as a fire fighter in the South Hall for the past eleven years and is the first woman in the history of MV Fire Department to …
The year has started well for three lucky Weekly Prize winners in the Catch The Ace progressive lottery held by St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation. Vivian Recoskie of Whitney was the Week 8 winner of the Catch the Ace draw, with a ticket purchased at the Whitney Pharmacy. She chose …
The Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is urging all motorists to be cautious of animals after responding to property damage collisions involving deer, moose and racoons over the past week in the Killaloe Detachment area. If you spot an animal on the road ahead, stay in control, …
Winter is traditionally the time for gardeners to place their seed orders and make plans to start seedlings indoors. But green thumbs in Madawaska Valley use their January meeting for fun as well as planning. On Thursday, Jan.18 at the Opeongo Seniors Centre, 19 Stafford Street in Barry’s Bay, MV …
Festive RIDE ends with more than 1400 impaired driving charges With the provincial Festive RIDE campaign now concluded, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) laid 1,472 impaired driving charges against drivers who chose to ring in the new year facing the loss of their driver’s licence, other penalties and a criminal record. During the 47-day …
There is a secret power in Nature, in her forests and wild places, that can make us happy and healthy. All we have to do is spend time there on a regular basis. Above: A wild patch of “nearby Nature” in Ottawa (Riverview). Photo Lynn Jones Many people have experienced …
Dear Reader, You may have noticed a lack of activity on The Current recently and for this we apologize. There have been a few technical hitches over the holidays which are now resolved, and our website is back to normal. We hope that you had time to enjoy the holiday …
OPINION The fight to save the Pine River in Madawaska Valley encounters a bizarre clash of values — Commercial logging has traditionally been the main threat to Canadian forests. But now other competing interests join the foray leaving conservationists baffled. “Wheresoever the carcass is; there the eagles shall be found …
Submitted by St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation The Palmer Rapids and Area Lions Club have gathered again to support local healthcare services in the community. They recently provided $7,500, which includes a $5,000 donation to the St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation’s (SFVHF) Giving Tuesday Match-It Campaign, $2,000 from their Tree …
This Christmas the Madawaska Valley Public Library offers not just materials to borrow but also fun activities for all ages. You can pick up craft kits and STEM kits to do at home, bring your kids to a movie screening at the Library, or let them enjoy making crafts under …
Fatal motor vehicle collision in Algonquin Park Members of the Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a fatal motor vehicle collision. On December 8, 2023, around 3:50 p.m., District of Nipissing Paramedic Services and the Township of South Algonquin Fire Department responded alongside OPP to a …
The Ontario government is investing $11,696,103 to help renew and rehabilitate critical infrastructure in local municipalities and the County of Renfrew. The funding is being delivered through the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund (OCIF) and is part of the government’s plan to support economic growth and job creation. The allocations are …
