Lest we forget For decades the Barry’s Bay Legion and its members have supported our amalgamated communities in untold ways. I, as a nearly fifty year resident in the now named Madawaska Valley Township wish to thank the Barry’s Bay Legion for undertaking, once more, the Veterans’ Banner Program. Above: …
Madawaska Valley Fire Chief Corwyn Quade advises MV residents that Test Your Smoke Alarm Day is this Thursday, September 28, 2023. Having an official day reminding us to test our smoke alarms is designed to try to ensure smoke alarms across Ontario are working. Image: Twitter/Ontario Fire Marshal #SavedByTheBeep The …
The Pembroke Regional Hospital Foundation is excited to announce that the Ace of Spades has been “caught” on week #49 in their Catch the Ace lottery supporting the Cancer Care Campaign. The lucky winner, Jason Leblanc of Petawawa, took home an amazing prize of $692,322! Jason’s winning ticket #WW-6066942 was …
OPINION Submitted by Christopher Huggett, retired Conservation Biologist. All photos supplied by the author. Introduced to Algonquin Park in the 1980s by mentor and friend, Ornithologist Monty Brigham, I have witnessed dramatic technological, demographic, and infrastructure changes to accommodate the interests of tourism, forestry and cottagers. As a sound technician …
A portion of the proceeds raised from the Summers’ Annual Fishing Derby were donated to the St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation (SFVHF) recently. This year marked the 25th anniversary of the derby, with 41 teams enjoying a day on the Bonnechere River. Mike Summers says it has been a family organized …
Tuesday’s Regular Council meeting saw Madawaska Valley Council grapple yet again with the concept of Development Charges – this time to discuss an August 30th Renfrew County workshop presentation that included scenarios for implementing DCs in all County municipalities. The materials listed some 19 infrastructure costs where DCs could be …
As of 12:00 a.m. on September 14, 2023 the Township of Madawaska Valley has reduced the Fire Ban to Level 2 (Yellow). This means that night burning only is allowed with a permit, the exceptions being camp fires or cooking fires no larger than 60 cm x 60 cm (2 …
The Current has today received confirmation from the Ontario Court of Justice at Pembroke that all criminal charges against Fr. Christopher Shalla, formerly of St. Hedwig Parish, Barry’s Bay, have been withdrawn at the request of the Crown. On June 28, 2022 we reported that Killaloe OPP had laid multiple …
Fatal ATV collision under investigation OPP continue to investigate a collision that resulted in the death of one person. On September 2, 2023, just before 5:00 p.m., members of the Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), along with paramedics responded to a single-vehicle collision involving an all-terrain vehicle …
The Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) patrolled the roadways over the past long weekend, with a focus on the “BIG 4”. Impaired Driving – Driving while your ability is affected by alcohol and or drugs is a criminal offence in Canada. If convicted, you could lose your licence, be …
Submitted by St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation A total of 38 teams gathered at the Homestead at Wolf Ridge Golf Course for the 19th annual Friends of St Francis Charity Golf Tournament. Above: Golfers gather for the shotgun start. Photo submitted. Running in conjunction with the tournament was the popular …
Ontario NDP leader Marit Stiles to visit Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke Aug.28 Marit Stiles, Leader of the Official Oppostion and Ontario NDP, will visit the riding on Monday, Aug.28. Visits are planned with local business owners, farmers, elected officials and local organizers, as well as tours of important local facilities are on the …
Submitted by Madawaska Valley Public Library Every Wednesday afternoon this summer, a small group of children has met at the library for Summer Reading Club. Part of the TD Summer Reading Club initiative, each week they read stories, made crafts and played games based on a theme. A highlight of …
Two of the most popular summer activities in the Valley – golf and boating – have resulted in significant funds raised for local healthcare, reported St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation after two cheque presentations earlier this week. Friends and family members of the late Lorna Hudder gathered to remember their …
Police investigate thefts from vehicles in Barry’s Bay Police are currently investigating two separate incidents involving thefts from vehicles. On August 15, 2023, just before 9:00 a.m., officers from the Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a theft call for service on Bay Street in the …
