Santa usually hopes for snow when he and his reindeers join the annual Madawaska Valley Lions Club parade through Barry’s Bay, but this year he had to be satisfied with a rainstorm instead. Lions Club Secretary Bill Schroeder praised the hundreds of residents who braved the elements to greet Santa. …
Renfrew County and District Health Unit released the following on Dec.1: As we enter the holiday season, Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) reminds residents of the importance of food safety. Reduce your risk of foodborne illness (“food poisoning”) by taking precautions when preparing, cooking, and storing food. Foodborne …
Members of the Renfrew County Crime Unit, of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), have charged one person after an investigation into an allegation of sexual assault. In October 2022, OPP began an investigation into a report of a historical sexual assault that occurred in Renfrew County. As a result, police …
The Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) would like to remind community members to be aware of the following scams especially during the holidays. Over the last few weeks, police have investigated several gift card scams, offers involving bank loans and credit line scams and emergency gift card …
Domestic incidents result in charges Police have laid several criminal domestic charges after responding to multiple domestic incidents over the last week. On November 23, 2022, members of the Killaloe Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to breach of conditions call for service at a residence in the …
The Madawaska Valley Council is about to consider whether to offer new contracts to its two current Integrity Commissioners, Guy Giorno, and Expertise for Municipalities (E4m). Their current four-year terms end on December 15 which will require CAO Sue Klatt to prepare a report to Council with her recommendations. Above: …
Editor’s Note: For the fifth consecutive year, The Current is pleased to offer this list of books for Christmas reviewed by Doreen Yakabuski. At this time of year, I seem to do a lot of writing: Christmas cards, a Christmas shopping list, menus for holiday get-togethers, and that very important letter …
The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating incidents of fraud targeting seniors. Renfrew OPP were informed that on November 18, 2022, an elderly couple from Burnstown, received a call from a male stating that he worked for the Ontario Electric Support Program (OESP). The male claimed …
Submitted by St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation. Help Give the Gift of Enhanced Images. Every Patient. Every Time. Imagine having to drive hours just to get the images you need to monitor a life-threatening condition. Travelling in daunting weather conditions and into unfamiliar territory is simply an added and unneeded …
Stopping impaired drivers from taking lives on our roads can be no less than a full, all-in collaboration between police, other road safety partners and Ontario citizens. It’s a message the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and its many partners hope will resonate strongly with Ontarians as the annual Festive R.I.D.E. …
On November 15 the new Council of Madawaska Valley held its inaugural meeting. Those who tuned in to watch via Zoom were disappointed to receive video only as CAO Suzanne Klatt presided over the swearing in of all members of Council, starting with mayor-elect Mark Willmer and the four Councillors …
Submitted by St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation A team of festive elves were making spirits bright on November 8. That day, at the Royal Canadian Legion, Barry’s Bay Branch 406, volunteers spent hours preparing letters and envelopes for the St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation’s annual Tree of Lights Campaign. Above, …
Annual winter driving safety tips submitted by OPP Central Region With winter conditions just around the corner, the Central Region Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) wish to share some winter driving tips to help motorists navigate the roadways when the snow starts falling: Be prepared for the unexpected. Give yourself some …
Submitted by St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation The Barry’s Bay Beer Store raised an impressive $5,455.85 this summer through the collection of empty bottles and monetary donations from patrons at the till. Proceeds are being directed toward the purchase of medical equipment at St. Francis Memorial Hospital through the St. …
One of Canada’s top directors and actors, Ted Dykstra, is going to speak to Stone Fence Theatre’s Annual General Meeting, which is being held virtually on November 29 at 7 p.m. Above: Ted Dykstra (Photo submitted) Ted Dykstra is an award-winning actor/director and a former professor of Chantal Elie-Sernoskie’s, Stone Fence …
