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OSPCA Winter Pet tips
The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society reminds pet guardians to take extra precautions to keep animals safe during cold weather. Cats, short-coated dogs and puppies are particularly vulnerable in cold te...
Jan 22, 2021
Bonnechere Manor in Renfrew hopes to start vaccinations early in February
Renfrew County long-term care homes are hoping to start vaccinating residents, staff and essential caregivers early in February. On Monday (January 18th), long-term care administrators were told by th...
Jan 22, 2021
Child leads Quebec police on chase in stolen vehicle
A youngster thought it was a good idea to steal a car and lead Outaouais-area police on a low-speed chase that ended only after the SQ deployed a spike strip. According to reports, around 4pm yesterda...
Jan 22, 2021
LV Skating Trail set to open Sunday
The Laurentian Valley Skating Trail opens on Sunday. The trail will be open 7 days a week from 10am to 4pm. During the week 25 people are allowed on the ice at a time. Since volunteers will be on site...
Jan 22, 2021 Entrance to the Four Seasons Trail in Laurentian Valley during the winter skating season.
300 students to get free PSW training thanks to $2.4-million in provincial funding
The Ontario government has announced $2.4-million to train up to 300 personal support workers (PSWs) for long-term care homes in the Ottawa area. The pilot scholarship program is being delivered at no...
Jan 21, 2021
Survey helps to set local priorities
Completing the Labour Market Group's EmployerOne survey may be the last thing on your mind- but you have until February 26th to do so. This survey targets Renfrew and Lanark businesses in order to ide...
Jan 21, 2021
Ontario Health Coalition determined to hold Ford's feet to the fire
The Ontario Health Coalition (OHC) continues to push for better treatment of the Province's seniors who reside in long-term care settings. The OHC disputes Premier Ford's assessment that everything is...
Jan 21, 2021
Renfrew County reports 2nd COVID-19 related death
The second COVID-19 related death is being reported in Renfrew County. The Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) says 61 individuals have tested positive for COVID-19 in January, with a week...
Jan 21, 2021
Local Accountant says filing taxes for 2020 will be different due to pandemic
With tax season quickly approaching, it's important to include your COVID-19 benefits from the government during 2020 in your return. Local Accountant Christopher Carroll says for those who did receiv...
Jan 21, 2021
Schools in Renfrew County able to reopen on Monday, January 25th
Schools in Renfrew County are able to reopen for in-person learning on Monday (January 25th, 2021). The announcement was made this afternoon by Education Minister Stephen Lecce. Additional safety meas...
Jan 20, 2021
