Hydro lines caught fire early this past Sunday morning near Palmer Rapids.  According to Fire chief Jordon Genrick the cause of the fire was something he says he’s never experienced before as fire chief.  “We actually had a transformer explode at a residence, not something that's very common. Even the hydro...

Algonquin Park's backcountry was previously closed to camping from March 31 to May 2, 2024, for the spring thaw. Ontario Parks announced on April 12th they will reopen with some restrictions.  To find the access Points that remain inaccessible or only available by 4wheel drive, visit the Ontario Parks website....

Over the last few weeks at least six different Bancroft homeowners signed up to have their driveways paved after a man showed up at their door with a quote for services. According to homeowner Kara McLewee the pavers had what looked to be proper equipment including a roller and a...

Jodie Norlock of Barry’s Bay, is the winner of the Catch the Ace week 27 draw. Her ticket was pulled in the St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation’s weekly draw.   Jodie purchased her ticket at Barry’s Bay Shell, and chose envelope number 27 because that’s her birthday. Her envelope revealed the Five of...

The Central Hastings Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating after one person was found dead, following an off-road vehicle incident.  First responders were called to a trail, north of Cleveland Road in Tudor and Cashel Township. OPP say a side-by-side off-road vehicle had left the trail and had...

The Renfrew County Community Poverty Action Network recently sent out a big "thank you" to the Barrys Bay Library. They say because of the library’s clothing drive they were able to refill their inventory of gently used snowsuits and boots. They say the amount of winter- wear they got...