Three local residents have partnered with the Village Playhouse to bring the Oscar-winning documentary No Other Land to Bancroft Thursday. Described by Variety as a film that “could open hearts and change minds,” No Other Land is a collaborative work created by both Palestinian and Israeli filmmakers. The production's synopsis is described as being "born from...

The Bancroft Lions Club raised more than $5,000 during its annual Pet Valu Walk for Guide Dogs, held in support of the Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides program. “It was a great day walking in support of the program,” club member Steve Scalley told MooseFM. Local Dairy Queen owner Laverne...

Acclaimed illusionist Nicholas Wallace brings his mixture of magic and storytelling to the Village Playhouse Saturday. Entitled A Work of Fiction, it walks the line between truth and illusion. Wallace, known for his eerie charm and unpredictable style, has earned accolades across North America, including appearances on America’s Got Talent and Penn & Teller: Fool Us, where...

OPP say a lengthy drug trafficking investigation in Pembroke has led to 23 arrests and the seizure of a significant quantity of drugs, cash, and firearms, with more arrests expected in the coming days. The OPP executed search warrants at two homes on Martin Street and Pembroke Street West on...

Environment Canada has issued a Special Air Quality Statement for Barry's Bay and surrounding as wildfire smoke blankets the region. The agency says smoke is expected to cause poor air quality and reduced visibility through today and possibly into Friday. Residents are being advised to limit time outdoors, especially vulnerable people...

“It’s game on,” says Kelly Wallace of local conservation group Think Turtle Initiative. According to Wallace, turtle nesting season is about to kick into high gear now that warmer weather has arrived. "Because the nighttime temperatures are finally going to be double digits and consistently like that, and the turtles like...