Trevor Smith-Millar

News reporter for the Moose. Grown in Winchester, blossomed in Ottawa. Did the university thing, worked in the bar, now following the passion. Writing is my passion, I like to bike around and I keep my thumb on the news. If it happened, chances are I've heard about it.

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Renfrew County SPCA sharing tips for back to school

Your furry friend may be anxious as back-to-school season starts. That’s according to the SPCA in Renfrew County, saying there may be days when your furry friend is home alone....

OPP reminding public of school bus road safety guidelines

With school already underway for some kids and starting soon for others, police are urging you to drive carefully in the morning and afternoon when you see buses on...

East Region OPP out in force for Labour Day Weekend

Police will be on patrol for the final weekend of the summer. The East Region detachments of the OPP will be focusing on what they call “The Big Four”. This...

Fall wild turkey hunting tags now available

Anyone planning to hunt for turkeys in Ontario this October can now purchase tags. Wild turkey tags cost $26.33 each, and only one is allowed per hunter. You’ll also need...

Foundation’s Online Auction closes Friday at 5 PM

The golf tournament may be full, but you will still have time to bid on items to raise money for local healthcare. The St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation’s Online Auction...

More cottagers using waterfront properties year-round, says Association

It seems like more people are using their cottages all year. A recent Federation of Ontario Cottagers Association survey found that one in four respondents to a recent survey found...

County of Renfrew offers congratulations for local phragmite cleanup

The County of Renfrew is offering congratulations to a local lake association for their removal of an invasive species from a roadside in Barry’s Bay. The County has acknowledged the...

Voter Lookup online service closes September 1st

If you haven’t registered as a voter in this year’s municipal election yet, the process is about to become more difficult. VoterLookup.ca, an online service hosted by the Municipal Property...

Algonquins of Ontario to provide latest update in treaty negotiations

Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation are invited to see how land-claim negotiations are going. The Algonquins of Ontario (AOO) will...

Lake St. Peter Property Owners Association holding labour day food drive

Property owners around Lake St. Peter will be chipping in to help the Maynooth Food Bank. They are holding a...

OPP locate kayaker’s body

A body in the Lower Madawaska River has been found. That's according to the Killaloe detachment of the OPP. Police...

All Candidates Forum hosted by the Madawaska Valley Public Library

You’ll get your first chance to meet those running in this fall’s municipal election. The Madawaska Valley Public Library is...

Renfrew County ATV Club hosting Loggers Loop Event

The Renfrew County ATV Club wants to get people out on the trails this fall. They are hosting a ride...

South Algonquin landfills to start taking recyclable items

You can now start recycling in South Algonquin Township. Effective immediately, the two waste collection sites are now accepting recyclable...

Barry’s Bay Terry Fox Run set for September

Barry’s Bay will be raising money for cancer research this fall. The run will be taking place in-person on Sunday,...

Hazardous Waste Day coming to Madawaska Valley

You’ll be able to get rid of some trash this weekend in Barry’s Bay. Madawaska Valley is holding a Hazardous...
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Latest News

Taste of the Valley series rolls on in Cobden

Up to 165 vendors are expected on Oct. 17 at Cobden Fairgrounds.

Give some thanks to safe driving this holiday weekend

Police say Thanksgiving weekends have the second highest number of fatalities among all long weekends in Ontario.

Health unit encourages RSV immunization for infants, high-risk children

Appointments can be booked at the RCDHU’s online appointment booking page.

‘Tis the season: Health unit encourages residents to get vaccinated 

COVID-19 and flu vaccines will be available starting Oct. 13 for high-risk and priority populations.

Schreader ‘humbled and honoured’ to receive special dedication

The connecting corridor between a new daycare and the Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School is named the Bob Schreader Link.
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