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Pembroke council candidate Terry Lapierre
Skip to Content Candidates share their views on property taxes, infrastructure, growth and other key issues facing Pembroke. • Terry Lapierre Submitted Pembroke council candidate: Terry Lapierre Running for: Councillor We apologize, but this video has failed to load. Try refreshing your browser, or tap here to see other videos from our team. We apologize, but this video has failed to load. Try refreshing your browser, or tap here to see other videos from our team.
Pembroke Observer and News weekly community calendar
If you would like your community event to appear in our online community calendar, please send details at least one week in advance via email to: adixon@postmedia.com. Publicized events must be open to the public. • • /Getty Images/iStockphoto ALGONKIN FLY FISHERS: Our club was established in 2003 to promote fly fishing in the Ottawa Valley. The club caters to new, novice, and experienced fly tyers and fishers.
Pembroke Royals rally past Brockville 8-5 in historic home opener
Pembroke Royals franchise celebrated its first regular-season home game with comeback win before 1,825 fans at the PMC • • Brockville Braves goaltender Styker Connors deflects the puck away with his stick while Carter Cuglietta of the Pembroke Royals looks to capitalize on a rebound during first period action at the Pembroke Memorial Centre on Sunday, Sept. 27. /Pembroke Observer and News The new Pembroke Royals gave their home crowd plenty to celebrate Sunday night. Don't have an account?
Pembroke Royals rally past Brockville 8-5 in historic home opener
Pembroke Royals franchise celebrated its first regular-season home game with comeback win before 1,825 fans at the PMC • • Brockville Braves goaltender Styker Connors deflects the puck away with his stick while Carter Cuglietta of the Pembroke Royals looks to capitalize on a rebound during first period action at the Pembroke Memorial Centre on Sunday, Sept. 27. /Pembroke Observer and News The new Pembroke Royals gave their home crowd plenty to celebrate Sunday night.
Pembroke Royals open season with 8-4 loss to Wolves in Renfrew
Renfrew builds early lead and holds off Pembroke comeback attempt before 472 fans • • The Pembroke Royals opened the regular season on Sept. 19 on the road in Renfrew, dropping an 8-4 decision to the Wolves. /Pembroke Observer and News The Pembroke Royals' first regular-season game ended in defeat Saturday night, as the Renfrew Wolves scored early and often on their way to an 8-4 victory at the MyFM Centre.
Pembroke Royals open season with 8-4 loss to Wolves in Renfrew
Renfrew builds early lead and holds off Pembroke comeback attempt before 472 fans • • The Pembroke Royals opened the regular season on Sept. 19 on the road in Renfrew, dropping an 8-4 decision to the Wolves. /Pembroke Observer and News The Pembroke Royals' first regular-season game ended in defeat Saturday night, as the Renfrew Wolves scored early and often on their way to an 8-4 victory at the MyFM Centre. Don't have an account?
Pembroke Royals open season with 8-4 loss to Wolves in Renfrew
Renfrew builds early lead and holds off Pembroke comeback attempt before 472 fans • • The Pembroke Royals opened the regular season on Sept. 19 on the road in Renfrew, dropping an 8-4 decision to the Wolves. /Pembroke Observer and News The Pembroke Royals' first regular-season game ended in defeat Saturday night, as the Renfrew Wolves scored early and often on their way to an 8-4 victory at the MyFM Centre.
Pembroke Royals end preseason with a 7-3 victory over Brockville
Royals bounce back from Saturday's shootout loss in Renfrew with a seven-goal offensive outburst at home • • The Pembroke Royals bounced back from Saturday's shootout loss in Renfrew with a seven-goal offensive outburst at home to down the Brockville Braves. The new team wraps up the preseason with a 3-0-0-1 record.
Pembroke Royals end preseason with a 7-3 victory over Brockville
Royals bounce back from Saturday's shootout loss in Renfrew with a seven-goal offensive outburst at home • • The Pembroke Royals bounced back from Saturday's shootout loss in Renfrew with a seven-goal offensive outburst at home to down the Brockville Braves. The new team wraps up the preseason with a 3-0-0-1 record.
Pembroke Royals end preseason with a 7-3 victory over Brockville
Advertisement oop Skip to Content Royals bounce back from Saturday's shootout loss in Renfrew with a seven-goal offensive outburst at home • • The Pembroke Royals bounced back from Saturday's shootout loss in Renfrew with a seven-goal offensive outburst at home to down the Brockville Braves. The new team wraps up the preseason with a 3-0-0-1 record.
Pembroke Royals edge Renfrew Wolves 4-3 in preseason play
Royals built three-goal lead before holding off a late Renfrew comeback in front of 240 fans • • Pembroke Royals goaltender Jack Ferguson was a key factor in the team's 4-3 win over the visiting Renfrew Wolves in preseason action Thursday night at the Pembroke and Area Community Centre. Ferguson saved 35 of the 38 shots fired his way.
Pembroke Royals edge Renfrew Wolves 4-3 in preseason play
Royals built three-goal lead before holding off a late Renfrew comeback in front of 240 fans • • Pembroke Royals goaltender Jack Ferguson was a key factor in the team's 4-3 win over the visiting Renfrew Wolves in preseason action Thursday night at the Pembroke and Area Community Centre. Ferguson saved 35 of the 38 shots fired his way.
Pembroke Royals embracing fresh start as season approaches
With a 4-1 pre-season win in the books, the new Royals are building a young team while setting their sights on a fresh start in Pembroke • • Pembroke Royals head coach and general manager Kevin Rosebrugh and director of operations Tanya Tompkins are helping lead the new CCHL franchise into its inaugural season. Pembroke Royals The Pembroke Royals are wasting little time turning the page. Don't have an account?
Pembroke Royals embracing fresh start as season approaches
Skip to Content With a 4-1 pre-season win in the books, the new Royals are building a young team while setting their sights on a fresh start in Pembroke • • Pembroke Royals head coach and general manager Kevin Rosebrugh and director of operations Tanya Tompkins are helping lead the new CCHL franchise into its inaugural season. Pembroke Royals The Pembroke Royals are wasting little time turning the page.
Pembroke Royals open new era with 4-1 pre-season win over Brockville
Pembroke's new junior hockey club scored three third-period goals to beat Braves 4-1 in its first game as the Royals • • The newly formed Pembroke Royals made their on-ice debut Tuesday night, defeating Brockville 4-1 at the Memorial Civic Centre in pre-season action. Pembroke Royals BROCKVILLE - The logo on the jerseys was different, but the first result for Pembroke's newest junior hockey team was a familiar one from glory days past.
Pembroke Royals open new era with 4-1 pre-season win over Brockville
Skip to Content Pembroke's new junior hockey club scored three third-period goals to beat Braves 4-1 in its first game as the Royals • • The newly formed Pembroke Royals made their on-ice debut Tuesday night, defeating Brockville 4-1 at the Memorial Civic Centre in pre-season action. Pembroke Royals BROCKVILLE - The logo on the jerseys was different, but the first result for Pembroke's newest junior hockey team was a familiar one from glory days past. Don't have an account?
Pembroke Community Calendar: Events, clubs & fun in the Ottawa Valley
• • Getty Images If you would like your community event to appear in our online community calendar, please send details at least one week in advance via email to: adixon@postmedia.com. Publicized events must be open to the public. SENIORS CIRQUE DU SOLEIL BUS TRIP: The Seniors Active Living Centres of Renfrew County, South Algonquin and Greater Madawaska are teaming up for a county‑wide bus trip to Cirque du Soleil: Luzia under the Big Top at St. Laurent Shopping Centre on Friday, Oct. 16.
$5.8 million announced for hospital upgrades in Renfrew County
Five area hospitals will share more than $5.8 million for critical infrastructure work • • Ontario funding will support upgrades, repairs and infrastructure renewal at five hospitals across Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke including the Pembroke Regional Hospital. /Pembroke Observer and News Ontario is providing more than $5.8 million to support upgrades, repairs and renewal projects at five hospitals across Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke. The funding, announced Aug.
Pembroke pays more for SUV under new Buy Ontario procurement rules
City's first purchase after procurement policy update to reflect new provincial rules saw a higher-priced bid selected over lowest offer • • Pembroke city hall /Pembroke Observer and News files The City of Pembroke has already seen a direct financial impact from Ontario’s new Buy Ontario procurement rules, with council approving a bid for a municipal SUV that was $710 higher than the lowest submitted price. The issue came to the forefront during the Aug.
OPP charge two Pembroke-area men in separate incidents
• Officers with the Upper Ottawa Valley OPP investigated two separate incidents in the Pembroke area. /Pembroke Observer and News Two men are facing charges following separate incidents investigated by the Upper Ottawa Valley detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP). Police responded to a report of an individual exposing themselves in Pembroke on Aug. 21, shortly after 2:30 p.m. We apologize, but this video has failed to load.
School buses back on Upper Ottawa Valley roads
Police urge drivers to slow down, allow extra commuting time and watch for students walking and cycling to school • School buses are back on roads across the Upper Ottawa Valley as students head back to class. POSTMEDIA ARCHIVES School buses are back on roads throughout the Upper Ottawa Valley, and the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are reminding motorists to slow down and pay attention. French-language area schools began classes today (Tuesday, Aug.
OPP charge two Pembroke-area men in separate incidents
• Officers with the Upper Ottawa Valley OPP investigated two separate incidents in the Pembroke area. /Pembroke Observer and News Two men are facing charges following separate incidents investigated by the Upper Ottawa Valley detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP). Police responded to a report of an individual exposing themselves in Pembroke on Aug. 21, shortly after 2:30 p.m. We apologize, but this video has failed to load.
OPP charge two Pembroke-area men in separate incidents
Officers with the Upper Ottawa Valley OPP investigated two separate incidents in the Pembroke area. Photo by ANTHONY DIXON /Pembroke Observer and News Article content Two men are facing charges following separate incidents investigated by the Upper Ottawa Valley detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP). Advertisement 2 This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.
OPP charge two Pembroke-area men in separate incidents
• Officers with the Upper Ottawa Valley OPP investigated two separate incidents in the Pembroke area. /Pembroke Observer and News Two men are facing charges following separate incidents investigated by the Upper Ottawa Valley detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP). Police responded to a report of an individual exposing themselves in Pembroke on Aug. 21, shortly after 2:30 p.m. We apologize, but this video has failed to load.
School buses back on Upper Ottawa Valley roads
Police urge drivers to slow down, allow extra commuting time and watch for students walking and cycling to school School buses are back on roads across the Upper Ottawa Valley as students head back to class. POSTMEDIA ARCHIVES Article content School buses are back on roads throughout the Upper Ottawa Valley, and the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are reminding motorists to slow down and pay attention. Advertisement 2 This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.
OPP charge two Pembroke-area men in separate incidents
Officers with the Upper Ottawa Valley OPP investigated two separate incidents in the Pembroke area. Photo by ANTHONY DIXON /Pembroke Observer and News Article content Two men are facing charges following separate incidents investigated by the Upper Ottawa Valley detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP). Advertisement 2 This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.
School buses back on Upper Ottawa Valley roads
Police urge drivers to slow down, allow extra commuting time and watch for students walking and cycling to school • School buses are back on roads across the Upper Ottawa Valley as students head back to class. POSTMEDIA ARCHIVES School buses are back on roads throughout the Upper Ottawa Valley, and the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are reminding motorists to slow down and pay attention. French-language area schools began classes today (Tuesday, Aug.
Pembroke, Renfrew County push regional priorities at AMO conference
Local officials meet with provincial ministers to discuss healthcare, infrastructure, energy, transportation and economic growth • During the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) Conference in Ottawa this week, County of Renfrew officials had an opportunity to attend several delegation meetings, including one with the Honourable Kevin Holland (third from right), Associate Minister of Forestry and Forest Products.
Municipal election races take shape across Upper Ottawa Valley
Contested races and candidates poised for acclamation emerge across the Upper Ottawa Valley following the Aug. 21 nomination deadline • Candidates across the Upper Ottawa Valley have filed for municipal office ahead of the Oct. 26 municipal election. File With nominations now closed, the unofficial list of candidates for municipal office across the Upper Ottawa Valley shows a mix of contested races and candidates poised to be acclaimed. The nomination deadline was 2 p.m. Friday, Aug.
Municipal election races take shape across Upper Ottawa Valley
Contested races and candidates poised for acclamation emerge across the Upper Ottawa Valley following the Aug. 21 nomination deadline • Candidates across the Upper Ottawa Valley have filed for municipal office ahead of the Oct. 26 municipal election. File With nominations now closed, the unofficial list of candidates for municipal office across the Upper Ottawa Valley shows a mix of contested races and candidates poised to be acclaimed. The nomination deadline was 2 p.m. Friday, Aug.
Pembroke, Renfrew County push regional priorities at AMO conference
Local officials meet with provincial ministers to discuss healthcare, infrastructure, energy, transportation and economic growth During the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) Conference in Ottawa this week, County of Renfrew officials had an opportunity to attend several delegation meetings, including one with the Honourable Kevin Holland (third from right), Associate Minister of Forestry and Forest Products.
Fraser Street residents ask Pembroke council to restore two-way traffic
Residents say the current one-way configuration creates safety and winter maintenance concerns as council orders a new staff report • • Residents and supporters attended Pembroke’s combined committee meeting on Aug. 11 to request that Fraser Street be returned to two-way traffic. A group of Fraser Street residents is asking Pembroke council to reverse a 2022 traffic change and return the north end of Fraser Street to two-way traffic.
Pedal for PRH aims to raise $10,000 for Pembroke Regional Hospital
• Cyclists will take to the Algonquin Trail Sunday for the first-ever Pedal for PRH fundraiser in support of the Pembroke Regional Hospital Foundation. Ottawa Valley Cycling & Active Transportation Alliance Cyclists of all ages and abilities will take to the Algonquin Trail Sunday in support of the Pembroke Regional Hospital Foundation.
Ontario invests $2.1M in Ottawa Valley forest projects
Advertisement oop Skip to Content • Ontario Associate Minister of Forestry and Forest Products Kevin Holland (right) announced more than $2.1 million in funding for four forest sector projects Wednesday at Ben Hokum and Son in Golden Lake. On the left is Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke MPP Billy Denault.
Pembroke Area Community Calendar: Local activities and events
• If you would like your community event to appear in our online community calendar, please send details at least one week in advance via email to: adixon@postmedia.com. Publicized events must be open to the public. SENIORS CIRQUE DU SOLEIL BUS TRIP: The Seniors Active Living Centres of Renfrew County, South Algonquin and Greater Madawaska are teaming up for a county‑wide bus trip to Cirque du Soleil: Luzia under the Big Top at St. Laurent Shopping Centre on Friday, Oct. 16.
OPP charge Laurentian Valley man over online threats
Police say the threats were directed at officers and members of the justice system • • OPP cruiser Postmedia Network file photo A Laurentian Valley Township man is facing multiple charges after Upper Ottawa Valley OPP investigated threats made online toward police officers and members of the justice system. A 56-year-old Laurentian Valley man has been charged with two counts of uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm and one count of intimidation of a justice system participant.
Ontario invests $2.1M in Ottawa Valley forest projects
Skip to Content • Ontario Associate Minister of Forestry and Forest Products Kevin Holland (right) announced more than $2.1 million in funding for four forest sector projects Wednesday at Ben Hokum and Son in Golden Lake. On the left is Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke MPP Billy Denault.
Pedal for PRH aims to raise $10,000 for Pembroke Regional Hospital
• Cyclists will take to the Algonquin Trail Sunday for the first-ever Pedal for PRH fundraiser in support of the Pembroke Regional Hospital Foundation. Ottawa Valley Cycling & Active Transportation Alliance Cyclists of all ages and abilities will take to the Algonquin Trail Sunday in support of the Pembroke Regional Hospital Foundation.
Pedal for PRH aims to raise $10,000 for Pembroke Regional Hospital
Cyclists will take to the Algonquin Trail Sunday for the first-ever Pedal for PRH fundraiser in support of the Pembroke Regional Hospital Foundation. Ottawa Valley Cycling & Active Transportation Alliance Article content Cyclists of all ages and abilities will take to the Algonquin Trail Sunday in support of the Pembroke Regional Hospital Foundation. Advertisement 2 This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.
Pembroke hospital gets largest share of $7.4M Ontario investment
Advertisement oop Skip to Content Pembroke Regional Hospital receives $3.3 million as part of a $7.4-million provincial investment in five local hospitals • Pembroke Regional Hospital is among five hospitals in Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke receiving an increase in provincial operating funding.
OPP lay numerous charges in Killaloe child exploitation case
• A North Bay man has been charged with uttering threats - cause death or bodily harm following a video that was circulating on social media. /Postmedia KILLALOE — A 27-year-old Killaloe resident is facing numerous charges following a child sexual exploitation investigation by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP). Police executed a search warrant at a residence in Killaloe on July 30 as part of the investigation. We apologize, but this video has failed to load.
80 vendors expected at Douglas' first Taste of the Valley
Douglas Recreation Centre will host, expect food, art, crafts and other local products from Renfrew County • The Township of Admaston/Bromley will host a Taste of the Valley event for the first time on Saturday, August 22 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Douglas Recreation Centre. The market will feature 80 vendors set up inside and outside and is hosted in partnership between Invest Renfrew County and the Township of Admaston/Bromley.
Pembroke municipal election debates set for Festival Hall
Festival Hall @ L'Équinoxe will host two public debates ahead of Pembroke's 2026 municipal election • • Festival Hall @ L'Équinoxe will host two public debates ahead of Pembroke's 2026 municipal election. File Festival Hall @ L’Équinoxe will host two public debates ahead of the 2026 municipal election, giving Pembroke residents an opportunity to hear directly from candidates about their priorities for the city. The two debates will be held on consecutive Tuesday evenings at Festival Hall.
Pembroke municipal election debates set for Festival Hall
Festival Hall @ L'Équinoxe will host two public debates ahead of Pembroke's 2026 municipal election • • Festival Hall @ L'Équinoxe will host two public debates ahead of Pembroke's 2026 municipal election. File Festival Hall @ L’Équinoxe will host two public debates ahead of the 2026 municipal election, giving Pembroke residents an opportunity to hear directly from candidates about their priorities for the city. The two debates will be held on consecutive Tuesday evenings at Festival Hall.
Pembroke municipal election debates set for Festival Hall
Festival Hall @ L'Équinoxe will host two public debates ahead of Pembroke's 2026 municipal election Published Aug 17, 2026 • Last updated 1 day ago • 2 minute read Festival Hall @ L'Équinoxe will host two public debates ahead of Pembroke's 2026 municipal election. File Article content Festival Hall @ L’Équinoxe will host two public debates ahead of the 2026 municipal election, giving Pembroke residents an opportunity to hear directly from candidates about their priorities for the city.
Four drivers charged after separate Upper Ottawa Valley incidents
• • OPP officers investigated several separate traffic incidents across the Upper Ottawa Valley in recent days. /Postmedia Network Four drivers have been charged following separate traffic incidents investigated by the Upper Ottawa Valley OPP in recent days. On Aug. 10, shortly after 4 a.m., police received reports that a tractor-trailer had entered the ditch on Highway 17 east of Deep River in Laurentian Hills Township. We apologize, but this video has failed to load.
Algonquin Trail maintenance in Petawawa, delays possible, use caution
• Algonquin Trail users are advised that they may experience delays between Murphy Road and Town Centre Boulevard in Petawawa this week as town staff perform trail maintenance. /Pembroke Observer and News PETAWAWA – Algonquin Trail users are advised that they may experience delays along the trail between Murphy Road and Town Centre Boulevard in Petawawa later this week. From August 18 to August 21 town staff will be performing tree trimming and maintenance along this section of the trail.
Algonquin Trail maintenance in Petawawa, delays possible, use caution
Algonquin Trail users are advised that they may experience delays between Murphy Road and Town Centre Boulevard in Petawawa this week as town staff perform trail maintenance. Photo by Anthony Dixon /Pembroke Observer and News Article content PETAWAWA – Algonquin Trail users are advised that they may experience delays along the trail between Murphy Road and Town Centre Boulevard in Petawawa later this week. Advertisement 2 This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.
Four drivers charged after separate Upper Ottawa Valley incidents
Published Aug 17, 2026 • Last updated 1 day ago • 2 minute read OPP officers investigated several separate traffic incidents across the Upper Ottawa Valley in recent days. Photo by FILE /Postmedia Network Article content Four drivers have been charged following separate traffic incidents investigated by the Upper Ottawa Valley OPP in recent days. Advertisement 2 This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Article content On Aug.
Algonquin Trail maintenance in Petawawa, delays possible, use caution
• Algonquin Trail users are advised that they may experience delays between Murphy Road and Town Centre Boulevard in Petawawa this week as town staff perform trail maintenance. /Pembroke Observer and News PETAWAWA – Algonquin Trail users are advised that they may experience delays along the trail between Murphy Road and Town Centre Boulevard in Petawawa later this week. From August 18 to August 21 town staff will be performing tree trimming and maintenance along this section of the trail.
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