Accueil » City seeking Clarence-Rockland’s most talented people the City of Clarence-Rockland wants to see it — and hear it The city is hosting its third annual Next Talent Competition set to take place on May 24 at the Optimiste Performance Hall The competition is open to all residents of Clarence-Rockland “We know we have talented individuals out there in Clarence-Rockland and we want them to show us what they’ve got,” said Christine Sarault the city’s community and cultural activities coordinator nine people have registered for the competition Sarault said she hopes at least 15 participants will sign up to showcase their talents Contestants are scored on their performance we’ve seen this competition grow,” she added residents discovered the musical talents of Pop Rocks a group of students from École secondaire catholique l’Escale who impressed the judges and won the inaugural competition later appeared on La Voix and continues to perform at local events She also returned as one of the judges for last year’s edition Ariel Shaw captivated judges and residents with her original song The Rain which explores a young person’s struggles with mental health She is now studying English literature at Queen’s University hoping to refine her storytelling skills through music “I want to learn every aspect I can in order to be the best musician I can be.”  She encouraged anyone considering the competition to take the leap “If you have a talent and feel you can do something meaningful that connects with people “The audience isn’t always going to react the way you want visit the City of Clarence-Rockland’s website Plateforme EZ Newzsite par Textuel et TolléDonnées météo fournies par OpenWeatherMap OttawaNewsOPP lay arson charges following fire in Rockland, Ont. that injured 2By Ted RaymondPublished: May 01, 2025 at 5:00PM EDT Twitter feed ©2025 BellMedia All Rights Reserved Join the conversation You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account Provincial police in Clarence-Rockland are seeking public assistance to locate an area resident missing since mid-February Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience was last seen at his home on Laurier Street in mid-February He was described as five feet six inches (168 cm) tall Anyone with information regarding his disappearance or whereabouts was asked to contact the Russell County OPP crime unit at 1-888-310-1122 By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc The next issue of The Evening Citizen will soon be in your inbox Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. Even if someone wishes to remain anonymous transmission or republication strictly prohibited This website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy You can manage saved articles in your account Provincial police say they have charged a man with accessory to murder after the fact in relation to a death in northern Ontario earlier this month. An Ontario Provincial Police patch is seen in Ottawa, on Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Spencer Colby CLARENCE-ROCKLAND - Ontario Provincial Police say an 83-year-old has been charged with second-degree murder after a person was killed in a small city east of Ottawa.  CLARENCE-ROCKLAND - Ontario Provincial Police say an 83-year-old has been charged with second-degree murder after a person was killed in a small city east of Ottawa.  Police say officers were called to a home on Lalonde Street in Clarence-Rockland on Friday shortly before 3 p.m.  They say one person was arrested and one person was taken to hospital and died.  Police say the 83-year-old accused is set to appear in court on Monday.  OPP did not immediately release any details about the victim. They say residents should expect to see a continued police presence in the area.  This report by The Canadian Press was first published April 6, 2025.  Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers: Account processing issue - the email address may already exist Your account has been registered, and you are now logged in. Invalid password or account does not exist Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password. An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the email address listed on your account. It is a priority for CBC to create products that are accessible to all in Canada including people with visual Closed Captioning and Described Video is available for many CBC shows offered on CBC Gem Accueil » Zanth wants more help for cities impacted by severe flooding Clarence-Rockland Mayor Mario Zanth is calling for greater attention to water management along the Ottawa River The Ottawa River Regulation Planning Board advised that rain and warmer temperatures could push water levels above minor flood thresholds last weekend as levels continue to rise and are expected to increase further Speaking at a press conference on Saturday Zanth said the city is preparing for potential flooding along the Ottawa River with services on standby and key equipment already pre-positioned at strategic locations across Clarence-Rockland « The safety of our residents is our top priority Zanth and several other local officials recently met with Canada’s Minister of Emergency Preparedness to raise concerns and advocate for municipalities that continue to be severely affected by flooding and higher-than-normal water levels Zanth asked the federal government to conduct a full analysis of water management procedures including identifying infrastructure needs to better mitigate flooding « Despite weeks of low water flow — a perfect opportunity to lower levels — no action was taken « Municipalities like ours are left to manage the impacts Zanth said he has met with officials from Hydro-Québec to discuss better proactive water management emphasizing the need to move water earlier to lower the risks for communities such as Clarence-Rockland “They (Hydro-Québec) are holding back more water than they should,” said Zanth let out more water and then create yourself a buffer I am no longer buying the argument that they are managing the best way they can.”  Zanth acknowledged that water management along the Ottawa River is a complex issue involving several players including the federal and provincial governments the City of Gatineau and neighbouring municipalities “We deserve daily updates from Hydro-Québec on how they are managing the situation,” he said How are you managing the flows of the river How are you preventing this from happening Flooding in Clarence-Rockland and other communities along the Ottawa River has become an increasingly serious problem water levels rose high enough to force the city to declare a state of emergency the Canadian Red Cross and even the Canadian Armed Forces were called in to help municipalities along the river evacuate residents and divert water away from homes using sandbags and other measures The 2019 floods also contaminated drinking water for residents not connected to the city’s water treatment plant The City of Clarence-Rockland continues to advocate for municipal representation from both Ontario and Quebec on the Ottawa River Regulation Planning Board a move that has gained support from 28 other municipalities Plateforme EZ Newzsite par Textuel et TolléDonnées météo fournies par OpenWeatherMap. The Russell County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police has charged an 83-year-old man with second-degree murder in connection with a homicide investigation in Clarence-Rockland A media release on Saturday evening said officers were called to a residence on Lalonde Street just before 3 p.m Gilles Martel of Clarence-Rockland was scheduled to appear in court in Ottawa on Monday the OPP identified the victim as Dharmeshkumar Vallabhabhai Kathireeya Investigators believe there is no threat to public safety though area residents should expect to see a continuing police presence The Russell County detachment crime unit is continuing the investigation under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch and in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service Anyone with any information that may assist the investigation was asked to contact the Russell County detachment of the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crimestoppers anonymously either toll-free at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca The town of Rockland is about 40 kilometres northeast of Ottawa OttawaNewsOPP seek help locating Clarence-Rockland man missing since FebruaryBy CTVNewsOttawa.ca StaffPublished: March 19, 2025 at 2:04PM EDT Conservative Cheryl Gallant won her seat in the Algonquin-Renfrew-Pembroke riding with Liberal Cyndi Mills coming in second with 37.8 per cent The Algonquin-Renfrew-Pembroke riding includes the City of Pembroke and Renfrew County Along with Scott Reid representing Lanark-Frontenac Gallant is the longest-serving Conservative Member of Parliament She claimed her first victory in 2000 when she beat Liberal Hec Clouthier Gallant has held her seat in the riding ever since with an overriding message of protecting rural and individual rights Other candidates in the Algonquin-Renfrew-Pembroke riding included Liberal Cyndi Mills independents Stefan Klietsch and Seth Malina as well as Randy Briand of the United Party of Canada Conservative Scott Reid retained his seat in Lanark-Frontenac on Monday night winning the seat he’s held for 25 years with 50.1 per cent of the vote followed by Liberal candidate Michelle Foxton with 45.6 per cent Reid added that he sees affordability as a top concern for his constituents and this will be his main priority when he returns to Parliament “I should be trying to do what I can to make sure that I faithfully represent what the voters feel on that subject,” he said “This is an area where the average person isn’t terribly wealthy … The priorities of the Liberal government for the past few years have been priorities that’ve sidelined these folks Previously known as Lanark-Frontenac-Kingston the riding includes the towns of Carleton Place Along with Cheryl Gallant representing Algonquin-Renfrew-Pembroke Reid is the longest-serving Conservative Member of Parliament This is Reid’s ninth consecutive federal election win He first took victory in 2000 from Liberal incumbent Ian Murray After the results were called in his favour Reid said he looks forward to continuing to represent the area he’s held for 25 years Other candidates in the Lanark-Frontenac riding include NDP Danielle Rae and the Green Party’s Jesse Pauley There will be a new Liberal face representing a riding just outside Ottawa as Giovanna Mingarelli has been elected to Prescott-Russell-Cumberland this is a dream come true,” Mingarelli told the Citizen in a phone call after her riding was called “I’m deeply honoured for the opportunity to represent the people of Prescott-Russell-Cumberland and also extremely proud to be the first woman Member of Parliament in this riding.” followed by Conservative candidate and Hawkesbury town councillor Julie Séguin with 40.4 per cent a tech entrepreneur raised in Rockland who served on the Clarence-Rockland Chamber of Commerce sought the Liberal candidacy after Liberal Francis Drouin did not run for re-election Drouin stepped away from the Standing Committee on Official Languages after swearing at a pair of witnesses during a committee meeting the riding is bordered on the north by the Ottawa River and runs east to the Quebec border Alfred and Plantagenet and Clarence-Rockland and has gained some territory from both the Carleton and Orleans ridings since the 2021 election Other candidates in the riding include NDP Ryder Finlay People’s Party of Canada candidate Deborah Perrier and independent Jason St-Louis No candidates in the riding were seeking re-election After celebrating election night results with friends and family at Broadway Bar and Grill in Rockland Mingarelli said her first priorities will be protecting the economy from United States tariffs supporting local farmers and ensuring the French language and francophone culture is protected at the federal level Mingarelli’s final promise to her riding is to represent her constituents with “dignity respect and kindness,” something she says she will bring from her background promoting women advancement in politics and youth engagement OttawaNewsPolice identify victim of Clarence-Rockland homicide last weekBy William EltheringtonPublished: April 07, 2025 at 2:59PM EDT Accueil » Police lay second degree murder charges in stabbing death of 29-year-old Rockland man An 83-year-old man has been charged with second-degree murder after a stabbing in Rockland on Friday afternoon Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers were called to a home on Laurier Street shortly after 3 p.m identified as Dharmesh Kathireeya—an Indian national in Rockland on a work visa—being transported to hospital “We are deeply saddened by the tragic death of an Indian national in Rockland near Ottawa due to stabbing,” the Indian High Commission in Canada said in a statement posted to X “Police have stated a suspect has been taken into custody We are in close contact through a local community association to provide all possible assistance to the bereaved kin.”  Tributes and condolences have since poured in on social media A crowdfunding campaign was launched to help support the victim’s family has raised more than $31,000 since it was launched on Friday Kathireeya arrived in Canada as an international student from India in 2019 and was working as a manager at the local Milano’s pizzeria The GoFundMe page described him as “a kind-hearted and gentle soul who always greeted others with a smile and was there to lend a helping hand His loss leaves a deep void in all of our lives.”  who was contacted by the local OPP detachment regarding the incident said the entire community extends its condolences to the family “Everyone who lives in our city is a valuable part of our community,” said Zanth I commend our emergency services and first responders who rallied around this person and tried everything they could.”  The victim was reportedly the main breadwinner for his family The GoFundMe campaign will help cover funeral expenses legal proceedings and provide financial relief during this difficult time Anyone with information that may assist the investigation is asked to contact the Russell County OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca Accueil » OPP lay charges against Clarence-Rockland resident in child luring investigation A 36-uear-old resident of Clarence-Rockland is facing multiple sex-related charges The Russell County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged Jason Lauzon-Couvillion in connection to a child luring investigation Lauzon-Couvillion has been charged with sexual interference and luring a person under 16 by means of communication He is scheduled to appear at the L’Orignal Court of Justice on Dec Police are attempting to identify any other possible victims of similar crimes Anyone with any information regarding this investigation is being asked to contact Detective Constable Cory Tremblay at 613-443-4499 or toll free at 1-888-310-1122 call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000 Ottawa Watch5 centennial birthday celebrations in Clarence-RocklandA retirement home in Clarence-Rockland is celebrating special birthdays in March, with five residents at least 100 years old. CTV’s Shaun Vardon reports. Accueil » Update: Stabbing victim identified as Milano manager The manager of the Milano Pizzeria on Laurier street is dead following a stabbing in Clarence-Rockland Friday afternoon A heavy police presence was seen in Rockland Friday afternoon as Russell County Ontario Provincial Police responded to a stabbing on Lalonde Street near Laurier Street around 3 p.m Police indicated that one individual died and another arrested but did not state what charges have been laid an 83-year-old Clarence-Rockland man named Gilles Martel was charged with second degree murder and remains in custody until his court appearance today The victim has since been identified by Milano staff as manager Dharmesh Kathireeya According to a GoFundMe page set up for his family Kathireeya came to Canada as a student in 2019 Police have not confirmed the identity of the victim or the apprehended suspect Increased police activity is expected in the area victim identified in Rockland homicideGilles Martel is charged with second-degree murder in the death of 29-year-old Dharmeshkumar Vallabhabhai Kathireeya according to Ontario Provincial Police.Gilles Martel accused of killing 29-year-old Dharmeshkumar Vallabhabhai KathireeyaCBC News · Posted: Apr 06 2025 10:16 AM EDT | Last Updated: April 7Police still have not identified the person who died Friday in Clarence-Rockland (Nathan Denette/The Canadian Press)Social SharingPolice have charged an 83-year-old man with second-degree murder in connection with a death in Rockland on Friday according to Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) OPP deemed the death a homicide and identified both the suspect OPP identified the victim Monday as 29-year-old Dharmeshkumar Vallabhabhai Kathireeya from the broader city of Clarence-Rockland Area residents can expect a continued police presence nearby but investigators said there is no ongoing risk to public safety The scene is roughly 40 kilometres east of downtown Ottawa Accueil » C-R Expo returns to offer one stop shop featuring local goods and services The Clarence-Rockland Expo is set to return to the Clarence-Rockland Arena on May 3 and 4 after a one-year hiatus giving local organizations and community groups the chance to showcase the goods products and services available to residents across Clarence-Rockland From small local vendors to major developers the Clarence-Rockland Expo is a one-stop shop for all “Nothing compares to an event like this,” said Micheline Dupont a corordinator with the event which has become a must-attend attraction in Clarence-Rockland “We’ll have booths showcasing what they offer and something for everyone in the family.”  Organizers have secured big-name sponsors like Cardel Homes and Desjardins In addition to exploring the services and products offered by local organizations a demonstration by the Rockland Academy of Martial Arts a showcase by Clarence-Rockland-based animal shelter Meet the Keepers New this year is a breakfast with Glengarry–Prescott–Russell MPP Stéphane Sarrazin The gathering will feature a presentation from the recently re-elected MPP who will discuss his government’s accomplishments in the riding since taking office and it will be a great opportunity for people to talk to us ask questions and discuss how we’re doing as a government,” said Sarrazin “This Expo has been such a great event in Rockland and there’s another great one in Hawkesbury It’s great for the community to see what’s out there for them.”  Clarence-Rockland Mayor Mario Zanth called the Expo an important event not only for businesses and groups showcasing their goods but also for residents who want to enjoy some entertainment under one roof “This is a win-win for everyone,” said Zanth “The organizers put on an absolutely fantastic event that has become an important part of our community.”  the Expo will take place on ice pad 2 at the arena Accueil » One person arrested after police respond to firearms call in Clarence Creek Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested one person after officers responded to a firearms call on Brazeau Street in Clarence Creek in the morning hours of Monday blocking access to the rural residential road as police attended a house some 650 metres south of Baseline Road several police cars remained on site as officers were seen coming in and out of the house and attached garage Two paramedic vehicles were positioned about one kilometre away throughout the operation OPP said it received a call just after 7 a.m provincial police officers were able to make contact with the person of interest and an arrest was made without further incident The OPP Russell County Crime Unit is assisting with the investigation and said there is no threat to public safety and the suspect appeared at the Ontario Court in L’Orignal earlier on Sept If you or anyone you know have any further information regarding these events please contact the Russell County OPP at 613-443-4499 call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) Stéphane Sarrazin is headed back to Queen’s Park for a second term Voters in Glengarry-Prescott-Russell opted to send the Progressive Conservative back to Toronto to represent the riding with Premier Doug Ford’s majority government after the polls closed in the Ontario election on Thursday night It was no surprise that Sarrazin kept his seat as the blue wave swept across Ontario He captured more than 51 per cent of the vote and finished with a winning margin of 6,766 votes “I’m incredibly proud of tonight’s result; it truly shows the trust people have placed in me,” Sarrazin said “I commit to working just as hard for them over the next four years and to continue delivering real results for our community.” There were seven candidates in the riding. The biggest challenge came from Trevor Stewart, who represented the Liberal party. He had just over 37 per cent of the vote. Stewart, 25, earned a bachelor’s degree in Conflict Studies and Human Rights at uOttawa and has worked on Parliament Hill as an assistant to Liberal MP Francis Drouin for the last four years. “I am grateful to the residents of Glengarry-Prescott-Russell who put their faith in me and voted for me. I have been overwhelmed by all the messages of support that I have received from my neighbours and people from across this riding,” said Stewart, who congratulated Sarrazin on his victory. “I will continue to fight for our vision of a better Ontario, for more family doctors, for a better education system and for more housing. There is too much on the line to give up. Hope is always possible and when the light shines and the sun rises, look to the East.” In 2022, at just 23, he was elected to Clarence-Rockland’s city council, where he represents the villages of Hammond and Cheney. Up until 2018, Glengarry-Prescott-Russell was a safe Liberal seat. That year, it flipped to Amanda Simard, who ran as a Progressive Conservative, but she left the caucus and sat as an independent in 2020 after disagreements over some of the French language policies in the party. Simard ran as a Liberal candidate in the last election and lost by a slim margin to Sarrazin. He finished with only 1,132 more votes than Simard to win the riding. Sarrazin told the Vision website based in Rockland that the economy and proposed tariffs on Canadian productions by U.S. President Donald Trump were part of the concerns of people in his riding. He told the website in a question/answer before the election that a Doug Ford government would be best equipped to deal with Trump. “The Ontario government is placing greater emphasis than ever on infrastructure, with announcements of good school projects and multimillion-dollar investments in several communities in Glengarry-Prescott-Russell,” Sarrazin said in a Google-translated version. “Additionally, we are taking concrete actions to minimize the impact of Trump’s tariffs and support our economic sector.” Sarrazin, a former mayor of Alfred and Plantagenet and warden of Prescott and Russell United Counties, represents a large riding that’s located largely east of Ottawa. The Ottawa River is the northern border while it stops at the border to Quebec in the east. The riding consists of the United Counties of Prescott and Russell, and the part of the United Counties of Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry comprised of the Township of North Glengarry. It also includes parts of Ottawa east of Orléans. Clarence-Rockland, Russell, Cumberland, Navan, Embrun, Casselman and Hawkesbury are in the riding. Sarrazin has served as a parliamentary assistant to the minister of small business and the minister of francophone affairs since March 2024. He is a former small business owner. In the last campaign, he pushed for the widening of Highway 174. Stewart was advocating giving residents of Glengarry-Prescott-Russell more access to family doctors. “Leaked data from the Ministry of Health in Ontario painted a rough picture. Approximately one in three people in Glengarry-Prescott-Russell either don’t have access to a family doctor or are imminently at risk of losing their family doctor,” Stewart told Postmedia. “We need to take our health seriously, not waste billions on venture projects in Toronto.” Accueil » Police seeking public’s help in finding missing Rockland man Ontario Provincial Police are asking for the public’s help to locate a missing 63-year-old man last seen more than a month ago Robert Prevost was last seen at his home on Laurier Street in Clarence-Rockland around mid-February He is described as five-foot-six with a slim build Anyone with information on Prevost’s whereabouts is asked to contact the Russell County OPP Crime Unit at 1-888-310-1122 and refer to incident RM25061375 Anonymous tips can be provided to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca Accueil » Multiple drug and weapons charges laid against Rockland resident A 50-year-old Rockland man is facing multiple drug and weapon charges after Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) executed a search warrant at a residence on Laurier Street as part of a drug trafficking investigation by the OPP East Region Community Street Crime Unit with assistance from the Russell County detachment Officers seized suspected cocaine and methamphetamine tablets along with items commonly associated with drug trafficking A conducted energy weapon (stun gun) and a machete were also confiscated has been charged with two counts of possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose possession of the proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5,000 two counts of operating a vehicle while prohibited under the Criminal Code possession of a Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking and two counts of possession of a Schedule 1 substance Following a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in L’Orignal OttawaNewsOPP believe foul play involved in disappearance of Clarence-Rockland, Ont. manBy Ted RaymondPublished: April 07, 2025 at 8:08AM EDT Investigators now believe the disappearance of a Clarence-Rockland resident potentially involves foul play.#RussellOPP began an investigation in mid-March when it was reported that Robert Prevost, age 63, had been missing since early February. He was last seen at his home on… pic.twitter.com/Tn9U4qSmWY Accueil » Local artists featured this month at Clarence-Rockland Art Gallery Two artists from Rockland are being featured this month at the Clarence-Rockland Art Gallery Brenda Levert is showcasing her nature-inspired watercolors and acrylics while Carmen Legault is displaying her vibrant mixed-media creations “It takes roughly 50 to 100 hours for one piece of work,” said Levert who no longer paints and has shifted to using colored pencils for her drawings “I can work sometimes four or five hours a day I just love the feeling of pencil on paper who is originally from Montreal and moved to Rockland to be closer to family he used to go out into the woods and just paint,” recalled Levert “I bugged him enough that he finally agreed to take me one day The two artists were present at the art gallery located on the main level of the Cultural and Recreational Complex (YMCA) at 1525 du Parc Avenue Art enthusiasts not only had the chance to meet the two artists but also to ask them questions about their work the largest non-themed juried exhibition in the city at the Trinity Art Gallery inside the Shenkman Arts Centre in Orleans Levert will have some work featured in the Arteast exhibit “I have been doing this (creating art) for a very long time “I love to share my work for people to see that I can explain the inspiration behind it to someone.”  You can see some of Levert’s work on her Instagram page (@brenda_levert_fine_art) Accueil » Rockland commemorates National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women The Prescott-Russell Coalition to Eliminate Violence Against Women organized three ceremonies in honour of the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women on Friday The ceremony in Rockland was held at the memorial stone at Parc Simon The other two ceremonies were held in Casselman and Hawkesbury these ceremonies have been a symbolic moment of commemoration in memory of women and children who have died as a result of gender-based violence,” stated the Prescott-Russell Coalition to Eliminate Violence Against Women in a release reminding the Prescott-Russell community that violence against women remains a scourge that demands our attention and collective action.”  On the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women Canadians pay tribute to the 14 women tragically killed 35 years ago during the 1989 Montreal Massacre at École Polytechnique “We also think of all those who have lost their lives this year in Ontario and all those fighting for survival,” stated the coalition leaving behind devastated families and shaken communities we reaffirm our commitment to the women of Ontario and beyond.”  Nearly 100 people attended the three ceremonies “We still have a lot to do as a society when it comes to this issue,” said Clarence-Rockland Mayor Mario Zanth standing in solidarity with other community members “Respect and love need to be taught at a younger age.”  Mayor Zanth said he is working on a few projects that will help tackle the issue of gender-based violence and hopes to see additional funding for the Maison Interlude House an organization that supports women and children impacted by gender-based violence “I will gladly stand in the cold every year and be united with the community on this issue,” added Mayor Zanth The municipality of Clarence-Rockland officially declared intimate partner violence as an epidemic at a council meeting on Feb unanimously approving a motion brought forward by Councillor Diane Choinière A report released in October 2023 by Leadership Féminin Prescott-Russell showcases an upward trend in all forms of violence against women in the region there were 312 domestic violence calls made to authorities OttawaNewsHomicide east of Ottawa leaves 1 dead, OPP charge 83-year-old man By Toula MazloumUpdated: April 06, 2025 at 8:37AM EDT Provincial police say they have charged a man with accessory to murder after the fact in relation to a death in northern Ontario earlier this month An Ontario Provincial Police patch is seen in Ottawa CLARENCE-ROCKLAND - Ontario Provincial Police say an 83-year-old has been charged with second-degree murder after a person was killed in a small city east of Ottawa Police say officers were called to a home on Lalonde Street in Clarence-Rockland on Friday shortly before 3 p.m They say one person was arrested and one person was taken to hospital and died Police say the 83-year-old accused is set to appear in court on Monday OPP did not immediately release any details about the victim They say residents should expect to see a continued police presence in the area This report by The Canadian Press was first published April 6 Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the email address listed on your account Accueil » Police charge Rockland resident with sexual assault  The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a 22-year-old Rockland resident after a sexual assault incident last month OPP said in a release said the incident took place at a park in Rockland on Thursday the victim did not know the suspect and was not injured from Rockland has been charged with sexual assault under the Criminal Code and was held for a bail hearing Police are encouraging anyone with any information regarding this investigation to contact the Russell County OPP at 613-443-4499 or the toll free at 1-888-310-1122 you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) If you need support or know someone that does there are local resources available to help You can visit the Victim Services of Prescott-Russell at http://svsprescottrussell.ca for assistance A toll-free call can also be placed to the Assaulted Women’s Helpline at 1-866-863-0511 where your information will remain anonymous and confidential Ontario Provincial Police say an 83-year-old has been charged with second-degree murder after a person was killed in a small city east of Ottawa Accueil » Q&A with provincial candidates: Stéphane Sarrazin nearly a year and a half earlier than originally scheduled The Vision sent a series of questions to some of the candidates Progressive Conservative candidate Stéphane Sarrazin (Incumbent) Q: What are the most pressing issues/concerns facing residents across Glengarry-Prescott-Russell and how does your party plan on addressing these issues/concerns A: The main concerns of the residents of Glengarry-Prescott-Russell include the economy tariffs imposed by the Trump administration The Ontario government is placing greater emphasis than ever on infrastructure with announcements goof school projects and multi-million-dollar investments in several communities in Glengarry-Prescott-Russell we are taking concrete actions to minimize the impact of Trump’s tariffs and support our economic sector What are your party’s plans to make sure these residents have a voice A: As a former mayor and former warden of the United Counties of Prescott and Russell I take pride to represent the residents of Glengarry-Prescott-Russell at Queen’s Park This is clearly reflected in the investments we have secured including nearly 100 million dollars for infrastructure in our riding recently Q: With the chance of a trade war with the U.S. is your party best equipped to stand up for Ontarians A : We are best equipped with Doug Ford to fight the tariffs It is clear that Doug Ford has taken on the role of leader for Canada up until now I hear that at the door all the time in every part of the riding Q: The riding is predominantly Francophone What is your party’s plan to ensure Francophone residents receive the support and resources they need in their official language A: As Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Francophone Affairs Francophone businesses help us open new markets—an effective way to counter tariffs Our government remains fully committed to creating a business-friendly environment where French can thrive Francophone businesses are key allies in diversifying our economy It was Doug Ford’s government that first modernized the French Language Services Act It was Doug Ford’s government that entrusted the governance of two universities to Francophones It was Doug Ford’s government that tripled funding for the Francophone Community Grants Program introduced the first Franco-Ontarian economic strategy and officially recognized the Franco-Ontarian flag as a provincial symbol a Doug Ford government takes action for the Francophonie Q: How does your party plan on addressing the housing shortage Ontarians are struggling to put food on the table and are struggling to even rent or buy a home We are helping municipalities by investing millions in infrastructure This is how we plan to build 1.5 million homes by 2031 All of this aims to make it easier for developers to build housing It will work a bit like the law of supply and demand: once we have built more homes allowing young families the ability to afford a home A: Ontarians should vote for me because I am familiar with the issues facing Glengarry-Prescott-Russell and have worked closely with local organizations since my time as mayor and warden I am the best candidate to make a real difference in the riding Accueil » City hosting open house on rec programs The City of Clarence-Rockland is encouraging residents to attend an open house where it will detail its many recreation and culture programs as well as provide information on the many non-profit organizations across the municipality This event addresses one of the priorities of the City’s strategic plan and aims to support the growth of local organizations that have a positive impact on the community “This is a milestone for our community,” said Julie Chartrand communications officer with the City of Clarence-Rockland “While something similar existed in Rockland over 20 years ago Our municipality is home to fantastic programs offered by both local organizations and small businesses and we believe it’s important to showcase them This event provides a great opportunity for residents to explore and discover what’s available right here in their own backyard.”  where residents can explore and register for a variety of recreational programs events and activities available for the fall 2024 and winter 2025 seasons The City said it is a chance for residents to discover new programs and activities and interact with local clubs and organizations The information session portion of the evening is exclusively for non-profit organizations Attendees will receive detailed information about the City’s support programs including financial and technical assistance with experts available to answer questions “The type of support needed can vary from one community group to another,” added Chartrand This is also a great opportunity to explain how the City of Clarence-Rockland can assist organizations with their events and programs.”  Twenty-one local organizations have confirmed their attendance for the information session including TVC22 the Clarence-Rockland Library and Pleine Nature “We encourage others to join in—it’s free the bigger the success of this event,” added Chartrand “If you’re interested in showcasing what you offer don’t hesitate to reach out and get involved.”  The event takes place on the second floor of the Clarence-Rockland Arena The deadline to register is end of day on Tuesday For more information, contact Julie Chartrand at jchartrand@clarence-rockland.com Accueil » Nats will face Smiths Falls in Round 2 The Rockland Nationals are off to round two of the Central Canada Hockey League (CCHL) playoffs after completing a 4-0 sweep of the Cornwall Colts in the opening round of the postseason While the Nats were able to fend off their opening round opponents in four straight games with game two needing overtime to declare a winner The Nationals will hope to keep the momentum from their first round series win into round two which begins this Friday night in Rockland                                                                              Series clinching win in Cornwall   With a high scoring game three in the rearview mirror the Nats traveled to Cornwall with a chance to close out the Colts with a sweep The home team led 2-1 to start the third period but then it became the Gabriel Le Houillier show as the Rockland forward scored the visiting team’s next three goals to lift the Nationals to a 4-0 series sweep of the Colts                                                                                Round 2 battle with Smiths Falls  the Nats will welcome the Smiths Falls Bears   when they begin their second round Sign In Register CLARENCE-ROCKLAND — Ontario Provincial Police say an 83-year-old has been charged with second-degree murder after a person was killed in a small city east of Ottawa