OTTAWA

A GardaWorld armoured truck caught fire in downtown Carleton Place Wednesday night.

Almonte Country Haven continues to work through a full facility isolation period after announcing a coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak March 29.

In ways we never imagined, in a very short period, COVID-19 has changed our lives.

Being a front-line health care worker during the coronavirus pandemic is a unique experience.

As the number of confirmed coronavirus cases continues to grow worldwide and warnings to protect ourselves grow ever more stern, there are those who are working tirelessly to provide care to the sick at our hospitals.

For Chantal and Shem Dmytryshyn of Clean Valley Janitorial Services, the coronavirus pandemic has meant fewer jobs, increased risk and plenty of uncertainty.

Even during the COVID-19 pandemic, those working with the developmentally challenged push through to continue their obligations.

At the very forefront of the battle against the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) are the dedicated and talented health-care workers in our community.

Amid the uncertainty and fear of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, front line workers include the many dedicated staff members at our long-term care homes.

When Shelly Sidney was a little girl she would visit her elderly neighbours on Fortington Street in Renfrew and do little odd jobs for them.