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In Memoriam – Paul W. Ruston

Paul Ruston was for many years the only permanent resident in the Key River Area. His many years of service and contributions to the interests of the KRAA will be greatly missed. Reproduced from https://www.arbormemorial.ca/en/leclair/obituaries/paul-william-ruston/128854.html Paul William Ruston February ...

In Memoriam – David Yule

Reproduced from https://obits.pennlive.com/ca/obituaries/theglobeandmail/name/david-yule-obituary?id=54697636 It is with profound sadness and grateful memories that we share the peaceful passing of David, the ultimate understated gentleman, who has now moved on to the next leg of his adventure. Born ...

In Memoriam – John Bell

John Bell was a long-time Director and active member in the KRAA. His many contributions to the Association are greatly appreciated. Reproduced from https://www.legacy.com/ca/obituaries/theglobeandmail/name/john-bell-obituary?id=54092010 JOHN SCOTT BELL August 11, 1942 - January 4, 2024 Born and raised ...

[Updated] Killarney and MNRF Fire Ban 2023

Fire Ban Lifted effective 2023-07-11 16:00 The Restricted Fire Zone previously in place for the entire Fire Region of Ontario has been lifted, effective Tuesday, July 11, at 16:00 hrs. Killarney and French River Provincial Park have also lifted their fire bans. The fire danger rating is presently Moderate ...

In Memoriam – Carol Menard

Reproduced from https://www.sudbury.com/obituaries/menard-carol-7044609 Menard, Carol (née Barr) (1935 – 2023) It is with great sorrow that the family announces the passing of Carol Menard in Sudbury, Saturday May 20th 2023,  at the age of 87 years. Daughter of the late Gordon and Marie Barr ...

Wildfire soil remediation and research update

In 2022, the KRAA contributed financially to an effort by Professor Mike Waddington to begin soil restoration after the devastating PS33 fire of 2018. A test plot was selected in Sand Bay, and work was scheduled to begin in the summer of 2022. The following update was provided by Alan Burke, former ...

Killarney Fire Ban – July 2022

FIRE BAN IN EFFECT IMMEDIATELY - July 19, 2022 The Municipality of Killarney declares IMMEDIATE FIRE BAN Effective immediately, Fire Chief Robert Campbell of the Killarney Volunteer Fire Department has declared a FIRE BAN on all open fires and burning (including incinerators, cooking, and warmth due ...

Fire Ban Lifted May 2022

Effective immediately, the fire ban in Ward 2 is lifted. For more information, visit Killarney's website. ...