‘The bubble’ is done
Taking a leap from the CPR bridge into the deep water of 'the bubble' has been a rite of passage for Almonte teens for...
Michael Smith’s no knead bread
by Gay Cook
This is a delicious bread recipe from Michael Smith, a well known chef from Canada’s east coast. I hope you will find...
Yard of the Week: Grant and Shelagh Gorham
Well it must be almost summer, because the Almonte and District Horticultural Society is back with its popular Yard of the Week series. Here's this week's...
Gardening in Almonte (and Pakenham): In the Can!
While the expression has been used historically (and perhaps is now anachronistic) to describe a program or movie that is on tape or film...
Friendship Oven opens at Almonte library
by Brent Eades
It's been a busy weekend in town.
Yesterday saw the opening of the splash pad and the inaugural PorchFest event, both big hits. And...
Riverfront Estates residents join forces to build dock
by Cameron Shields, community liaison officer for Riverfront Estates
Some residents of Riverfront Estates got together to build a temporary dock until we can get...
Splash pad opens at Gemmill Park
It was sunny and getting warm as dozens of families gathered at Gemmill Park today for the long-awaited opening of the splash pad.
This was the...
Major grant a big boost to Country Street Centre for seniors
Mills Community Support receives major grant for the Country Street Centre
Mills Community Support is delighted to announce new grant funding for the Country Street...
First bike ride ever at 98½ years old!
Even 98-year-olds can enjoy bicycle month!
by Millie Maloney
Jeff Mills took the initiative to bring a special bike to town for bicycle month. It pedals...
Roasted Honey-Chili Shrimp with Figs & Pearl Onions
by Susan Hanna
This delicious recipe from the LCBO’s Food and Drink is sweet and spicy. Marinate raw shrimp in sriracha while you roast figs...
