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Celebrating local students

Every year since 1967, the Almonte Lions...

114th Eastern Ontario Firefighter Games, Saturday, June 20

The Eastern Ontario Firefighter Association is hosting...

Keith Munro — Celebration of life, August 1

Come and celebrate the life of Keith "Greaser"...

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Celebrating local students

Every year since 1967, the Almonte Lions Club honours the memory of R. Tait McKenzie, a distinguished alumnus of Almonte and District High School.  A celebration event is held...

114th Eastern Ontario Firefighter Games, Saturday, June 20

The Eastern Ontario Firefighter Association is hosting the 114th Eastern Ontario Firefighter Games on Saturday, June 20th, 2026 in Pakenham. his long standing event brings together volunteer fire departments from...

Shrimp Stir-Fry with Chives and Chiles

by Susan Hanna This recipe from Bon Appetit is quick and tasty. Toss shrimp with jalapeños and cornstarch. Heat oil and cook shrimp for about four minutes. Add chives and...
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A Slice of Paradise: Bringing neighbours together in Mississippi Mills

Join us for A Slice of Paradise and help celebrate the small moments that make a big difference. Event: A Slice of Paradise Date: Wednesday, June 10 Time: 6 to...

Helping a new Syrian family settle in Almonte

Last October a new Syrian refugee family arrived in Almonte after a six-year-long application process. The Al Baboulis, a father, mother, and four children...

Cheesy Baked Orzo with Marinara

by Susan Hanna This recipe from NYT Cooking is a very tasty vegetarian side or main dish. Cook the orzo and set aside. Briefly cook...

Green Onion Pancakes

by Susan Hanna This recipe for savoury pancakes from the Globe and Mail is based on a Chinese snack or breakfast treat. Make the dough,...

Vote online to support The Hub’s acccessibily fundraising effort

The Hub has entered the McDougall Community Contest (which is open to non-profit organizations and community groups across Ontario) in hopes of being awarded one of three...

Pinehurst: Jane Jacobs and the positive side of Nimbyism

I attended the December 2, 2025 public meeting of Mississippi Mills council regarding the proposed Pinehurst property redevelopment. This large estate is a gem....

Gingery Pork and Snap Pea Stir Fry

by Susan Hanna This recipe from Bon Appetit makes a tasty weeknight dinner. Slice pork and marinate briefly. Make the sauce and set aside. Partially...

Almonte Civitans put $145,000 back into community

Over $145,000 put back into our community this past year! The Almonte Civitan Club is honored to support the incredible work of local charities, foundations,...

Local artist Andrew Jahn supports food bank

Since 2019, food bank usage has more than tripled in Lanark County. According to Lanark County Food Bank manager Tammy Parent, in 2019 it cost...

Help Our Railway Garden Grow 

Do you have sun-loving, hardy plants looking for a new home? Extra mulch or river rock from a recent project? We would be so...

Robert Tait McKenzie Scholarship Awards finalists are announced

The Almonte Lions Club Charitable Foundation is pleased to announce the names of the 10 Almonte District High School students who are the finalists...

Public-access defibrillator in Clayton

The Clayton Recreation Committee is pleased to announce the installation of a new Public Access Defibrillator (PAD) for community use. A PAD—often referred to...

Cumin Chicken Fried Rice

by Susan Hanna This quick and tasty recipe from NYT Cooking is a great way to use up leftover rice. Make the sauce. Cook the...

Easier Compost Pickup

Planting season is here and it’s the ideal time to incorporate some locally produced Fungal Dominant Compost into your gardens. Community Compost Composers is making...
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