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Judie McSkimmings — obituary

McSkimmings, Judith Ann (1942-2026) After a brief illness,...

Dining room set for sale

Contemporary D/R set hutch / buffet...

Michelin X-ICE Snow SUV 255/65/R18 Winter Tires for sale

Set of 4, Michelin X-ICE Snow SUV...

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New garden on the Alameda

This summer, a group of Almonte residents built a new garden to beautify the pathway that links the Alameda to Reserve and Albert Streets. Neighbours moved dozens of stones,...

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 grateful for your donation. We’re creating...

They Paved Paradise

Gardeners in Carleton Place urgently need your help. The community garden on Townline Road in Carleton Place has been located on land owned by the Catholic School Board of...
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Gardening in Almonte: The Power of the Hoop!

This past Sunday it was clear, bright and sunny. A beautiful day! The outdoor temperature at 9 am in Almonte was only one degree...

Gardening in Almonte: Whither the Neighbourhood Tomato?

The times they are changing for community vegetable gardens in Mississippi Mills. The main force behind community vegetable gardens in Mississippi Mills is the...

Gardening in Almonte: Still lots going on in the garden!

As you may recall the final weigh-in of the Veggie Grow-off took place a couple of weeks ago on Saturday October 10 at the...

Gardening in Almonte: Two tons!!

The final weigh-in of the Veggie Grow-off took place on Saturday October 10 at the Almonte Farmers Market. Gardeners and local dignitaries gathered as...

Miss Mills produces over 1.5 tons of garden veggies for the food bank‏

For the second year, gardeners in Mississippi Mills triumphed in the Great Veggie Grow-off competition with Carleton Place and Beckwith. Organized by the Neighbourhood...

Gardening in Almonte: Will we reach two tons?

We are rapidly closing in on the final weigh-in of the Veggie Grow-off. Last year the total was over 2800 pounds. The latest tally...

The Great Veggie Grow-off: Final weigh-in October 10

The Great Veggie Grow-off, year two, prepares for the final weigh-in on October 10th at the Almonte Farmer’s Market. You can help them reach...

Gardening in Almonte: Georgia Jet vs Yukon Gold

No, this is not a match between a couple of wrestlers from Canada and the U.S. It is a comparison of the productivity this...

Gardening in Almonte: More Fall Planting

It remains glorious fall weather and what a contrast it is with last fall. Last year the end of the season for tomatoes, peppers,...

Gardening in Almonte: Fall Planting – A Report Card

I have written more than a few times about the possibilities of planting cool weather vegetables for a fall harvest. Mid-August generally signals the...

An honourable mention for yard of the week

by Noreen Young and Bruce Kingsley Hey Mr/Ms Millstone!  Wait for me!  I've got an honourable mention for the Yard of the Week.  I know...

Yard of the Week, September 7 — Gail and Gerry Murphy

Gail and Gerry Murphy are the proud gardeners at 9 Tatra Street in Almonte.  They were nominated by Angie and Rob Acheson.  A cozy...

Come and enjoy a 400 foot labour of love at the edge of Almonte

The sunflowers at the home of Shirley and Al Potvin at 38 Carss Street in Almonte will peak in the next few days. Come...

Gardening in Almonte: The seasons they are a changin’

The weather continues gloriously summer-like this week with temperatures 7 to 8 degrees above seasonal averages. It has been a fabulous growing season with...
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