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ADHS students create ‘memory boxes’ for parents who experience perinatal loss

Families experiencing perinatal loss at Almonte General Hospital will soon receive handcrafted memory boxes thanks to a compassionate community initiative involving The Souls Nest, Almonte and District High School,...

What’s in a name? A century-plus of Ontario babies

I’ve written here before about my interest in the spread of AI technologies, from their halting early steps when they seemed like little more than mildly amusing party tricks,...

Al Potvin Family foundation donates $40,000 to help support Civitan accessible playground

The Al Potvin Family Foundation (APFF) is pleased to announce a recent donation to the Almonte Civitan Club in the amount of $40,000. The donation will go towards the Civitan Club’s fundraising...

Angel Hair Pasta

by Susan Hanna This recipe from NYT Cooking is quick, easy and so tasty. Cook cherry tomatoes in butter and oil for a few minutes....

Yard of the Week, July 29 2025

The prize for the seventh week of the Almonte & District Horticultural Society’s ‘Yard of the Week’ goes to 174 Mitcheson Street, Almonte.  This...

Sheet-Pan Chicken Thighs with Spicy Corn

by Susan Hanna This recipe from NYT Cooking is an easy weeknight dinner. Marinate chicken thighs in mayonnaise, basil, garlic and pickled jalapeno brine. While...

Just wear the life jacket, please

A press release from the OPP today advised that so far this season ten people have drowned in boating accidents in the eastern Ontario...

Exhibitor’s Workshop for Almonte Fair

If you like to bake, garden, sew or take a good photo, you should plan to be part of the Almonte Fair this fall...

Yard of the Week, July 22 2025

The prize for the sixth week of the Almonte & District Horticultural Society’s ‘Yard of the Week’ goes to 490 River Road in Appleton. ...

Bike riding in Mississippi Mills

Mississippi Mills is a great place to ride a bike and there are lots of us doing just that.  Whether you are a casual...

Nigella’s Favourite Potato Salad

by Susan Hanna This potato salad from Nigella Lawson is a nice change from the mayo-based version. Steam small potatoes and make the dressing. Slice...

Yard of the Week, July 15 2025

The prize for the fifth week of the Almonte & District Horticultural Society’s ‘Yard of the Week’ goes to 860 Jack Dalgity Street, Almonte. ...

North Market – a culinary gem

by Edith Cody-Rice Who knew? We have a Michelin star worthy restaurant in Almonte. A little more than a week ago, I took a visiting...

Are you or someone you know struggling to navigate life after loss?

Grief can feel overwhelming, isolating, and unpredictable—but it doesn’t have to be a journey you take alone. This summer, Home Hospice North Lanark (HHNL)...

The Hub’s Rebound store to close September 20

The Almonte Community Coordinators have been serving Mississippi Mills through our Rebound store for many years and are truly appreciative of the support provided...

Almonte Town & Home Tour, August 16

Indulge your curiosity at the Almonte Town & Home Tour - Presented by Westview Projects! Almonte, ON- Aren’t we all a little nosy? On Saturday,...

Grilled Shrimp with Spicy Slaw

by Susan Hanna This tasty recipe from NYT Cooking tosses shredded cabbage with a citrus dressing and tops the slaw with succulent grilled shrimp. Marinate...

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