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166th Almonte Fair is nearly here

Well, it is close to one month until the 166th Almonte Fair (September 11-13, 2026). The Almonte Fair has been an annual fixture in our community since 1858 (less 2 pandemic...

Home Hospice North Lanark offers new grief and bereavement support group beginning August 18

Home Hospice North Lanark (HHNL) is inviting members of the community who are coping with the loss of a loved one to participate in a new 7-week Grief and...

Grilled Shrimp with Charmoula Sauce

by Susan Hanna This recipe from America’s Test Kitchen combines grilled shrimp with tangy charmoula, a condiment that originated in North Africa. For the sauce, combine pepper, onion and spices...

Support pours in for ‘Get a Grip’ program for Lanark seniors

Mills Community Support and Community and Primary Health Care, founding partners of the new Get a Grip program, are delighted with recent support that...

Levi Hardware remembrance displays support the Legion

The Almonte Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion is the proud recipient of the continued support of Levi’s Home Hardware and Bill Lawrence.  Lawrence...

Sweet and Chewy Montreal-Style Bagels

by Susan Hanna We love bagels, but it’s hard to find ones without additives and preservatives. So I was looking forward to trying this recipe...

Almonte Country Haven is Workplace of the Year

NOTE: We've received this good-news story from Omni Health Care, which has given us permission to reproduce it. Award recognizes outstanding LTC homes for commitment...

Practice!

by Maureen Dagg I tutor students in high school mathematics. Recently, a new student came to me, and I did my usual things for new students: ...

A drone under the tree this Christmas?

by Brent Eades As Christmas approaches, drones are likely on a lot of gift wish lists. Readers may know that I bought a camera drone...

BMO chips in $40,000 to AGH diagnostic imaging goal

BMO Financial Group donates $40,000 to help ensure patients at Almonte General Hospital have access to the best in diagnostic imaging BMO Financial Group today announced...

Balsamic and Mustard-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Figs

by Susan Hanna This delicious recipe from thekitchn.com turns economical chicken thighs into a dinner party-worthy entrée. Brown the chicken thighs, top with a balsamic,...

Hear from ADHS grads with great careers

ADHS presents “North of the Wall” Discover the world of opportunity on the other side of high school! ADHS is pleased to introduce a series of...

Savvy Company comes to Almonte

by Edith Cody-Rice In a packed Ron Caron auditorium, Savvy Company held its first foodie event in Almonte -- Outstanding in their Fields Taste & Buy...

Evidence proves people are what make Mississippi Mills great!

by Tracy Stimpson I work in the Quality Department of my company.  We have a set methodology for solving problems with any manufacturing processes.  Because...

Gay Cook’s Maple Banana Oatmeal Cookies  

by Gay Cook The flavour of banana brings a warm, welcoming taste in these cookies. A ripe banana must have black spots or in areas...

Meet the Hub Hospice board for 2017-18

To our community supporters: Hub Hospice Palliative Care (HHPC) is proud to introduce their Board for 2017/18. Front row, L to R: Cathy Cochran (Treasurer and...

Trust your eyes to local optometry clinic celebrating 25 years

In 2018, Almonte Family Optometrists will celebrate a quarter century in Almonte. Owners Dr. André St George and Dr. Evelyn St George first opened...

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