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EARTHFEST, April 20 in Carleton Place

Second Annual EARTHFEST, April 20 in Carleton...

An Almonte baby boom

Springtime is often busy in the Almonte...

Brenda Edgerton — obituary

Edgerton, Brenda Pauline Brenda passed peacefully after fighting a...

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An Almonte baby boom

Springtime is often busy in the Almonte General Hospital Birthing Unit, but this March things were really hopping.  There were 33 babies born, almost double the number born last...

Tomato Trout

by Susan Hanna This quick and easy recipe from In Mary’s Kitchen is great for a weeknight supper or casual dinner party. Combine minced sun-dried tomatoes and tarragon with softened...

Mississippi Mills All My Relations seeks volunteer treasurer

MMAMR is an interesting, vibrant community organization which seeks to renew the trust and friendship between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people in our area as our contribution to the Truth...

Broiled or Grilled Marinated Salmon Fillets with Cucumber Herb Sauce  

Makes 4 to 6 servings Salmon is a delicious healthy food with remarkable high levels of omega 3 fats. The Atlantic salmon has a lighter...

Gardening in Almonte: How dry is it?

 by David Hinks I don’t know about your garden, but mine is bone dry and it is impossible to keep everything watered – shades of...

Steamed Corn on the Cob

by Susan Hanna Corn season has arrived! I frequently remove the kernels from the cob and sauté them with onions, peppers and herbs. But sometimes...

Gardening in Almonte: Augusta Park – week 5 – Civitan BBQ

 by David Hinks What a month it has been – it is hard to believe that it is already the end of July and the...

Health Unit raises awareness about bats and rabies

Bats are nocturnal animals and feed most actively two or three hours following sunset.  Bats are efficient insect controllers eating about three times their...

Gay Cook’s Green & Yellow Bean Salad with Basil Dressing,

by Gay Cook Garnish with pansies cherry tomatoes if available 4-6 servings Local green and yellow beans are now at their peak in flavour . Blanch the...

Dr. Karen Turcotte’s tips for protecting yourself from dehydration

If you or your loved ones are outside and active this summer, make sure to avoid dehydration. Here are Ottawa Valley Family Health Team...

Gardening in Almonte: Augusta Park –It’s a Pot-Luck this week!!!

 Augusta Park continues to be the place to be in July! Every Wednesday (and there are five this year!) from 6 to 8pm features...

Hepatitis C:  Know it. Confront it. Get tested.

by Susan Healey  July 28th is World Hepatitis Day 2014.  Canada’s slogan this year is “Know your status?  Get tested.” Many people with viral hepatitis have no...

Lanark County Paramedics plan for the future

By Ed McPherson  The Lanark County Paramedic Service is beginning to look to the future regarding how it will be able to assist a...

Deepening community in Augusta Street Park

by Jeff MillsCoordinator, Community DevelopmentMills Community Support In his book, “Deepening Community, Finding Joy Together in Chaotic Times,” Paul Born speaks of the nature of...

Summer White Wines

 by Don Cook For my summer column, I have selected 3 wines that are best for outdoor entertaining and cottage living. These wines will pair...

Grilled Marinated Chicken Thighs

Recipes usually suggest marinating chicken before grilling, butthis recipe from Martha Stewart Living suggests coating the chicken with a marinade afterwards. It’s quick, easy...

Gardening in Almonte: Augusta Park – Civitan BBQ this week!!!

 by David Hinks Augusta Park is the place to be in July! Every Wednesday (and there are five this year!) from 6 to 8pm features...

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