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Diana’s Quiz – April 20, 2024

by Diana Filer 1.  When did Nobel Prizes...

EARTHFEST, April 20 in Carleton Place

Second Annual EARTHFEST, April 20 in Carleton...

An Almonte baby boom

Springtime is often busy in the Almonte...

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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...

Gardening in Almonte: Harvesting and Clean-up Continues!

by David Hinks While the weather for the first half of October was exceptionally fine, there are signs that much colder weather is just around...

Don’t get caught with the ‘I over did it’ syndrome this fall

by Dr. Jennifer Fergusson, Chiropractor   There is no prettier sight than the colourful fall leaves in Lanark County.  Soon enough though we will be raking...

Peter Hamer is new Ottawa Valley Family Health Team Executive Director

   Peter Hamer is very excited about the opportunities that lie ahead in his role as the new Executive Director of the Ottawa Valley...

Gay Cook’s Broiled or grilled Marinated Fish Fillets

Makes 4 to 6 servings Most fish are delicately flavored and best prepared with a simple marinade left on for a brief time. This recipe...

Gardening in Almonte: planting time!

 by David Hinks Again the very fine fall weather has continued to hold and it has made it very pleasant to finish up the fall...

Family Councils enrich residents’ lives and support their loved ones

 by Marilyn Wilson-Trider Admission to a long-term care facility is a life-changing event for both the person who is admitted and their family. The admitted...

Junior Civitan recognizes Hub Hospice

by Glenda Jones  At a recent meeting of the Junior Civitan Club, President Owen Farrier presented Hub Hospice Board member Eloise Caverson with a cheque...

Pumpkin Pecan Bundt Cake

A pumpkin dessert is a must for Thanksgiving, and a few years ago, for our family feast, I made this Pumpkin Pecan Bundt Cake...

Gardening in Almonte: Preparing for winter!

by David Hinks The past week (up until the weekend) has probably been the most enjoyable week of the summer, at least weather-wise, for most...

Crain & Schooley marks 60th anniversary with donation to Almonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor Foundation

Crain & Schooley Insurance has made a generous donation of $12,500 to the Almonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor Foundation “The year 2013 marks the 60th anniversary...

Mill Street gets the autumn treatment

by Brent Eades Members of the town's Beautification Committee and other volunteers gathered by Baker Bob's this morning for the annual decorating of Mill Street...

Gay Cook’s salad of poached pear with blue cheese

Makes 4 to 6 servings This is the season for delicious local pears in a salad that come to life with the flavourful cheese. 4 or...

Gardening in Almonte: Lots to enjoy and lots to learn!

by David Hinks What better way to enjoy a Saturday morning than to head down to the Almonte Farmers’ Market; buy some very fresh veggies,...

Do you know how to recognize the signs and symptoms of a concussion?

 by Dr. Jennifer Fergusson, Chiropractor Concussions, also known as mild traumatic brain injuries (MTBI) can happen to anyone, on or off the sports field.  One...

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