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Homicide investigation launched after body found in burning car

A vehicle fire in Mississippi Mills last...

Adult recreational volleyball, join us

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Learn about the Junior Civitans

Almonte Junior Civitan is looking for youth from grades 7 to 12 who are interested in developing leadership skills, giving back to the community through fun fundraising activities and...

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,...

Fall news from Home Hospice North Lanark

Fall is a season of gratitude and community. As the colours of autumn begin to brighten our communities, we are reminded that every season brings opportunities to connect, support one...

Gay Cook’s Fish & Seafood Chowder

4 – 5 servings Winter is a great time to eat fish because of their high protein content that gives us needed energy to help...

Spring maple harvest season is here at Fulton’s Sugar Bush and Pancake House

Spring Maple Harvest Season opened last Saturday at Fulton’s Sugar Bush and Pancake House and includes the Maple Shoppe, restaurant, 4 marked trails, outdoor...

Gardening in Almonte: Plants just wanna’ grow!

by David Hinks  I have been checking the geraniums that I potted up last week for signs of growth – these had been pulled from...

Recreation therapy plays a vital role at Fairview Manor

By Mary-Ellen Harris Restorative care is one of the most effective models and philosophies of care for preventing avoidable declines in long-term care residents. At Fairview...

Slow-Roasted Salmon with Fennel, Citrus, and Chiles

Serves 6. This recipe from the January 2014 issue of Bon Appetit tastes as good as it looks. Salmon is tossed with fennel, orange and...

The Hospice celebrates the $55,000 in donations received in its first full year of operation

In the first full year of operation of the Hospice,  the community has donated over $55,000. Donors include service clubs, churches, and interest groups,...

Gardening in Almonte: Pot ‘em up!

 by David Hinks I decided in the past week that it was time to deal with the 30 or so geraniums that had been hanging upside...

Local chocolate maker Hummingbird to open its doors to the public on Saturdays through February, 2014

by Edith Cody-Rice The Ottawa Citizen devoted the front page of its Food section today to Almonte's  Hummingbird Chocolate Maker. The chocolate has been receiving...

Gay Cook’s Pork Tenderloin Medallions topped with Dill Pesto over Stir Fried Napa Cabbage

Pork and dill are great flavours to enjoy during our chilly wine. Makes 4 to 6 servings 1 1/2 lb (750g) pork tenderloin,     Zest of 1 lemon   ...

Gardening in Almonte: Gotta’ get planting

by David Hinks  I don’t know about you, but after a couple of months with absolutely no outdoors gardening I have been developing a case...

Use technology to achieve your health goals in 2014

  by Dr. Jennifer Fergusson, Chiropractor   We are almost one full month into our new years resolutions. If yours was to “be more active” or “get...

Winter wines

by Don Cook  I have selected 3 wines that are best to survive the long, dark season called winter! This winter in particular seems to...

Quinoa Pilaf with Herbs and Lemon

Serves 4-6. Quinoa is gluten-free grain that is very nutritious. However, it can be soggy and bland. This recipe from the January/February 2014 issue of...

Gay Cook’s French Onion Soup

Serves 4 - 5 This traditional French onion soup is a favourite any time of the year but especially the comfort it brings on a...

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