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The Tunic Show at the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum

by Edith Cody-Rice On Saturday August 1, the...

Beth Gillan — obituary

Margaret Elizabeth Gillan (née Blair), affectionately known...

Grilled Shrimp with Charmoula Sauce

by Susan Hanna This recipe from America’s Test...

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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...

Honey Sesame Halloumi Spinach Salad

by Susan Hanna If you are looking for a tasty, light meal on a warm summer day, try this salad from NYT Cooking. Make the dressing and toss it with...

Almonte Lawn Bowling Club “rolls for the cure”

July 20 was a lovely evening and the members of the Almonte Lawn Bowling Club came together for this year's Rolling for the Cure. The generosity and community spirit on...

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...

Dr. John King practised medicine in Almonte for 46 years

Dr. John King, who practised medicine in Almonte for 46 years, passed away September 22, 2013. Born in Moncton, NB, Dr. King came to Almonte...

Home of potters Saskia and Sietze Praamsma featured in the Ottawa Citizen

The unique home of  Potters Saskia and Sietze Praamsma in Clayton is featured in this Ottawa Citizen article. The Praamsmas purchased the home in 1980...

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