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...
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 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...
By Mary Wilson Trider and Heather Garnett
In October 2012 the Ottawa Valley Midwives expressed an interest in acting in the role of First Assist at Caesarean...
by Susan Hanna
If you enjoy hot and spicy stir fries, try this recipe for Gong Bao chicken from Food52 at www.food52.com. Gong Bao chicken, sometimes called Kung Pao chicken, is made with chicken, chiles, peanuts and a variety of other...
by Susan Hanna
Every week, 425 Canadians are diagnosed with colorectal cancer, and 175 will die from it.
Yet, if detected and treated early, the cure rate for...
by Mary Wilson-Trider
During the last quarter of 2012, residents of Fairview Manor and their families were asked for their views on the care provided...
The Almonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor (AGH/FVM) Foundation recently received a generous gift from the late John Jamieson (Johnny) Waddell, who left the bulk of...
by Susan Hanna
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We celebrated Chinese New Year with this delicious one-pot, Asian-style chicken and rice dish from Lucy Waverman. It is a combination...