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What’s in a name? A century-plus of Ontario baby names

I’ve written here before about my interest...

Tait McKenzie students curate book list for National Library Collection

Students at R. Tait McKenzie Public School are helping...

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What’s in a name? A century-plus of Ontario baby names

I’ve written here before about my interest in the spread of AI technologies, from their halting early steps when they seemed like little more than mildly amusing party tricks,...

Al Potvin Family foundation donates $40,000 to help support Civitan accessible playground

The Al Potvin Family Foundation (APFF) is pleased to announce a recent donation to the Almonte Civitan Club in the amount of $40,000. The donation will go towards the Civitan Club’s fundraising...

Spinach and Feta Lentil Bowls

by Susan Hanna This recipe from NYT Cooking is healthy, hearty and delicious. Blanch the greens and cook the eggs in boiling water. Remove the greens and eggs but reserve...

If you are looking for a family physician, contact the Ottawa Valley FHT

by Antoinette Strazza While in the process of coordinating an amalgamation of all clinical offices in Almonte, the Ottawa Valley Family Health Team (OVFHT) is...

Flu Shots

by Susan Hanna After summer comes fall…and flu season. The best way to protect yourself and your loved ones from the flu is to get...

Gay Cook’s Asian-Style Roast Boneless Turkey Breast with Fruit Rice Stuffing

Makes 4 servings A delicious roast turkey breast is perfect to celebrate Thanksgiving dinner with fewer than 10 family and friends. One can buy larger...

Gay Cook’s Fried Green Tomatoes

As our vegetable growing season is nearing its end and so are tomatoes as they stop turning red. The big question is how to...

Meet the Almonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor Board of Directors

by Susan Hanna The Almonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor (AGH/FVM) is governed by a strong, active Board of Directors drawn from our community. The Board...

Gay Cook’s Grilled Harvest Vegetables with Fresh Herbs and Goat Cheese

As autumn begins to bring cooler weather, it’s still time to enjoy the abundant harvest. This recipe can be used with different vegetable combinations...

Your support will help AGH purchase equipment for patient care

by Susan Hanna Service clubs, businesses or individuals wishing to support the Almonte General Hospital by purchasing patient care equipment should call Foundation Executive Director...

Gay Cook’s Carrot Terrine with Herbs – Dill, Chervil or Mint

Serves 4 - 5 The autumn is a great time for carrots as they are still tender and sweet tasting. The carrot terrine is perfect...

Peach and/or pear galette

Makes 5 - 6 servings Photo courtesy of google images  Autumn brings great tree fruit from pears, apples, peaches to plums. They all make delicious galettes...

Dr. Jody Murray talks about osteoarthritis during Arthritis Month

September is Arthritis Month. In this article, Almonte family physician Dr. Jody Murray talks about osteoarthritis, which is the most common form of the...

Gay Cook’s Nicoise salad

Makes 4-5 servings Nicoise salad is a traditional Provencal or southern French salad. There are many variations depending on the availability in different villages. It...

Dr. Kate Miller’s back-to-school health and safety tips

Now that the kids are back to school, make sure they have a healthy and safe year. Here are Some...

La Bottega Nicastro welcomes owner of Campo di Torri producer

La Bottega Nicastro, 64 George St, Byward Market welcomes Eduardo Salvia, owner of Il Casellino near Florence, Italy, this Sat. 11 a.m. - 3...

Vankleek Hill beer now available at the LCBO

The international award winning beer made in Vankleek Hill has produced a new Strong, Dark Wheat beer available this week in the LCBO throughout...

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