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MVCA education programs this fall and winter

Education Programs – Fall and Winter 2026-2027 Engaging,...

Almonte & District Horticultural Society Fall Plant Sale

Saturday, September 19 8:30 a.m. – 10:30...

New garden on the Alameda

This summer, a group of Almonte residents...

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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...

Garden Ratatouille Pasta Salad

by Susan Hanna This delicious pasta salad from Elle Gourmet is a great way to use late-summer produce. Cook the pasta and let cool. Cook eggplant and zucchini and set...

Pinehurst: Jane Jacobs and the positive side of Nimbyism

I attended the December 2, 2025 public meeting of Mississippi Mills council regarding the proposed Pinehurst property redevelopment. This large estate is a gem....

Gingery Pork and Snap Pea Stir Fry

by Susan Hanna This recipe from Bon Appetit makes a tasty weeknight dinner. Slice pork and marinate briefly. Make the sauce and set aside. Partially...

Almonte Civitans put $145,000 back into community

Over $145,000 put back into our community this past year! The Almonte Civitan Club is honored to support the incredible work of local charities, foundations,...

Local artist Andrew Jahn supports food bank

Since 2019, food bank usage has more than tripled in Lanark County. According to Lanark County Food Bank manager Tammy Parent, in 2019 it cost...

Help Our Railway Garden Grow 

Do you have sun-loving, hardy plants looking for a new home? Extra mulch or river rock from a recent project? We would be so...

Robert Tait McKenzie Scholarship Awards finalists are announced

The Almonte Lions Club Charitable Foundation is pleased to announce the names of the 10 Almonte District High School students who are the finalists...

Public-access defibrillator in Clayton

The Clayton Recreation Committee is pleased to announce the installation of a new Public Access Defibrillator (PAD) for community use. A PAD—often referred to...

Cumin Chicken Fried Rice

by Susan Hanna This quick and tasty recipe from NYT Cooking is a great way to use up leftover rice. Make the sauce. Cook the...

Easier Compost Pickup

Planting season is here and it’s the ideal time to incorporate some locally produced Fungal Dominant Compost into your gardens. Community Compost Composers is making...

Spinach and Artichoke-Stuffed Shells

by Susan Hanna This stuffed shell recipe from Chatelaine can be made in advance and you can use either homemade or store-bought tomato sauce. A...

One-Pot Burrito Casserole

by Susan Hanna This recipe from Ricardo uses pantry staples to make a quick and tasty dinner. Soften onion and garlic, add ground beef and...

Almonte Lawn Bowling Club provides free instruction in Lawn Bowling and Bocce Ball

One of the sure signs of spring is when the winter protection tarps come off the green at the Almonte Lawn Bowling Club. Not...

Naismith Men’s Shed launches free furniture assembly service for seniors

The Naismith Men’s Shed is pleased to announce a new community initiative offering free furniture assembly services for seniors living in Mississippi Mills. This service...

Centre Vie, a locally sponsored orphanage, needs new roof

Almonte resident Dieudonne Batraville, with support from Community Presbyterian Church, established Centre Vie orphanage and school to care for orphans after the devastating earthquake...

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