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ADHS students create ‘memory boxes’ for parents who experience perinatal loss

Families experiencing perinatal loss at Almonte General Hospital will soon receive handcrafted memory boxes thanks to a compassionate community initiative involving The Souls Nest, Almonte and District High School,...

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

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...
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Spicy Poblano Tacos with Fried Sesame Halloumi

by Susan Hanna If you are trying to eat less meat, try these tacos from Half Baked Harvest’s Super Simple cookbook. Cook onion, cauliflower, garlic...

Hospice seeks volunteers to help with auction

It’s always fun to be part of something successful! Come join us! The OutCare Foundation, one of Home Hospice North Lanark’s consistent supporters, has invited...

Mississippi Mills Youth Centre is back in action! 

MMYC offers a wide variety of community events, activities, and programs to support our local youth’s diverse interests, goals, and talents. Right now, many...

Zurich Baked Beans

by Susan Hanna  To me, baked beans are the ultimate winter comfort food. This recipe from Canadian Living—based on the traditional dish served at the...

A response to consultations on affordable housing

Ursula K Le Guin wrote an essay that was entitled “No Time to Spare” and I would add Lanark County has “No Time To...

Home Hospice North Lanark seeks program coordinator

Are you an RN, RPN, or Social Worker with a medical background? Would you like the opportunity to make a tangible difference in the...

Extra yarn needed!

Do you know your extra yarn could be comforting someone in need? Everyone who enjoys crafting of any kind knows the scenario: you’re in the...

Excitement growing for the garden season ahead

Interested in attracting pollinators to your garden?  Having problems with the cucumber or squash beetle?  Thinking of renovating your existing garden?  Want to learn...

Parmesan-Crusted Strip Loin Roast

By Susan Hanna This recipe from the latest Food and Drink calls for a beef strip loin roast, which is leaner and less expensive than...

Schools will be closed Monday

We have this update from the UCBSB: Due to the Winter Storm Warning that is in place for our school district, all school transportation will...

School buses cancelled tomorrow

We've had this note from the school board: Please be advised that all school transportation is cancelled for all schools within the Upper Canada District...

Berbere-Spiced Chicken, Carrots and Chickpeas

by Susan Hanna Shelf Love, the new cookbook from the Ottolenghi Test Kitchen, focuses on comfort food made from pantry staples, along with Yotam Ottolenghi’s...

Fundraiser for young woman injured in bus crash

Kea McKay is a 22-year old student who lived with her family in Almonte until a couple of years ago when her parents, Jamie...

Ina Garten’s Chicken Chili

by Susan Hanna This chili recipe from Ina Garten doesn’t have beef or beans, but it’s delicious and perfect for a winter supper. Cook onions,...
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