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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...

Slow-Baked Beans with Kale

by Susan Hanna This hearty vegetarian dish from NYT Cooking is nutritious and economical. Wash, blanch and chop kale. Cook onion, carrots and celery, then...

The Don McLeod Story

by Arnie Francis Ladies and Gentlemen…here’s Donnie! You’ve seen him around Almonte. You “know” him. You’ve spotted the Tilley hat, sunglasses and walking poles. You’ve noticed him smiling...

Chicken Enchiladas

by Susan Hanna Everyone loves enchiladas and this recipe from NYT Cooking is tasty and satisfying. You can used canned enchilada sauce or make your...

Major development planned for Pinehurst property

by Sandy O’Hara Have you heard that there is a major development planned for the Pinehurst Manor property? The proposed new businesses are a combination conference...

Korean-Style Ground Pork Stir-Fry

by Susan Hanna This tasty recipe from Canadian Living combines noodles with ground pork flavoured with Korean hot sauce. Cook the noodles and set aside....

Home Hospice tree fundraiser is underway

Our Annual Tree Fundraiser for 2025/2026 has now launched, and the portal is open to the public. Living trees make a meaningful and lasting Christmas...

Planned power outage November 17, Mill and Main vicinity

In case you missed this: The Municipality has been advised by Ottawa River Power Corporation (ORPC) of a planned power outage affecting the Mill Street...

Dijon Chicken with Tomatoes and Scallions

by Susan Hanna This recipe from NYT Cooking is a one-pan meal that combines chicken and scallions with tomatoes in a savoury Dijon-wine sauce. Top...

Home Hospice Yellow Boot Campaign raised over $1,580

These boots may have been made for walking… but now they’re helping us take big steps in supporting Home Hospice North Lanark’s Hike for Hospice. Every...

Cast Iron Baked Ziti with Charred Tomatoes

by Susan Hanna This pasta recipe from America’s Test Kitchen is very tasty and uses only one pan. Cook tomatoes in a hot cast-iron skillet...

Home Hospice North Lanark receives $4,000 donation

Compassionate end-of-life care in North Lanark gets funding support from RTOERO district For many families, caring for a loved one approaching the end of life...

Christmas Food Baskets for Mississippi Mills residents in need

The Almonte Lions Club Charitable Foundation, in Partnership with the Almonte Civitan Club, and Carebridge Corporation, proudly announces the launch of the 2025 Christmas...

Astronaut Chris Hadfield congratulates local students

Retired astronaut Chris Hadfield has sent this message to local students taking part in the Spaceflight Experiments Program: To: All the amazing Grade 5 and...

Tourtieres at St. Paul’s – Back by Popular Demand!

Continuing a tradition of serving the community, and going back more than 30 years, the ‘Holy Rollers’ of St. Paul’s church will be selling...

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