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5 Wednesdays in July concert series

Friends of Augusta Street Park volunteers have...

Pat Larson — obituary

Larson Patrick John Howard September 7, 1951 – July...

Roasted Pepper, White Bean and Mozzarella Salad

This delicious and nutritious salad from NYT...

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Operators are NOT standing by: The Millstone’s occasional fundraising drive

I’m pretty sure I’ve used this gag before, playing off the catchphrase heard in countless infomercials and telethons. Anyway: The Millstone isn't holding a telethon. But you may have read...

The Millstone is 15 years old today

by Edith Cody-Rice When my husband, Val Sears, and I built our home in Almonte in 2007–08, Val —retired from the Toronto Star — decided he would create a press...

Mayor Lowry is standing for re-election

Mayor Christa Lowry has sent us this note: April 30, 2026 To the residents of Mississippi Mills: I am proud to share that I am standing for re-election as Mayor of Mississippi...
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Fire lab staff told to drink bottled water before neighbours warned

According to a CBC story, "National Research Council employees at the fire-safety testing facility in Mississippi Mills were told to start drinking bottled water...

Burn ban back on in MM

A complete fire ban for Mississippi Mills starts Thursday May 26, 2016. There is no burning permitted until further notice. The Fire Chief reminds all residents that you...

Almonte bus service to end in August

We've heard from readers that drivers on the Thom Transport commuter bus from Almonte to Ottawa have said the company is to be sold and...

CPR line to become trail, usage debate begins

Lanark County has signed on to to a $500,000 deal with two other counties to buy the abandoned CPR rail line that runs through Mississippi Mills...

MRPC gives over $383,000 in interest and dividend payments to town

Press release from Mississippi River Power Corp. Mississippi River Power Corp.’s Brian J. Gallagher generating station paying dividends At the Mississippi Mills Council meeting held on April...

Fire destroys Carleton Place barracks

The Olde Barracks on County Road 29 just outside Carleton Place were completely destroyed by fire late Monday afternoon. Originally built as part of the...

Crash closes Ottawa Street

As of 7 pm on Saturday evening Ottawa Street in front of Patrice's Independent Grocer was closed in both directions following a vehicle crash....

MVTM explores creation of wool-processing facility

On Saturday May 7 at 11:00 am, Small Museums Canada will lead a community forum exploring the feasibility of establishing a wool-processing facility -- the 'Rosamond...

Meet your new Councillor

by Brent Eades Amanda Pulker-Mok didn't expect to emerge the winner from last Tuesday's open vote to fill the Council seat left vacant by the death of...

Amanda Pulker-Mok named as new Councillor

Amanda Pulker-Mok, a mother of two who has been involved in community activities in Mississippi Mills and Carleton Place over the past while, has been selected in an open...

Almonte and CP hospitals combine forces, share CEO

Two hospitals. One goal: the very best care close to home. AGH and CPDMH announce new alliance and shared CEO. Almonte General Hospital (AGH) and...

Almonte gets rave review on Shopify

Quick on the heels of a glowing testimonial from the Expedia travel site, Almonte has been profiled by Shopify as an example of a small...

Scammers phoning from “Visa or Mastercard fraud department”

by Edith Cody-Rice Another Visa / Master Card fraud has arrived in this area. This morning I received a call from a gentleman who said...

MM Volunteer Appreciation Night a big success

On April 5, 2015, Council passed a motion declaring April 10-16 Volunteer Week in Mississippi Mills. Council is proud of and wished to recognize...
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