Author: Lesley McKay
Support Stittsville mom Tammy Rydholm at fundraiser on September 26
Young, vibrant and battling the fight of her life. Tammy Rydholm has been diagnosed with stage 4 metastasized melanoma in both of her lungs. It is incurable. A single Mom, who…
A party to celebrate an award-winning author – Stittsville’s own Amanda Jetté Knox
(All photos: Jonathan Ball) A party was held on September 22 to celebrate Stittsville author, Amanda Jetté Knox and her award-winning book Love Lives Here: A Story of Thriving in…
Stittsville 3-on-3 ball hockey holding annual tournament October 6th
The 3rd Annual Stittsville 3-on-3 Ball Hockey Tournament will be taking place this year on Sunday, October 6 from 2:00 – 6:00 pm in the vacant lot beside the Hazeldean Gardens (old location…
Happenings in Stittsville and area this last weekend of summer
The last weekend of summer has crept up on everyone with cooler nights and darker evenings, but there is still lots of local events to enjoy. Saturday, September 21st — Memory…
‘Rock out for Jack Party’ being held to support Stittsville boy – September 28th
(Jack is hyped for his Rock Out for Jack Party. Photo: Brown family) If you have not heard yet, a fundraising party is taking place for Jack Brown on September…
Older homes with lead pipes eligible for City of Ottawa rebate program
There are many older homes in Stittsville and if your home was built before 1955 and you have lead pipes that connect to non-lead City pipes, you are eligible for a…
Remember a fellow Lions Club member – dedicate a tree in the Memorial Forest
The District A4 Lions Memorial Forest is located in a tranquil rural setting at 9478 Russell Road in Ottawa between Navan and Vars. The forest is on the grounds of…
Well-known and beloved Stittsville resident Elroy McCooeye passes away
What words describe a man like Elroy McCooeye – humble; heroic; ingenious; slyly witty; proud husband, father and grandfather; a dear friend to many – come to mind. ‘Roy’ as most…
Fernbank Road’s hidden oasis for the socialized pooch
We took a ride up Fernbank Road this week to visit Barkwood Forest, the home of Boogity Dog Walking service. We had heard from many about this safe location for…
Halloween going to the dogs at the HolliBell Foundation doggie walk-a-thon
(HolliBell volunteers supporting the June Doggie Walk-a-Thon at Sunset Farms in Stittsville. Photo: Hollibell) Created in the fall of 2018 with its mission to continuously help raise funds for animals…
Lots to do in Stittsville for the weekend and into next week
Just when you thought it might possibly be a quiet weekend — not so much. Many activities are taking place in Stittsville and beyond our borders. Some important dates to note…
Enthusiastic turn-out for Stittsville Kidney Walk and United Church funday
(Cera Gagnon leads the group in a warm-up. All photos: Stittsville Central) The front and side yards of the Stittsville United Church welcomed the participants to the 7th Annual Stittsville…
Dog walkers disregarding privileges at Stittsville Dog Park – Shea Woods
It has been brought to our attention by Responsible Dog Owners Canada (RDOC) that those people walking their dogs along the Shea Woods trails and the forest area, unfortunately, are not…
Jody Ryan of Yoga Tools for Life continues mission with new classes
We sat down with Stittsville resident Jody Ryan of Yoga Tools for Life to catch-up on all of her activities since our April article. She is pleased with the turn-out…
City council sending Waste Management contract to the black bin
Since early Spring 2019 Stittsville residents have been complaining loud and clear about the lack of garbage service being provided by Waste Management (WM) to our community. These complaints, or lack…