Author: Lesley McKay
Ottawa Public Health – vaccination appointments and pre-registration open for high-priority residents
Below you will find an evening public service announcement from Ottawa Public Health that outlines the most current distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine…
Stittsville Business Association not enthusiastic with proposed small business tax sub-class
A tax deferral program for small businesses this year would have been preferred says Allan Ryan, President of the Stittsville Business Association…
Stittsville Library shares upcoming events aplenty during April school break
April break is just around the corner, at long last! To add to all the excitement of the arrival of spring, the Ottawa Public Library has planned a range of activities…
History captured in watercolours and Haiku by local artist
Perpetua Quigley grew up in St. John’s, Newfoundland where she learned the Zen of walking, from home to school and back, in city parks and along the shores.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Another week has swiftly passed, and with that, Councillor Glen Gower shares some upcoming events and news from the community. This week, the Councillor is seeking nominations for the Stittsville Volunteer Awards; shares some good news for those 70+ and vaccines…
Excitement is mounting for Stittsville Special Olympians representing Canada at World Winter Games
The team skating roster for the 2022 Special Olympics World Winter Games to be held in Kazan, Russia was recently announced. Coach Cathy Skinner excitedly shared with us, “four of the Goulbourn Skating Club’s Special Olympians…
Mayor Watson to host interfaith service on COVID-19 anniversary
On the anniversary of the first death in Ottawa from the COVID-19 virus, Mayor Jim Watson will host an interfaith service to honour all City of Ottawa residents who have lost their lives to COVID-19.
Neighbour’s vigilance nets four arrests in Kanata car thefts
Investigators would like to remind residents to take precaution in order to protect their vehicle after a recent spate of vehicle thefts in Ottawa’s West End…
City adds shuttle buses to ease vaccine over-bookings at Eva James Memorial Community Centre
The City of Ottawa is adding resources today to deal with the provincial issues on the booking system. The system has experienced over-bookings on March 23, 24 and 25 for community vaccination clinics…
Break and enter suspect armed with knife arrested in Stittsville
Ottawa Police officers arrested a man armed with a knife breaking into homes overnight in Stittsville. Frontline Patrol Police were called to Jonathan Pack Street at…
Saving best for last – Stittsville Villa and Manor receive final vaccinations
It was a fantastic way to celebrate St. Patrick’s week! The amazing Ottawa Paramedics and Ottawa Public Health teams converged on the Stittsville Revera Villa and Manor…
Stittsville Lions Club launch rain barrel fundraiser for World Water Day
‘Valuing Water’ is the theme for World Water Day in 2021. World Water Day has raised awareness of the worldwide need for fresh water since 1993. The Stittsville Lions Club…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Have you registered for Cleaning the Capital? Councillor Gower brings you details about the program; along with sharing his thoughts on the recent mailing about the Service Line Warranties of Canada protection program for homeowners…
Richmond’s Jennifer McCrae pockets $250,000 with Instant Bingo Multiplier win
BINGO! Jennifer McCrae of Richmond won the top prize of $250,000 when she recently played a $10 Instant Bingo Multiplier game. Her odds of winning were 1 in 3.49…
How to keep a Hort Society entertained – with 50 issues of Veggie Bites!
Judith Cox, President of the Stittsville Goulbourn Horticultural Society has kept the members upbeat during the pandemic through zoom meetings and a weekly electronic newsletter…