Author: Lesley McKay
Photos: Parade of Lights another success thanks to community spirit
Thanks to the Stittsville Village Association, volunteers and sponsors, the December 2nd Parade of Lights was another success. The weather was perfect with the skiff of snow…
The Turcotte family returns with the fun, old-fashioned Christmas Vacation complete with 5,000 twinkling lights
The Turcotte family of Stittsville – Shawn, Chantelle, Hudson and Kennedy – have been bringing laughter and joy to all who visit their spectacular Christmas displays and accepting donations for causes close to their hearts.
Stittsville Goulbourn Horticultural Society members brave the weather for their 2023 AGM
The next year promises to be full of informative speakers each month and some fun events. The annual photo contest is one that highlights the many talented photographers here in the community who…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week Councillor Gower is excited to share details on the December 2nd Parade of Lights organized by the Stittsville Village Association – make sure you come out and celebrate…
Ottawa Police seek witnesses to fatal collision on Carp Road
Investigators would like to speak with anyone who witnessed the collision or may have dashcam footage of this incident and have not yet spoken to police.
History: Stittsville Public School celebrating 75 years, but its roots began in 1875 on Carp Road
The Stittsville Public School is celebrating 75 years in the community with a Memory Mingle on Thursday, November 30, 2023 from 4:00 to 6:00pm. It will be an open house with past and current students and teachers…
New AGCO liquor license application undergoing public notice
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has notified Stittsville Central that they have released a public notice for a liquor sales license at Noodlebox…
Bench dedicated to Walter Kavanagh in 2000 restored by the Stittsville Lions
Walter was known for the many good deeds he shared with our community. He could always be counted on to sponsor many of our hockey and softball teams over the years and our annual June Jamboree.
The air was filled with Christmas spirit at Goulbourn Museum’s old-fashioned market
Thanks to the volunteers who worked so hard, local businesses and individuals who generously donated to the event, Museum staff say “it was a roaring success”.
Two TIFF film showings remain in the Rotary Club’s 2023 winter series
The Rotary Club of Ottawa-Stittsville has been treating Ottawa residents to nationally and internationally renowned films for eleven years now in collaboration with the Film Circuit of the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF).
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
The Councillor appeals to residents, if they can, to help support the Stittsville family that lost everything in last week’s fire.
Stittsville family needs our support after losing everything in Orville Street fire
If you can donate any amount to help out this family, especially at this time of year, it will be greatly appreciated. Give what you can to help this family stay together, recover and return to their daily life.
Busy weekend ahead for events in Stittsville and area – next week too
The holiday season is quickly approaching and with that there are a number of arts and craft shows taking place in Stittsville and area. There are dinners, theatre, fundraisers, trivia and karaoke nights to fill your weekend and the upcoming week. Don’t miss out on these fun times.
What’s happening at the Stittsville Library?
The upcoming Trivia Night is sure to put your hippocampus to the test. The Stittsville Library continues to offer substantial learning opportunities for everyone…
Specialty bakery a welcome addition to Stittsville – British Pride Bakery has arrived
“When you walk into a British Pride, we have fresh products made every single day, seven days a week, so people are always picking up product that is just like their granny would make,”…