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Nancy Therrien – a prominent member of the Stittsville community has passed away
A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, November 10, 2024 at the Stittsville Legion from 1:00 – 4:00pm. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
Food Basics is celebrating Diwali by shining an even brighter light on the occasion
With residential firework bans, Food Basics is bringing an innovative drone show to Ottawa’s Capital Diwali Mela event on October 25…
Is an RRSP always the best choice for retirement?
While there’s no doubt RRSPs remain an excellent way to save for retirement, they’re not the only tool in the box – other types of accounts can possibly be more effective.
Attendees swooned for romance at Re-Read Used Books’ afternoon with talented local authors
The afternoon featured authors: Kate Cole, Maggie North, Emily Murray, Renée Gendron, Mona Storm, Syren Nightshade, Caroline Richardson, Jennifer Carole-Lewis, with their special guest Joey Berry.
United Way’s ‘Tee Up for Change’ raises $65K to support region’s most vulnerable
On a glorious, sun-filled Thursday, 144 golfers turned out to hit the links and do their part to ensure vulnerable people across Renfrew County, Lanark County, Ottawa and Prescott-Russell have access…
Looking back to how Stittsville Central got started on September 1, 2014
Wow! How has it already been a decade? I launched Stittsville Central in 2014 and managed it for the first four years, and recently current editor Lesley McKay asked me to share some of my memories…
Smooth rolling at the Goulbourn Lawn Bowling Club’s Wildpine Residence Pairs Tournament
The Goulbourn Lawn Bowling Club hosted the twelve teams participating in the inaugural Wildpine Residence Pairs Tournament held on August 22, 2024.
It was used book bliss at the successful ReStore Reads Book Fair
(Volunteers Don Kam and Joanna Bradley were kept busy at the ReStore Reads Book Fair held on August 10 and 11. Customers kept Don’s cash machine ringing and Joanna put…
New family-owned pizzeria opening its doors in Stittsville – Pizza Salvatoré
Giving back to the community and being actively involved has always been important to the Salvatoré family business. The five siblings invite any interested organization to submit an application…
Build your library – and help build safe, affordable homes for local families
Co-ordinator, Denis Deschênes, said volunteers were happy to step up. As a volunteer himself with Habitat since 2018…”It is my way to continue to contribute.”
When 29,000 pounds of potatoes tumble into Stittsville – Lionhearts take charge
Kiara told us, “the over 24,000 pounds of potatoes will be used to make good nutritious meals, as well as Lionhearts’ agency partners – food banks, community homes, and shelters – receiving delivery of the potatoes.”
Gear Up for Summer: Stittsville Pharmacist’s health advice
Next time you’re dealing with a summertime ailment, consider visiting your local pharmacy instead of waiting in the ER. From pesky insect bites to unexpected health issues, pharmacists provide a qualified and accessible option…
Stittsville Villa throws a Mexican fiesta
On July 23rd, Stittsville Villa staff brought the Mexico theme to their residents and the public at their Mexican Fiesta. They unleashed all of the fiesta fun…
Should you pay down debt or invest?
To determine whether it would be better for you to pay down debt or invest in the market, you need to look at your situation holistically…
Celebrate Canada Day in Stittsville
Celebrate Canada Day in your hometown and thank all of the volunteers and sponsors who have made these events possible. Celebrate Canada Day in Stittsville!