Category: News
Bursary applications being accepted by Stittsville Legion, Branch 618
Bursaries are available to anyone up to the age of 25 for post-secondary education. The bursary money comes from the Poppy Trust Fund…
Open House for new Stittsville Youth Centre
This past Wednesday we visited Frederick Banting Alternative High School for the Kiwanis-run Stittsville Youth Centre open house.
What’s happening at the Stittsville Library? Some mid-month updates
If you have not filed your taxes yet, there are still three timeslots available with Revenue Canada Agency personnel to assist you. The Art Space Wall is filled with the beautiful photographs from Sylvie Sabourin…
Are annuities a wise investment choice for retirement?
Annuities can provide a guaranteed income for life, making them an attractive option to create a stable retirement income and enhance your long-term financial security.
Easy lifting at ReStores now possible with Ontario Trillium Foundation funding
(At the Iber Road ReStore, staff and volunteers, Habitat Greater Ottawa office staff and Habitat partner families, gather around one of the Work Assisted Vehicle Lifts purchased with the Ontario…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
We’re planning the third edition of the very successful Welcome to Stittsville Multicultural Festival. This year’s event will be held on June 15 from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Village Square Park…
Jeff Bosko continues journey to compete in Sabre at the Hong Kong World Veteran Championships
Jeff is now looking to represent Canada in Hong Kong for the World Veteran Championships in 2026. Team Canada takes four competitors and Jeff is currently ranked sixth nationally.
The ‘ladies club’ of Wildpine Residence have filled the purses for the ladies at Chrysalis House
Last week, we took the opportunity to visit Wildpine Residence to find out more about a special project the Ladies Club were organizing and some of the Easter preparations the residents were working on.
Stittsville Lions holding their annual rain barrel sale to support Carleton Place Hospital
The fundraiser is in support of the Carleton Place Hospital’s new Emergency Unit. Many residents of Stittsville use the services at the hospital. The Lions wanted to show the support…
Rising author Samantha Turrell explores mental health in her suspenseful debut novel “Lilith H.”
Author Samantha Turrell discusses her debut novel “Lilith H.” in a recent interview, delving into its exploration of mental health themes inspired by her psychology studies and personal experiences. The protagonist, Lilith Hayes, grapples with grief and sacrifice, mirroring Samantha’s encounters with anxiety.
What’s going on at the Stittsville library? More programs being offered and additional tax clinics
The Library is so important for residents in every community across the region. No-one knows this more so than the Stittsville Library staff. To add to the excitement of the arrival of Spring…
Share the joy of outer space in April with Lucy Hambly
From the total solar eclipse to the Pink Moon, here are some of April’s most anticipated astronomical phenomena and launches…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week Councillor Gower is providing residents with interesting facts and figures on the growth of Stittsville since the 1980s. He shares information on…
Dr. Tim Pychyl guest speaker at April Probus presentation: Solving the Procrastination Puzzle
Dr. Tim Pychyl is a retired Associate Professor of Psychology at Ottawa’s Carleton University and will explain the common misconceptions that are linked to procrastination.
Folk music and history blend seamlessly: Marc Audet’s performance for Goulbourn Township Historical Society audience
Marc, accompanied by Bradley Audet, shared his journey of crafting songs that breathe life into the rich tapestry of the Ottawa Valley’s past…