Category: News
Asked to be an executor? Here’s what one executor wishes he’d known ahead of time
The executor must follow the wishes expressed in that person’s will and all applicable laws. An executor may be a family member, a friend, a trust company or a professional.
Bag & Tag left for Ottawa Council to decide after the waste proposal fails in a tied vote
The City’s proposal for the ‘bag and tag’ proposal was defeated with a tied vote made by members of the Environment and Climate Change Committee.
Station 81 firefighters battle large Stittsville house fire on Poplarwood Avenue
Due to the amount of 911 calls coming in and the smoke visible from a distance by responding crews, a “working fire” was declared to dispatch additional resources to the scene.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
On June 20th come out to the Stittsville Library to hear Paralympian Collinda Joseph speak as part of the Councillor’s speaker’s series – registration is required.
Sacred Heart lacrosse team wins back-to-back National Capital titles and is headed to OFSAA!
Despite the obvious excitement of the Huskies going into OFSAA, they never expected anything less of their team. They are ready to compete on a bigger stage and we wish them the best of luck on June 5th and 6th as they play against the best in the province!
Ontario lowering minimum age requirement to be a lifeguard
Creating more lifeguard opportunities, allowing businesses and municipalities to hire additional staff ahead of the upcoming summer, will help keep pools and recreational camp waterfronts safe.
Lucy Hambly breaks into the world of STEM
Lucy Hambly claimed her first STEM win recently, being awarded School Champion for the University of Waterloo’s Fryer math contest with other Grade 9 students worldwide.
When you hear the knock – open your door to an Ottawa firefighter for the biannual Wake Up! program
From Monday, June 5 to Monday, June 12, Ottawa Fire Services will be visiting homes during the spring Wake Up! program to ensure that smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms are present and working.
Ottawa Humane Society warns pet owners of increased danger to pets left in cars as temperatures rise
Temperatures in vehicles rise extremely quickly — even with the windows left open. Pets can quickly overheat, leading to brain damage and even death…
Share the joy of outer space in June with Lucy Hambly
The month begins with the rising of the full moon of June, also known as the Strawberry Moon, rising at 11:41 PM (Eastern Standard Time) on June 3. This moon is typically the final full moon of the spring season or the first of summer…
‘Ride for Dad’ revs their engines in support of prostate cancer June 3rd
Riders and supporters from the Ottawa/Gatineau region will come together to take part in a live entertainment and celebration departing from Canada Post…
Betty Hill Walkway proposed to rename Poole Creek pathway
It has been proposed that the walkway be renamed to Betty Hill Walkway. In recognition of Betty HIll’s demonstrated excellence, the City has been asked to name a section of the Poole Creek Walkway…
Douglas Sutherland ‘Art in Park’ features artists, authors and entertainment on June 4
The event, organized by the Stittsville Village Association (SVA) along with its volunteers, promises to be a fun, exciting day at the Stittsville’s Village Square Park (corner of Abbott and Stittsville Main) to carry on Doug’s legacy event.
Greg and Aaron McPherson walking again to support youth and fight the stigma of addictions and mental health
This year’s walk, taking place on June 2 and June 3, will see the father and son team walk all 24 Ottawa wards in 24 hours including a walk through the Byward Market to Alexandra Bridge to honour Aric.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week, the Councillor invites all residents to his upcoming Welcome to Stittsville Multicultural Festival at Village Square Park on June 17 with entertainment and exhibits for all to enjoy.