Time to submit photos for RVCA’s 60th anniversary calendar
All photographers – amateur and professional alike – are invited to submit their best natural photos from across the Rideau Valley for a chance to be featured in the special 2026 wall calendar.
Adult recreational hockey leagues are back in Ottawa
City Wide Sports is bringing back its adult recreational hockey leagues, offering a structured, inclusive and competitive way for players to stay on the ice and in the game.
Move, create and connect this fall with Ottawa’s recreation and culture programs
Across Ottawa, residents are discovering the power of movement and mindfulness through the City’s diverse yoga programs. We offer a range of classes tailored to different interests, abilities and life stages
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
There is further information on the planned extension of the Poole Creek Walk Way through Amberwood and Amberlakes; he shares an important message from Leslie-Anne Barrett…
A delightful evening of music and stories at Jim Bryson’s ‘The Home Show’
Stittsville’s Jim Bryson shared his backyard under the stars with some of his favourite people for an evening full of stories and music. There were approximately 40 guests who enjoyed the…
July 22nd accident on Sweetnam Drive devastatingly alters the life of Ghost Padron
As many residents are aware, on July 22nd in Stittsville, Ghost Padron was struck by a car while riding their bike. They sustained life-threatening brain injuries and multiple broken bones.
Proposed Hazeldean and Savage development cause for concern
The proposed development would consist of one 19-storey tower and another reaching 25 storeys, in addition to one 4-storey apartment building. There would also be ground floor retail…
Fernbank Road residents frustrated by number of large trucks using the roadway
Residents are voicing their concerns regarding heavy trucks utilizing Fernbank Road and disrupting their safety and neighbourhood. They come through the neighbourhood at all hours…
Share the joy of outer space in August with Lucy Hambly
August is sure to provide astronomy lovers with plenty of exciting observation opportunities as usual. From the Sturgeon Moon to the “best” meteor shower of the year, here are some of August’s most anticipated…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
With this week’s heat, we hope everyone stays cool, well hydrated and staying safe as it is predicted to continue into the middle of the coming week. In this week’s notes from Councillor Gower, he shares…
What’s up in August at the Stittsville Library?
Every month at the Stittsville Branch of the Ottawa Public Library you will discover something new – not only in the books section. There are in-person programs offered for…
Hazeldean Gardens celebrate their new owners with grand re-opening
In May, 2025, Hazeldean Gardens was purchased by Sienna Senior Living under its Aspira retirement brand as the company expands into the Ottawa area.
Serious collision in Stittsville – police seeking witnesses and video footage
The Ottawa Police Service is seeking witnesses or video footage of a collision that occurred on Tuesday, July 22, in Stittsville…
Halfway to Protection: Community pushes MMLT closer to conserving 500 acres of wilderness
A community-driven effort to protect two ecologically significant properties in the Madawaska Highlands has reached a major milestone, the Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust…
Presto card monthly fare capping on OC Transpo begins on August 1, 2025
Fare capping refers to the total cost of single-ride fares a customer pays over a period of time. This new feature is ideal for customers using a Presto card who are eligible for a discount…