Weather for Goulbourn Lawn Bowling open house didn’t deter those wanting to try the sport
With 72 members, the Goulbourn Lawn Bowling Club (GLBC) held their Open House on a rainy May 24 inviting the community to come out and give lawn bowling a try…
Everything was coming up green at the SGHS plant sale
Residents look forward to the SGHS annual plant sale and this year as in previous years, many residents walked away with various plants that will soon be growing in a new garden.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
A new development is being proposed for 2775 and 2785 Palladium Drive, with a virtual public meeting being held on June 10th. The City wants to hear from residents on the new draft of the Zoning Bylaw…
King Charles III and Queen Camilla visit Ottawa for historic Speech from the Throne – detailed itinerary
The last time a sovereign delivered the Speech from the Throne was the late Queen Elizabeth II in 1977, as part of her Silver Jubilee tour. Prior to that, Queen…
Upcoming events and news from the Stittsville Library Branch
Every month there are in-person and virtual programs and events offered for teens, adults, young or new mothers and seniors – drop in and discover more.
Youth Ottawa launches Trivia 4 Tomorrow initiative
Youth Ottawa is launching an exciting new program called Trivia 4 Tomorrow, a digital trivia platform that merges entertainment with meaningful impact.
Spring Cleaning: Powerline safety tips to avoid risk of electrical shock outdoors
Whether planting trees, cleaning eaves, or taking on larger outdoor projects, understanding the precautions around powerlines will help keep the community safe…
City is accepting Spring nominations for commemorative naming proposals
The City of Ottawa is now accepting spring nominations for the commemorative naming of municipal assets. This is your chance to honour the people, histories, and legacies that have shaped Ottawa’s community.
Wildpine celebrates re-opening under new banner – Aspira Senior Living
(Geoff McIllmoyle, Executive Vice-President of Aspira Retirement Living, welcomes residents and guests to the grand re-opening celebration at the recently purchased Wildpine Residence in Stittsville. Photos: Stittsville Central) When Wildpine…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Hoping everyone enjoyed the brisk long weekend. This week Councillor Gower is asking residents to join him for Let’s Bike Month for the month of June. The Enviro-Centre is also…
New City special event by-laws approved by joint committees for Emergency Preparedness and Protective Services and for Public Works and Infrastructure
At a special meeting May 16, 2025, the joint committees for Emergency Preparedness and Protective Services and for Public Works and Infrastructure approved two new special event by-laws. These by-laws, along…
Goulbourn Museum holds annual general meeting and appreciation evening
There was a large number of people in attendance who all had a common theme – they love local history. Prior to the meeting start, guests enjoyed a mix and mingle…
New AGCO cannabis store application undergoing public notice
The public notice offers the municipality and residents of the municipality in which the premises is located an opportunity to respond to the application…
It was the sweet side of giving at Sacred Heart High School
For teachers and students, this is the school’s most anticipated fundraiser of the year. It not only spotlights the delightful creativity of the bakers…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week, Councillor Gower shares updates and pertinent information for our community such as his excitement for the launch of the city-wide program – Ottawa Alert.