Rotary Club supports Operation Come Home with August food drive
The Rotary Club has announced they will be supporting Operation Come Home by hosting a one-day Food Drive on Saturday, August 12th, 2023.
Residents of Wildpine and Ravenscroft Courts to submit petition to city opposing proposed development at 37 Wildpine Court
(The proposed four storey low-rise apartment building included in the new development proposal and by law amendment for 37 Wildpine Court. Image: Fotenn Planning + Design) On Friday, August 4,…
100th Regiment of Foot bring history alive in Stittsville park
This summer, the regiment discovered one of Stittsville’s local parks in which to practice their reenactments – the W.J. Bell Rotary Peace Park – to the delight of those who stopped in to watch.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
I’ve been in touch almost daily with OC Transpo management, the Mayor, and my Council colleagues. We are finally heading in the right direction but…
Share the joy of outer space in August with Lucy Hambly
Whether you choose to photograph the Perseids meteor shower, support the Crew-7 crew, or observe the Blue Moon; there is something in astronomy for everyone this month.
What’s happening at the Stittsville Library in August – Barbie world, reading club and so much more
Many of you know Nicki who greets you at the Reception Desk or assists you with finding your next great title to read – well Barbie touched her world as well.
Kanata’s Andrea Massoud plays four parts when Company of Fools returns with Hamlet
(Shakespeare returns to Alexander Grove Park when Company of Fools perform Hamlet under the stars on August 5th. Photos: Company of Fools) A Company of Fools is back bringing Shakespeare to…
The 15U Ottawa Nepean Canadians finally strike gold in the Premier Baseball League of Ontario playoffs
The Ottawa Nepean Canadians are a local baseball team that play in the PBLO (Premier Baseball League of Ontario) and draws from all over Ottawa and its surrounding area, including Stittsville.
Wholesome return for volunteer work at Goulbourn Museum
Families will learn about the heritage vegetables and the history of community gardens, and best of all, get to take home the fruits of their labour! Pack a lunch and make this a fun and wholesome family activity and outing.
Stittsville’s inaugural “West Side Pride” celebration is a great success!
On July 22nd, Stittsville hosted the first-ever West Side Pride event, a Pride celebration for the West End! The event brought in guests from Stittsville and Kanata as far as outlying areas such as Kinburn, Dunrobin, Carp, Arnprior, Pakenham and Renfrew.
Kenny Caceros and Richard Domino officially open their doors at The Strength Collective Stittsville!
When asked about his excitement leading up to the grand opening, Kenny Caceros, who has lived in the Stittsville area for a long time, says “It’s nice to have something where I can provide value and give back to the community, so it really excites me to be able to share this with a lot of friends and family.”
The donations are tallied and Stittsville Front Porch Concert Series surpasses previous years
So many people commented that it’s an event they look forward to, or that it’s their favourite way to kick off the summer. Thank you for raising money in support of community mental health.
Important wetlands now protected by the Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust
The Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust’s protected new property is a hidden gem of great ecological significance and home to a diverse range of plant, butterfly, bird, amphibian, reptile, and mammal species, including 16 species at risk.
Goulbourn Museum seeking heritage enthusiasts to join 2023 museum board
The Board currently has three vacancies and is seeking members of the community who share a pride in Goulbourn’s heritage to join the Museum Board.
New Women’s Pro Hockey League to launch in 2024
The Professional Women’s Hockey Player’s Association and Premier Hockey Federation have just announced the launch of a new, unified professional women’s hockey league.