SPECIAL REPORT: Neighbours express mixed views on Iber Road pot shop
(ABOVE: John O’Dacre lives in Granite Ridge, near the Magna Terra marijuana dispensary on Iber Road. He says he doesn’t oppose marijuana itself but wants a legal framework in place…
PHOTO: Winter on the trail
Thanks to Christopher Skinner for sharing this photo, taken earlier in the week. “I used to loathe winter. After taking up some outdoor winter hobbies 3-4 years ago, it’s impossible…
NOTEBOOK: A small step to better protect our forests from development
One of my biggest complaints about suburban development is how builders often take a “bulldoze and build” approach, stripping away long-standing forests and natural areas. While there are some restrictions to prevent…
Where to see some great Christmas light displays in Stittsville
Grab some hot chocolate, pack the kids in the car, turn the Christmas tunes up loud and take a tour around Stittsville to check out the lights. Here are some…
Parking for snowmobilers proposed for West Ridge
City Councillor Shad Qadri is looking for feedback on a plan to add parking on West Ridge near the Trans Canada Trail to serve snowmobilers: “This week, I have been…
Gerry Gray receives Snow Angel award
(via Shad Qadri) On Wednesday December 7th I had the pleasure of seeing one of our residents Gerry Gray and nine other individual residents of Ottawa receive certificates in…
High school student’s photo chosen for Goulbourn Museum’s Christmas card
(PHOTO: Jordyn Simpson, with the winning Christmas card design in the background.) (press release) For the second year in a row, a photograph taken by Stittsville’s Jordyn Simpson will grace…
PHOTOS: Christmas tree farms near Stittsville
Here’s a list of Christmas tree farms that are within about a 30 minute drive from Stittsville. Send your suggestions for this list to feedback@stittsvillecentral.ca
LINKED: WWE pursues Erica Wiebe for pro wrestling circuit
From the Ottawa Citizen: Erica Wiebe will be delivering earth-shattering slams of a completely different nature if the scouts from World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) get their way.
Garage fire on Wintergreen Drive
Via Ottawa Fire: “Ottawa Fire Services received a 911 call reporting fire in an attached garage at a single detached residence at 31 Wintergreen Drive on December 12 at 7:35pm. …
Show us your holiday art!
Show us your artwork! Show us some awesome presents with colourful gift wrap ! Show us a picture of one of your winter traditions! Show us some snowflakes! Show us some reindeer!…
Jim Bryson caps off a big year with Blacksheep Inn holiday shows
https://www.instagram.com/p/w4sqpKEF_G/ I was messaging Jim Bryson on Facebook earlier today and asked him how long he’s been playing his holiday shows at the Blacksheep Inn in Wakefield.
Late-night dog walk leads to arrest in Fairwinds vehicle thefts
(PHOTO: Michael Sinclair and Jacob, his 8-year-old German Shepherd, sniffing out crime in their neighbourhood.) Two people have been arrested in connection to a series of thefts from vehicles in…
U-Rock Music School hosts annual Christmas concert on December 18
(press release) The stars will be shining on Sunday, December 18, at 3pm as the music students from U-Rock Music School illuminate Hurley’s Neighbourhood Grill with the sounds of the festive season.
GALLERY: Winter wonderland along Poole Creek
“I took these pictures on December 6 during my morning walk,” says Michelle Legault. “They were taken on the paths that connect Amberwood with Granite Ridge along Poole Creek. It…