Ottawa Police make arrests in Stittsville after foot pursuit – individuals involved in large-scale theft operation
As a result of these arrests in Ottawa, suspects have been identified for thefts in numerous cases from other jurisdictions across Canada…
August news and events from the Goulbourn Museum
Keep an eye out for the Ottawa Museum Network’s new marketing campaign “More Museums to Love!”
Fraud Unit warning residents to be vigilant with card skimming fraud involving taxis and Uber
The Ottawa Police Service has recently received several complaints concerning people being defrauded after affording assistance in paying with their personal credit or bank card for a taxi or Uber fare.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Councillor Gower will be on vacation until August 30th, but his office staff will be available to assist you…
Stittsville Central celebrates ten years of keeping our community informed, interested, and engaged
While rain poured down outside, the lounge at Wildpine Residence was filled with joy as the community celebrated the tenth anniversary of Stittsville Central.
Biscuits & Purrs Cat Rescue captured hearts at Wildpine Residence
(Alessa Fiorenza holds Ollie, the 3-month old kitten she adopted at the Biscuits and Purrs Cat Rescue event at Wildpine Residence on August 8th. Photo: Alessa Fiorenza / Feature: Stittsville…
Share the joy of outer space in August with Lucy Hambly
From the unusually fascinating full moon of the month to the SpaceX Crew-9 mission, here are some of August’s most anticipated astronomical phenomena and rocket launches. The SpaceX Crew-9 mission…
Be a Wild Child this August – Roar against climate change!
The Festival of the Wild Child is a fun family event designed to encourage children of all ages to explore, understand, appreciate, and get hands-on with the natural world.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
With the long weekend behind us, Councillor Gower sharing community information on upcoming meetings, news and events in the Stittsville community.
Goulbourn Sports Wall of Fame being resurrected as Stittsville Sports Hall of Fame – seeking nominations
Awards presented to locally recognized athletes for their achievements began in 1994 with the first nine inductees named to the Goulbourn Sports Wall of Fame…
New programs for all ages – seniors, teens and tots – offered 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 and virtual programs offered…
Encouraging all Canadians to “leaf” a mark during Tree Check Month
In August, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) urges Canadians to participate in Tree Check Month by inspecting their own backyard for invasive pests.
Build your library – and help build safe, affordable homes for local families
Co-ordinator, Denis Deschênes, said volunteers were happy to step up. As a volunteer himself with Habitat since 2018…”It is my way to continue to contribute.”
Surge of cats prompts call for action – Ottawa Humane Society
Last weekend, the OHS received an influx of close to 90 cats including 40 kittens transferred from another animal welfare organization…
Get ready to register for fall recreation and culture programs
Grab your swim goggles, sharpen your skates, and get your paintbrushes ready! It’s almost time to register for fall recreation and culture programs.