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U-Rock Music School: rockin’ and teaching 25 years later
U-Rock Music School, owned by Cathy Hallessey and Brian Brodersen out of their home in Stittsville, is celebrating 25 years in business.
Curbside pick-up is low risk – transmission between employees is the concern
In memo to City Council on April 22nd, Dr. Vera Etches made clear that retail and restaurant curbside pickup is a low-risk activity supported by Ottawa Public Health.
Tasneem Alnahhas of Stittsville receives prestigious undergrad merit scholarship
Stittsville’s Tasneem Alnahhas, a student at Earl of March Secondary School, is one of only thirty students across Canada to be selected as a 2021 Loran Scholar.
Enjoy virtual concerts from the comfort of your home
Enjoy the virtual Rural Roadtrip Concert Series from the Ottawa Public Library and MASC.
Long time local resident heads up GTHS as Acting President
The Goulbourn Township Historical Society recently held their Annual General Meeting via Zoom and a new executive was elected. Roger Young, with long roots in the Goulbourn community has been named as the Acting President to replace Robert Halberstadt.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
A number of items of interest for Stittsville residents are in this week’s update from Councillor Gower. This past week Councillor Gower had a call with Dr. Vera Etches in which she shared some advice for the community…
Province gives approval for OCDSB to proceed with tender for new Stittsville high school
As part of Ontario’s ongoing efforts to build and improve local schools, the province has given the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board approval to proceed to award the tender…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Participate in the zoom presentation on March 1 at 7:00 pm with Nick Stowe who will share his knowledge and tips for living with coyotes. Join the Zoom presentation followed by a Q&A session for residents…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
It is February 1 and Councillor Gower shares his weekly updates happening in and around the City and Stittsville. From the kids returning to school, to Ottawa Public Health introducing…
City of Ottawa clarifies stay-at-home guidelines for community
The City of Ottawa has clarified how the Province of Ontario’s new stay-at-home measures will alter public access to some of its facilities and temporarily suspend in-person counter services.
OPEN LETTER: Poppy Chairman of Stittsville Legion thanks community
Raising funds at any time is a challenge for charities but this year it was a double challenge with the pandemic in full force.
Sincere thanks to the community from the Stittsville Business Association
To all of us, 2020 has been a very challenging year in many ways. For our seniors in long term care homes and our children and educators in our schools, to our dedicated front-line health-care workers and all of our families and friends, this is a year that we won’t soon forget.
Ottawa Safety Council introduces 2-step whistle system for use by school crossing guards
The Ottawa Safety Council (OSC) is rolling out a new 2-step whistle system at all crossing guard locations across Ottawa.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week, Councillor Gower has heard your concerns about speeding in Stittsville and addresses this issue. He also is seeking your feedback on…
A Remembrance Story: Veteran carries physical reminder of Second World War
On Remembrance Day this year, many Canadians will be reflecting on the 75th anniversary of the end of the Second World War. Among those will be war amputee veteran Bob Gondek…