Community News

CARP – While the clouds prevented the flagpole’s shadow from being seen travelling across the face of the memorial at 11 a.m. on Nov. 11, it was the only complaint that could be made of the weather as roughly 700 people paid their respects at the West Carleton War Memorial Remembrance Day ceremony held in Carp.

KINBURN – When it comes to partying, nobody has more experience that seniors. So, when the Kinburn Seniors Association (KSA) celebrates its 50th anniversary, you know they are going to do it right.

CARP – Carp Health Access’ (CHA) Oct. 26 workshop focused on the challenges caregivers must overcome caring for West Carleton’s elderly and shone a light on some of the services and options available to help overcome those challenges.

WEST CARLETON – With Hallowe’en on a weekday this year, dozens of volunteers were sure to make last weekend was spooky in West Carleton.

WEST CARLETON – The 49th edition of the Red Trillium Studio Tour (RTST) was a tour of fall colours throughout West Carleton both inside and outside the artists’ studios on the tour.

CORKERY – One look at the Corkery Community Centre expansion on Old Almonte Road, and you can tell there’s still a long way to go.

CONSTANCE BAY – The Search and Rescue Volunteer Association of Canada (SARVAC) returned to Constance Bay all day Saturday (Oct. 5), but this time it was only a drill.

DUNROBIN – Last week (Sept. 27) the City of Ottawa announced throughout October, Ottawa Fire Services (OFS) will be distributing free reflective bands and lights at select fire stations across the city as part of its annual Be Safe Be Seen campaign.

CARP – The stories were filled with tragedy and heartbreak, but even then, the message of the second annual Truth and Reconciliation Ceremony held in Carp yesterday (Sept. 30) was one of hope.

CARP – The 161st Carp Fair is just two days away, and the Carp Fairgrounds are busy with hundreds of volunteers working long days to make sure everything is picture perfect for The Best Little Fair in Canada.