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BIA a possibility for Merrickville

A group of business owners have come together to look at the possibility of creating a Business Improvement Area in Merrickville. A BIA...
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Blockhouse opens for the season

It was, as usual, quite a sight in Blockhouse Park last weekend, as an entire settlement of eighteenth century vintage sprang up in rows...
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Merrickville- Wolford Communities in Bloom Garden of the Month

Submitted by Merrickville – Wolford Communities in Bloom Committee. Our Garden of the Month judges Bob, Clayton, and Robyn, toured the four nominated gardens for...
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Merrickville’s own butter tart queen!

Local bakery, Nana B’s, has won one of the top prizes in an Ontario-wide butter tart competition in Midland, Ontario. The competition is part...
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Merrickville welcomes the South Wind and Dragons

The South Wind Brigade will be making a stop in Merrickville on June 28, bringing the wonderful sight of fourteen or fifteen big Voyageur-style...

Blockhouse Festival takes a look at Canada pre-Confederation

On June 17 and 18, the Merrickville and District Historical Society will be celebrating the opening of the Blockhouse, as well as Canada 150,...

A FABulous celebration at Andrewsville Bridge

There was a very special Canada 150 event last weekend, as a new historical plaque was unveiled at the Andrewsville Bridge, along with a...
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Merrickville teen supports Merrickville Bridge to Canada

A teenager from Merrickville has made it her mission to raise money and spread awareness about the efforts of Merrickville Bridge to Canada. Grade 10...
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Dragons Abreast Rideau Adventure

The Challenge: paddle the last 100 km of the Rideau Canal. The Mode of Transportation: one 12 metre long dragon boat. Powered by: 20...
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Merrickville Bridge to Canada to host a Syrian family

Merrickville Bridge to Canada (MBC) has finally secured a Syrian refugee family who could be arriving in the Village within a matter of weeks....