Bill Smith, long-term Blackburn Hamlet resident and volunteer passed away on September 20, 2015 at the age of 75. Some of you may not know Bill personally, but we have all benefitted from his enormous sense of community. Over the years, Bill served on the
Published in The BANAR November 2015 by Bill Horne “This year’s Cancer Chase surpassed all expectations, from the number of participants to the amount of money raised on behalf of the Ottawa Hospital Foundation,” said Laura Dudas, Event Chair and Blackburn Community Association President. “This
Published in The BANAR November 2015 National Seniors Day was celebrated during the first SIN (Seniors Information Night) at the Hamlet trade show. Fifteen tables were set up by local businesses, resource centres, community clubs, and the public library to offer information tailored for seniors.
Published in The BANAR November 2015 by Brent Lawrie & Laurie Trepanier, Fun Fair Co-Chairs Thanks go to the Blackburn community and the surrounding area as well as our sponsors and dedicated volunteers for their participation and involvement at this year’s Fun Fair. The involvement
Published in The BANAR November 2015 by Justine Payne Phase three of Blackburn’s annual tree planting was a beautiful tribute and another success for the hamlet! The third community tree planting event was held on Saturday, October 24th at Agnes Purdy Park (formerly South Park).
Published in The BANAR September 2015 by Laura Dudas. Lois Kemp has been described as Blackburn Hamlet’s “matriarch”; an original resident who dedicated her life to her family, her friends and her community. Lois passed away peacefully in her home on July 16 after suffering
