The Standard Tavern on Elgin Street is the first restaurant in the city to accept a virtual currency called bitcoin.
Month: February 2014
High hydro cost hurts bottom line
Hefty hydro rates are hurting small businesses and residents in Centretown, and costs are set to climb even higher.
Police plan to consult with public on Taser use
The Ottawa Police Service has announced its plan to get public feedback on the use of Tasers through a consultation process involving an online survey, ride-alongs with officers and more.
Local gallery moves to new home
After five years in the heart of Centretown, Gallery 101 is moving from its location on Bank Street to a new home on the edge of Little Italy. It will pick up new partners along the way that will create a "renaissance" for the gallery, says director Laura Margita.
Shamit Tushakiran, Centretown NewsDirector Laura Margita prepares to move to Gallery 101's new location on Young Street in Little Italy.