The Little Italy Farmers’ Market appeared just as the area was “ripe for retail,” says Lori Mellor of the Preston Street BIA.
Market takes root in Little Italy
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New smoking ban worries some bars
The City of Ottawa’s proposal to ban smoking on restaurant patios before 8 p.m. has bar owners worried about loss of customers and revenues.
Adrianna Banaszek, Centretown NewsCity plans to introduce a new bylaw to ban smoking on patios before 8 p.m. could affect Centretown businesses.
Taxi union refuses city’s 2.5-per-cent fare increase
The Ottawa taxi drivers union has turned down a suggested fare increase from the City of Ottawa in hopes of negotiating different ways to save money, other than charging their customers more. 
Alex Butler, Centretown NewsThe Ottawa taxi drivers' union is hoping the decision to turn down a fare increase will encourage customers to continue hailing cabs.
City challenges residents to buy more local food
The City of Ottawa is urging residents to spend $10 a week on locally cultivated produce and meats, in a campaign aimed at promoting personal and environmental health, as well as the regional economy.
Gord Lamb, Centretown NewsOttawa farmers hope demand for locally produced foods will continue to grow.