Like Christmas and Valentine’s Day, the pagan festival of the dead is being transformed by a more secular ritual: shopping. 
Jennifer Goldsmith, Centretown NewsVintage is all the rage as people become more creative with costumes rather than settling for pre-packaged outfits.
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Viewpoint: Beware the rosy promises of pink products that aim for a cure
While many businesses have gone pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month throughout October, don’t be completely blinded by those pink-tinted goggles.
Photo contest tries to entice visitors downtown
With the click of a camera, the mayor’s new project may bring more clients to the city’s downtown shops and businesses. 
Courtesy Crystal WiesnerCrystal Wiesner was the first person to receive a weekly prize as part of the "Picture It. Downtown" campaign, after submitting this photo she took of a friend during a visit to Zak's Diner in the market.
Recession still rippling through businesses
The Bank of Canada may have declared the recession over, but small businesses in Ottawa are nursing consumers’ hangover.
Dany Ghosen, Centretown NewsThe former home of Friday's Roast Beef House is now up for lease after its sudden closure last month.