Diane Holmes talks to Jennifer Simpson about the recent election and her hopes for Somerset Ward.
Lasia Kretzel, Centretown NewsCoun. Diane Holmes has served the residents of downtown Ottawa since 1983.
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Technology makes voting accessible for disabled
The City of Ottawa introduced new technology at its polling stations during this week’s municipal election to make voting easier and more private for those with special needs.
Asher Roth, Centretown NewsOttawa Elections officer Amy Desjardins demonstrates one of the new Voter Assist Terminals.
Gladstone eyesore makes way for housing development
After months of waiting for the community eyesore to be demolished, Centretown residents eager for the redevelopment of a property once occupied by the notorious “yellow house” will have to wait two more months before any ground is broken at Gladstone Avenue and Cambridge Street.
Holmes wants tree-planting program to continue
Greenspace-challenged Centretown has been a key beneficiary of a citywide tree-planting program that should be renewed by Ottawa’s new council, says Somerset Coun. Diane Holmes.