A recently released report from the City of Ottawa’s transportation committee confirms what many say was resolved years ago: motorized scooter wheelchair users are pedestrians who must use the sidewalk.
Elizabeth Kosturik, Centretown NewsJohn Woodhouse, co-chair of Walk Ottawa, outside city hall.
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Program targets bullying in schools
The Ottawa Carleton District School Board is taking steps to reduce bullying in its schools by adopting the WITS program, which stands for Walk away, Ignore, Talk it out and Seek Help.
Memorial may replace makeshift ‘ghost bikes’
A permanent memorial for cyclists who have died on Ottawa roads may soon replace the so-called “ghost bikes” that are causing safety concerns, according to Capital Coun. David Chernushenko.
Jaime Myslik, Centretown NewsThe ghost bike located just south of the corner of Bronson and Holmwood avenues stands as a memorial to Krista Johnson, a cyclist who was killed last year.
Rochester St. residents fear traffic chaos
In response to plans by the city to increase traffic on Rochester Street, residents of the area are petitioning for a safer, more livable street.