A thick layer of snow blankets Marion Dewar Plaza in front of Ottawa City Hall, where the Rink of Dreams has been under construction since the beginning of October – and is finally scheduled to open after a 40-day delay.
Victor Ryan, Centretown News The Rink of Dreams was scheduled to be complete in December but has faced major delays.
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Viewpoint: NHL ignores fans at its peril
More than a hundred people made their way to city hall in early January to rally for an unusual cause. The passionate crowd frantically waved homemade signs and chanted at the top of their lungs. Mayor Jim Watson even made an appearance to address the group.
Fury producing top national players
A Centretown-run amateur soccer club is making a significant impact on Canada’s national women’s soccer team.
City program introduces mandatory helmets
While Sidney Crosby and Chris Pronger add to the NHL concussion list and skater safety falls into spotlight, parents may be relieved to know the City of Ottawa has a new program to keep young skaters safe this year. 
Adam Kveton, Centretown NewsInexperienced skaters and children under 10 have been told by the city to wear helmets in indoor rinks.