Calls grow for dedicated bus lanes on Bank Street as Lansdowne 2.0 moves forward
The approval of Lansdowne 2.0 is bringing calls for dedicated bus lanes on Bank Street to the fore.
![Melanie Brulée and Martin Noakes shoulder to shoulder at the 2025 Canadian Folk Music Awards. Brûlée wears a large brimmed black hat (her signature). They both smile ear to ear with their red passes for the event at the Canadian Museum of History in Gatineau Qc. [Photo courtesy of Great Dark Wonder]](https://capitalcurrent.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Martin-and-Melanie-585x329.webp)
Melanie Brulée has grown from singer-songwriter to music industry champion
Melanie Brulée has moved from folk-rock country artist to a leader of Ottawa's music industry coalition.
Fewer assaults reported in ByWard Market, yet safety remains a concern for locals
Assaults in the ByWard Market are down somewhat still the area feels unsafe to some. They say more needs to be done, especially during the day.