Rising costs, vet shortages make for tough times for pet owners
Veterinarian shortages have led to a cost increase in for vet costs in Ottawa. Local pet owners struggle to ensure their pets are getting needed care.
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Olivia Rumbell and Sofia Donato ,
April 16, 2024
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Toxic trouble: More oversight needed on ubiquitous ‘forever’ chemicals, say researchers
Researchers say that everyone has been exposed to toxins at some point in their life. One of the most commonly found sets of toxins are called PFAS, a set of toxins that can be found in nearly every product and the environment.
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Sofia Donato and Olivia Rumbell ,
April 11, 2024
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Serious collisions dropping in rural Ottawa but more road improvements needed
Measures to improve road safety in rural areas was presented by, aiming to hit the 2024 goal of reducing major injury collisions by 20 per cent.
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Olivia Rumbell ,
March 11, 2024
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Ottawa’s sporadic winter skating season has some pondering change in business focus
In response to the fluctuating winter conditions in Ottawa, part-time staff adapt to the challenges of working at ice rinks, while businesses, including Capital Skates and Quick Cranks, reconsider their operational approaches.
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Olivia Rumbell ,
February 13, 2024
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The Ottawa Paw Pantry adjusts to keep helping low-income families feed their pets
Ottawa Paw Pantry provides pet food to low-income families. Operations have been rethought because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Olivia Rumbell ,
October 28, 2022
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Lifeguards and swim instructors in short supply at Ottawa indoor pools
Ottawa pools are facing reduced swim times due to staffing shortages.
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Olivia Rumbell ,
September 30, 2022
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Somerset Ward: Downtown, diverse and densely populated
What you need to know about Somerset, ward 14 in Ottawa, going into the 2022 municipal election.
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Olivia Rumbell ,
September 29, 2022
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