In the News: Thursday, Aug. 6
The last Parliament Hill cat lives to see another day on the hill. Scientists hypothesize what may have caused the explosion in Beirut. And scientists around the world are rushing to get a vaccine out for COVID-19. That and more on today’s news round up!
In the News: Wednesday, Aug. 5
People take a photo project public on Instagram to shift the perception of Black men in west-end Ottawa. Alberta mandates masks for students from grades 4-12 when school reopens. To read more, check out today’s “In The News.”
In the News: Tuesday, Aug. 4
Bring you umbrella as Environment Canada says it will be a wet Tuesday with a high of 22 and low of 17. Periods of rain with a risk of thunderstorm will continue before finally ending near midnight. Back to school plans concern parents of special needs kids Many parents of children with compromised immune systems and special needs feel that…
In the News: Monday, Aug. 3
Environment Canada is forecasting a mostly cloudy Monday with a high of 20.7°C. There is a 40 per cent chance of showers early in the morning but the day will be a mix of sun and clouds. The evening will be mainly cloudy with a 70 per cent chance of showers overnight. Ottawa inmate in isolation after testing positive for…
In the News: Friday, July 31
Elementary students are going back full-time while some secondary students will return part-time in September. Canada cracking down on “Alaska loophole” with new restrictions. All that and more in today’s round-up!
In the News: Thursday, July 30
Ottawa Tourism giving out Visa gift cards for local hotel bookings. Ethics Commissioner’s We Charity inquiry expanding to include Morneau’s travel gifts. All that and more in today’s roundup!
In the News: Wednesday, July 29
WE Charity co-founders deny Liberal connection led to grant contract. Ontario teenager pleads guilty to multiple terrorism offences. All that and more in today’s roundup!
In the News: Tuesday, July 28
Investigation ongoing after body found behind local Catholic school. Number of conduct complaints against OPS increase in 2019 and under one per cent led to disciplinary hearings. All that and more in today’s news roundup!
In the News: Monday, July 27
Ottawa child-care centres able to increase group sizes starting today. NHL teams to play in restarted season move into secure zones in Edmonton and Toronto. All that and more in today’s roundup!
Locally, nationally, Canada’s tourism industry continues to struggle during COVID-19 restrictions
Ottawa Tourism has created the #MyOttawa Pass to provide locals with discounts and deals at certain Ottawa businesses. This comes after tourism industry businesses across the country have said they are struggling and Statistics Canada is reporting record breaking decreases in major tourism indicators.
In the News: Friday, July 24
Provincial government announces plan to build three new schools in Ottawa. Privy Council Office launches independent review of allegations of workplace harassment against the Governor General’s office. All that and more in today’s roundup!
Homemade: Ottawa mixologist demonstrates a refreshing cocktail
Local Ottawa mixologist gives a demonstration of how to make refreshing summer cocktail. He also talks all the tips and tricks for making a cocktail at home including how to avoid making some common mistakes.