Ottawa Fire Services launches pedestrian and cyclist safety campaign
Ottawa Fire Services' fourth annual Be Safe, Be Seen pedestrian and cyclist safety campaign is underway. The initiative runs to Oct. 31.
Thousands of permanent residents have no say in Ottawa’s election
They pay taxes, work, and study in the city, but they won’t be voting on Oct. 22.
Heron Gate: Community rallies Thursday in support of displaced residents
Residents were formally evicted on Sept. 30 and face an uncertain future.
Growth is slowing Barrhaven traffic to a crawl
For Barrhaven’s rapidly increasing resident pool traffic is a constant concern.
Ottawa elections 2018: Where are the women?
There are no women running for the city's top political job and it's a glaring concern for many.
Route rage: Frustrated commuters feel left behind by OC Transpo changes
Riders are angry after LRT delay makes new route changes premature.
Waste not, want not in blue bins placed in Ottawa parks
For the second year in a row, the city is testing ways to improve recycling in its parks.
ByWard at night: A glimpse into heart of darkness in downtown Ottawa
A photographic journey through a Saturday night in Ottawa's ByWard Market.
Gatineau residents displaced by twister deal with new normal
Ten days after a devastating tornado forced him from his home, Marc Racette says he is still busy trying to get his life back to normal.
Researchers worry beekeeping may negatively impact native bee populations
Little is known overall about native bee population levels and distribution in Canada.
Exhibit glimpses 150 years of Ottawa history through five sets of eyes
This story first appeared in Centretown News on April 14, 2018 A new exhibit at the Bytown Museum will encourage Ottawa residents to examine the city’s history from five different vantage points: the perspective of a farmer, a woman, a veteran, a child and an immigrant. The exhibit, titled Through the Eyes of Community: 150 Years of Ottawa’s History, explores...
City of Ottawa arranges task force in case of spring flooding
By Rielly Riggs | The City of Ottawa has partnered with local organizations to create a task force, which is designed to help residents if they experience flooding this spring.