City exempts Hintonburg bulldog mural from bylaw
Ottawa's City Council has voted to protect a two-story mural of a bulldog on a Hintonburg home.
Gas leaks in Ottawa causing authorities to remind people what to do in emergencies
Two gas leaks in the Ottawa area this morning raises concern over gas levels.
Heritage experts say homeowners need greater incentives to keep up their properties
The fate of Magee House is an example of the kinds of issues that crop up in the preservation of heritage buildings.
Thousands of voters cast early ballots in 2018 Ottawa election
There was a higher voter turnout in the 2018 special advance vote than the first time it ran in 2014.
City schedule changes for Thanksgiving in Ottawa
Ottawa is gearing up for Thanksgiving weekend — here are some of the city’s schedule changes to keep in mind.
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.
Orléans voters struggle with record 17 candidates for council
With the retirement of longtime councillor Bob Monette, 17 candidates are running in Orléans ward.
Route rage: Frustrated commuters feel left behind by OC Transpo changes
Riders are angry after LRT delay makes new route changes premature.
Challengers face uphill battle in Ottawa election
City council candidates debate the pros and cons of incumbency.
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.
Green Bin plan to include dog poop, plastic sparks uproar
This story first appeared in Centretown News on April 10, 2018 By Hilary Laffrenier The city’s recent decision to allow dog waste and plastic bags in green bins has sparked concern from both experts and some local councillors — including Somerset Coun. Catherine McKenney. After a 19-3 vote on March 28 to approve revisions to the city’s waste contract with...