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If you can’t beat them, join them

Fri, 17 May 2013 11:06:27 EST

BLACKBURN - Over the years, the Blackburn Hamlet skate park has become covered with various graffiti tags, a random mesh of letters and colours that coat the entire area.

Centretown fashion show to raise funds for vulnerable residents

Fri, 17 May 2013 09:34:48 EST

With spring in full bloom and plenty of yard work to do, wouldn’t you like a personal laborer for a day?

Two friends and the fish that came between them

Thu, 16 May 2013 13:42:43 EST

It must have looked like something out of a black-and-white comedy from the silent movie era.

Three men out on the Ottawa; two none too pleased after what recently transpired. The two...

You can't hear the birds sing by the parkway

Wed, 15 May 2013 10:15:40 EST

As much as people would like to have the whole thing over with, it’s likely that the public controversy over the west-end LRT route will go on and on.

Teaching kids about social media

Wed, 15 May 2013 10:05:24 EST

In the wake of Rehtaeh Parsons’ death, people came out to condemn her alleged attackers and the justice system that failed her.

Residents caught off guard by ATV proposal

Tue, 14 May 2013 14:16:53 EST

OSGOODE - News of a proposed ATV trail network that skirts along their road came as a surprise to some Osgoode residents.

Infill study gets down to brass tacks

Tue, 14 May 2013 14:11:28 EST

OTTAWA - After spending the past year focused on infill parking issues, the city is finally ready to tackle bulky homes that seem to tower over older neighbours.

Greely musician releases five songs for mental health week

Mon, 13 May 2013 11:54:08 EST

GREELY - A local singer-songwriter is turning his pain into gain for mental health awareness.

Annual pooch party to support Guide Dogs

Mon, 13 May 2013 11:49:29 EST

OTTAWA - Dog owners are invited to take their four-legged friends to Andrew Haydon Park for Dollars for Dogs, a fundraiser in support of Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind.

Greely business keeps community in mind

Mon, 13 May 2013 11:44:28 EST

GREELY - When Cheryl Ozen launched Business in Motions just over a year ago, she already knew a large part of her business would be giving back to the community.

Mud and mess rile residents in David Bartlett Park

Mon, 13 May 2013 11:36:51 EST

MANOTICK - Regular users of Manotick’s David Bartlett Park were dismayed this spring to find that damage from a resident’s septic system replacement last fall still exists.

John McCrae rugby player dies after hit in high school game

Mon, 13 May 2013 09:40:22 EST

UPDATED: John MacCrae rugby player Rowan Stringer dies from injuries in a match, family says donated organs have gone to six people - including a heart recipient in Ottawa.

Young artists honoured at awards gala

Thu, 09 May 2013 09:51:25 EST

Anna Bullock had a good workout last Sunday night.

The Grade 12 All Saints Catholic High School student was put through the paces walking...

Ottawa Sports Hall of Fame inducts two Kanata originals

Thu, 09 May 2013 09:41:48 EST

KANATA - A Morgan's Grant woman and former Glen Cairn man will be inducted into the Ottawa Sports Hall of Fame today, on May.

Rain barrel sale part of long-term plan for school greening

Wed, 08 May 2013 16:00:50 EST

OTTAWA WEST - Agincourt Public School is raising money for a school yard makeover.

Helping homeless veterans

Wed, 08 May 2013 14:32:02 EST

OTTAWA - A new group of military, navy and air force personnel are working to connect their at-risk brothers and sisters-in-arms with vital services.

Blais back from a brush with death

Wed, 08 May 2013 14:16:22 EST

OTTAWA - After months of setbacks, being discharged from the hospital five days early was a huge victory for Cumberland Coun. Stephen Blais following his Jan. 6 heart attack.

And the band played on

Wed, 08 May 2013 14:05:04 EST

DUNROBIN - Celebrated conductor Keith Estrabrooks is welcoming new members to the Valley Concert Band.

Point Lounge swallows 45-day suspension

Wed, 08 May 2013 13:22:15 EST

CONSTANCE BAY - A West Carleton bar won't be serving booze for more than a month in the near future.

Do we really need another gleaming palace of gloom?

Wed, 08 May 2013 10:26:29 EST

If it’s your birthday and you make the proper phone calls, you and some friends can ride in the pace car at Rideau Carleton Raceway. It’s pretty good to be one of those friends.

The Lousy Christian

Wed, 08 May 2013 10:23:47 EST

I don’t write about faith much because, I’ll be honest, I’m a lousy Christian.

Chamber raising funds for youth centre

Tue, 07 May 2013 11:55:20 EST

KANATA/GOULBOURN/WEST CARLETON - This year’s Kanata Chamber of Commerce golf tournament will raise funds for the Kanata Haven Youth Centre’s Not Alone project.

Hospice hosts Girls Night Out

Tue, 07 May 2013 11:51:41 EST

OTTAWA - Always a hit with the ladies, Friends of Hospice Ottawa is set to host its seventh-annual Girls Night Out event on May 31.

Trinity show choir places second in Glee-style competition

Tue, 07 May 2013 11:47:58 EST

KANATA - It was like a story-line out of the television show Glee.

Home Instead Senior Care wins national award of excellence

Tue, 07 May 2013 11:45:34 EST

OTTAWA - A local seniors’ care organization was recently honoured for its quality and commitment to its cause.