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During his Oct. 30 budget consultation, Rideau-Rockcliffe Coun. Rawlson King stressed that public participation is crtical to ensure everyone's priorities are heard and have an impact on the process. Screenshot from online presentation.
Municipal News

City councillor holds online consult ahead of draft budget

Ahead of the tabling of the draft version of the 2024 City of Ottawa budget, Rideau-Rockcliffe Coun. Rawling King held… Continue reading “City councillor holds online consult ahead of draft budget”

The City of Ottawa is holding a public information session on road reconstruction taking place on Oakhill Rd., Corona Ave. and Carsdale Ave. sometime in 2024. Photo: Stefan Schweihofer, Pixabay
Municipal News

Road construction public info session Oct 17

The City of Ottawa is holding a public information session on Oct. 17 about an upcoming year-long road reconstruction project…. Continue reading “Road construction public info session Oct 17”

It’s the classic dog game but be aware that not all breeds and temperaments are keen to fetch. As can be seen above, Chantal’s dog, Bug, a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, is okay with it. For keen fetchers, the challenge then becomes self-regulation. Photo: Matthew Ellis
Canine Chronicles Columnists Features

Fetch and retrieve–Don’t assume your dog is a natural

It’s the classic dog game but be aware that not all breeds and temperaments are keen to fetch. As can be seen above, Chantal’s dog, Bug, a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, is okay with it. For keen fetchers, the challenge then becomes self-regulation. Photo: Matthew Ellis

The Ottawa Police Service has developed a crime map on its website. This map pinpoints specific areas in the city where crime is prevalent and indicates the type of crime. Image by Paul Barlow from Pixabay
News

Crime report shows increase in Rideau-Rockcliffe

Eleanor Dunn reviews latest local crime statistics

If you think crime is on the increase in your neighborhood, you’re not wrong. The Ottawa Police Services (OPS) 2022… Continue reading “Crime report shows increase in Rideau-Rockcliffe”

Periwinkle (Vinca minor) is now illegal in your right of way. It is easily removed with a spade. Alternatives include wild or woodland strawberry, hairy beardtongue, native violets, and Canada anemone available from Ritchie’s on Windmill Lane or the Ontario Natives website. Photo: Christina Keys
Municipal News

Bylaw changes greenlight curbside gardening

Christina Keys provides latest on city rules governing the use of curbside lawns

Thousands of curbside gardens that were previously illegal in the City of Ottawa are now permitted thanks to amendments made… Continue reading “Bylaw changes greenlight curbside gardening”

Some people feel that invasive plants do no harm when confined to their own gardens or yards. However, even the most diligent gardener cannot control an invasive species. Photo: Dave Keys
Columnists Manor Park Community Association

‘It’s not invasive in my yard’: How invasive plant species harm biodiversity

Chronicle gardening columnist Christina Keys explains the impact of invasive plant species on the surrounding ecosystem

Periwinkle, creeping bellflower, day lily, lily of the valley, goutweed, common buckthorn, and Siberian squill are among the invasive plants… Continue reading “‘It’s not invasive in my yard’: How invasive plant species harm biodiversity”

Teachers have an important job and bear a lot of responsibility as they’re guiding the next generation that will take care of us as we age. Treat them well. Photo: Jacob Lund iStock Getty Images
Columnists Etiquette Matters

Teachers deserve our gratitude and respect

If you’re reading this, there’s a good chance a teacher helped you learn how. Do you have a teacher that… Continue reading “Teachers deserve our gratitude and respect”