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Columnist bids a fond farewell after 17 years

Cecilia Pita says she's made the difficult decision to step back

Dearest Chronicle Reader, They say Basset Hounds have the second-best nose in the canine world. Well, back in 2008, my… Continue reading “Columnist bids a fond farewell after 17 years”

City of Ottawa Councillor—Ward 13 Rideau-Rockcliffe Rawlson King

Sidewalk issue heads to committee Nov. 27

The option to defer the sidewalk component of the Integrated Sewer Renewal Project was originally presented to my office by… Continue reading “Sidewalk issue heads to committee Nov. 27”

City of Ottawa Councillor—Ward 13 Rideau-Rockcliffe Rawlson King

Many factors contribute to sidewalk deferral decision

Councillor details reasons for deferring sidewalks for Manor Park project

After extensive community consultation and careful analysis, I have made the decision to defer the implementation of sidewalks as part… Continue reading “Many factors contribute to sidewalk deferral decision”

Robert “Bob” Roy Gardiner. PHOTO: SUBMITTED

Manor Park Notable – Robert “Bob” Roy Gardiner (1929-2025)

Famously debonair and astute, Bob’s life in the arts spanned more than seven distinguished decades

Bob Gardiner was born in Winnipeg at the start of the Depression. He was deeply proud of his Manitoban roots… Continue reading “Manor Park Notable – Robert “Bob” Roy Gardiner (1929-2025)”

Take the time to create more authentic alignment in your life. PHOTO: SOPHIA WOOD MASSICOTTE

The power of authenticity to live to your fullest potential

Authentic alignment is an ongoing process

You are here on Earth for a reason. Your soul has come here not to fit in a box and… Continue reading “The power of authenticity to live to your fullest potential”

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Summer Savoir-Faire:

Etiquette Matters focuses on construction, cell phones, barbecues and flags

Construction season There’s always something to maintain, fix or upgrade in our homes. While sometimes it’s just a minor project… Continue reading “Summer Savoir-Faire:”

Spring migration in full swing

Bird Corner column focuses on hummingbirds returning to our community

The local bird migration throughout the neighbourhood is a joy to see every spring. As the days become longer and… Continue reading “Spring migration in full swing”