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Jacqueline (Jackie) MacDonald (1932-2026)
Record-holding athlete lived by her own rules
For Jackie MacDonald, Toronto-born in 1932, there were no barriers to success, only mountains to climb. She broke through glass… Continue reading “Jacqueline (Jackie) MacDonald (1932-2026)”
Meet Your Neighbour: Mary Pigott
Q&A with a seventh-generation Ottawan
Who are you? I’m Mary Pigott, and I live on Bedford Crescent with my partner, Luke. Where were you born?… Continue reading “Meet Your Neighbour: Mary Pigott”
“Horrifying:” Speeding construction trucks create dangerous situations, reader writes
Calls to slow down in Manor Park project zone have been largely ignored
Dear Editor: There is a disturbing reality unfolding daily on Merriman Avenue in Manor Park — one that residents should… Continue reading ““Horrifying:” Speeding construction trucks create dangerous situations, reader writes”
Tiny Forest takes root in Manor Park
Tree planting project involved entire school community in fall 2025
They say good things come in small packages. How about the gift of a Tiny Forest — like the one… Continue reading “Tiny Forest takes root in Manor Park”
Manor Park Notable: Ralph Sullivan (1943-2025)
Curious by nature and outgoing, Ralph found joy and meaning in every encounter
Ralph Sullivan was curious, outgoing, and deeply engaged with his community and the world around him. He had an easy… Continue reading “Manor Park Notable: Ralph Sullivan (1943-2025)”
Lack of study left community in challenging position
Sidewalks will be installed for project, but not where they’re needed most
As early as 2021, during consideration of the Official Plan Amendment for Manor Park, my office and the Manor Park… Continue reading “Lack of study left community in challenging position”
Meet Your Neighbour: Roz Ross
Who are you? I am Roz Ross, I’ve lived in Manor Park for 18 years. Where were you born? I… Continue reading “Meet Your Neighbour: Roz Ross”