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Photo of Manor Park Notable David Michael Buckley

MP Notable–David Michael Buckley (1930 – 2024)

Dedicated to family and true to himself, Michael found joy in life’s little moments.

The great grandson of Sir John Abbott, Canada’s third prime minister, David Michael Buckley, better known as Mike, was born… Continue reading “MP Notable–David Michael Buckley (1930 – 2024)”

Section of zoning map for proposed Ottawa bylaw

New city zoning bylaw will drive ‘shocking’ new intensification.

Existing housing stock does not meet the demand for housing. Housing costs have become exorbitant due to investor commodification of… Continue reading “New city zoning bylaw will drive ‘shocking’ new intensification.”

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Thanksgiving traditions, then and now

There’s nothing like the start of school, the falling leaves and a wild turkey sighting in the neighbourhood to remind… Continue reading “Thanksgiving traditions, then and now”

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MP Notable–Hugh John Robertson

Hugh John Robertson (1939 – 2024) Adventuresome and scholarly, Hugh’s zest for teaching, research and the environment knew no bounds.

Hugh John Robertson (1939-2024), who passed away peacefully this spring, led a full and passionate life, always seeing opportunities from… Continue reading “MP Notable–Hugh John Robertson”

A photo of a female ileated woodpecker

Sparrows and woodpeckers

Frances Legault offers a guide on identifying the many sparrows and woodpeckers that can be found in our area

This column is a special feature to help you identify different species of Sparrows and Woodpeckers in and around the… Continue reading “Sparrows and woodpeckers”

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Grandparents’ Day recognizes increasingly critical social role

National Grandparents’ Day is observed every year on the second Sunday of September. This year it fell on September 8…. Continue reading “Grandparents’ Day recognizes increasingly critical social role”

A photo of a house that will be demolished to make way for infill development.

Neighbourhoods are works-in-progress

I heard someone say when talking about the City of Ottawa that it will be nice once it’s finished! Is… Continue reading “Neighbourhoods are works-in-progress”