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Macoun Marsh reopening ceremony emcee, and project coordinator, Erika Wagner addresses the crowd on Earth Day, April 22. PHOTO: RYLAND COYNE

A natural jewel revitalized

Beechwood Cemetery unveils restored Macoun Marsh

Finally, after a long planning process, the Macoun Marsh has been revitalized and restored for wildlife and people to enjoy…. Continue reading “A natural jewel revitalized”

One of the four dedicated crews working out of Ottawa Fire Station 57 on Beechwood Avenue are, left to right, Capt. Tracey Fields, Laurence (Larry) Lemieux, Chris Lee and Tim Bernardi. PHOTO: RYLAND COYNE

ON CALL:

Fire Station 57 crews dedicated to protecting local residents

They are firefighters, first and foremost. But after speaking with one of the crews of Ottawa Fire Station 57, it’s… Continue reading “ON CALL:”

Enbridge Gas will be replacing close to 14.4 kilometres of its natural gas distribution network, most of it along St. Laurent Boulevard. Here, part of the gas line is replaced between Quelque Chose Patisserie and Bread and Roses Bakery on May 1. PHOTO: RYLAND COYNE

Expect some traffic delays on St. Laurent this summer for gas line work

Work has already started along sections in Manor Park

Beware of traffic disruptions along St. Laurent Boulevard this summer. Enbridge Gas has announced it will be replacing close to… Continue reading “Expect some traffic delays on St. Laurent this summer for gas line work”

Mallory poses with her London Marathon medal following the event on April 26. PHOTO: EMMA KIESEKAMP

Manor Park resident completes London Marathon, continues fundraising in honour of her father

Mallory Katz more than halfway toward fundraising goal

Hello again, Manor Park, In March, I wrote about my journey training for the London Marathon. I am happy to… Continue reading “Manor Park resident completes London Marathon, continues fundraising in honour of her father”

An OC Transpo bus navigates around the patched area on Birch Avenue to pick up passengers near Farnham Crescent. This section was repaired and paved on Tuesday, May 5. PHOTO: RYLAND COYNE

Birch Avenue watermain on city’s radar for renewal

After nine breaks in 10 years, renewal project slated for 2028 or 2029

If it seems Birch Avenue has seen more than its share of watermain breaks in recent years, you’re not wrong…. Continue reading “Birch Avenue watermain on city’s radar for renewal”

Meet Your Neighbour Roz Ross

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”

Ottawa city council has approved sidewalks for the Manor Park integrated renewal project. This photo shows road work at the intersection of Kilbarry Crescent and Arundel Avenue. PHOTO: RYLAND COYNE

Council confirms sidewalks for  Manor Park project

Construction project for six local roads to continue throughout summer

Ottawa City Council has voted to include sidewalks in the Manor Park integrated renewal project.  The final decision, at the… Continue reading “Council confirms sidewalks for  Manor Park project”