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New Edinburgh studio tour (NEST) Sept. 28 and 29–This weekend!

Manor Park artists help inspire NEST

Take part in the New Edinburgh Artists’ Studio Tour (NEST) and be inspired while experiencing the charm of New Edinburgh!… Continue reading “New Edinburgh studio tour (NEST) Sept. 28 and 29–This weekend!”

Photo of Hugh Robertsom

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”

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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”

Several members of the 63rd Ottawa Cubs, who meet at St. Columnba Church, reached the finals of the Voyageur Council Kub Kar Rally in April.

Local Cubs clean up at Kub Kar Rally

The 63rd Ottawa Cubs, who meet at St. Columba Church, had a great time at the Voyageur Council Kub Kar… Continue reading “Local Cubs clean up at Kub Kar Rally”

Portrait of Manor Park Notable subject Diane "Di" bethunne who passed awa y in 2024

Diane “Di” Bethune (1935-2024)

Bright, funny and selfless, Di absolutely craved knowledge and sharing that knowledge with others

Diane “Di” Bethune, who moved to Manor Park with her husband in 1966 to raise their children here, died in… Continue reading “Diane “Di” Bethune (1935-2024)”

The gated dead end on Hemlock Rd. offers a safe option to park for the night. Since Claude’s story became widely reported in the media, posts have been planted along the south side of the road, possibly as a deterrent for other vehicles. Photo: Doug Banks

‘Housing emergency’ doesn’t spare Manor Park

When the world ceased to make sense – as it often did during the pandemic – Leigh Adamson went on… Continue reading “‘Housing emergency’ doesn’t spare Manor Park”