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Meet Your Neighbour: John Dodsworth

Who are you? What do you do? My name is John Dodsworth. I am a lawyer. I have worked for… Continue reading “Meet Your Neighbour: John Dodsworth”

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”

A large group of Manor Park residents and officials gathered Sept. 23 for the inauguration of the Sumac Footbridge, located at the eastern end of Blasdell Avenue. Cutting the ribbon to officially open the structure are Ismael Orion Di Carlo and Michael Acadia Di Carlo, whose father Anthony (standing behind) was a member of the Manor Park Community Council (MPCC) bridge naming committee. Also shown here (left to right) are Émilie Girard-Ruel of the National Capital Commission; Kelsey McMahon of the bridge naming committee; Mrs Saroj Aggarwal; Di Carlo: Rideau-Rockcliffe Councillor Rawlson King; Mr. Anand Aggarwal; Anita Tenasco and her mother Jenny Buckshot Tenasco of Kitigan Zibi. PHOTO: RYLAND COYNE

Community comes together for Sumac Footbridge commemoration

Algonquin First Nations plays key role in structure’s naming

The ‘new’ walking bridge has been in place at the east end of Blasdell Avenue since 2022. Already it has… Continue reading “Community comes together for Sumac Footbridge commemoration”

Manor Park resident Marleau Brown prepares to board the 7 (Carleton) bus at a stop off Hemlock Road. PHOTO: RYLAND COYNE

Residents voice frustration with bus service

Reliability, consistency key concerns with OC Transpo for downtown commute

It was billed as the most significant change to OC Transpo’s bus system. Titled ‘New Ways to Bus’ (NWTB), the… Continue reading “Residents voice frustration with bus service”

Ottawa Police issued this image, asking for the public’s help to identify a person of interest in connection with the Oct. 2 stabbing death on St. Laurent Boulevard. PHOTO: ottawapolice.ca

Police investigate two homicides in October

OPS asks public for assistance to help identify person of interest

Ottawa Police are investigating a pair of homicides that occurred within the boundaries of Manor Park in October. Both cases… Continue reading “Police investigate two homicides in October”

The “elbows up” figure in this image is a blow-up from one of the National Gallery’s treasures. Who is the artist?

Here’s a list of feel-good novels to help with uncertain times

Submit answer to quiz by Oct. 15 for chance to win free tour of National Gallery

“Four more years! What to do?”   In January 2025, that yelp echoed throughout the landscape — north of the 49th… Continue reading “Here’s a list of feel-good novels to help with uncertain times”

Artist and Manor Park resident Sarah Hallman holds up one of her stunning prints. PHOTO: Submitted

Experience the magic of art in New Edinburgh!

Mark your calendar for NEST 2025, coming up Sept. 27 and 28

What: The New Edinburgh Artists’ Studio Tour 2025 https://www.nestudiotour.ca  When: Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 27-28, 2025 | 10 a.m. –… Continue reading “Experience the magic of art in New Edinburgh!”