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Once an unusual sight in winter, American goldfinches are now common. Photo: Christine Hanrahan

Fall migration brings a range of hungry birds

Frances Legault highlights some of the birds spotted in the neighbourhood by Manor Park birdwatchers during the fall 2023 migration

The fall bird migration is in full flight. It’s slower than spring migration, with longer stopovers. Many species of birds… Continue reading “Fall migration brings a range of hungry birds”

November is Music and Meditation month at MacKay United Church with sessions every Tuesday evening at 7 p.m. from November 14 to December 5. Screenshot from MacKay website

MacKay United stages Christmas music and more

Seasonal music, a night market, a wonderful concert, candlelight service, and a big, big bake sale are the highlights of… Continue reading “MacKay United stages Christmas music and more”

Mother Marie Thomas d'Aquin poses with Rex, her Great Dane. Photo supplied

Vanier Museopark showcases feminist congregations

Visitors can discover a brand-new temporary Vanier Museoparc exhibit, “Mother Marie Thomas d’Aquin and the Sisters of the Jeanne d’Arc… Continue reading “Vanier Museopark showcases feminist congregations”

During his Oct. 30 budget consultation, Rideau-Rockcliffe Coun. Rawlson King stressed that public participation is crtical to ensure everyone's priorities are heard and have an impact on the process. Screenshot from online presentation.

City councillor holds online consult ahead of draft budget

Ahead of the tabling of the draft version of the 2024 City of Ottawa budget, Rideau-Rockcliffe Coun. Rawling King held… Continue reading “City councillor holds online consult ahead of draft budget”

Around Town–Holidays events and briefs for November-December 2023

Around Town for the holidays November-December 2023

Around Town local events for the holidays, including concerts and markets around the city for November-December 2023. Local events MacKay’s… Continue reading “Around Town for the holidays November-December 2023”

Lola is one of two Airedale terriers who inspired nine-year-old Ayden King Muraleetharan to write a story about an adventuresome canine duo. Photo supplied

The Adventures of Amy and Lola

By Ayden King Muraleetharan

[Editor’s note: Nine year-old Ayden King Muraleetharan recounts this short story of a dynamic dog duo visiting England.] A short… Continue reading “The Adventures of Amy and Lola”

The City of Ottawa is holding a public information session on road reconstruction taking place on Oakhill Rd., Corona Ave. and Carsdale Ave. sometime in 2024. Photo: Stefan Schweihofer, Pixabay

Road construction public info session Oct 17

The City of Ottawa is holding a public information session on road reconstruction Oct. 17 about an upcoming year-long road… Continue reading “Road construction public info session Oct 17”