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Photographer Dave Keys captured a close-up of this wild turkey at Beechwood Cemetery recently. PHOTO: DAVE KEYS

Talking turkey in and around Manor Park

Wild birds part of local neighbourhood landscape for years now

I doubt there is anyone residing in Manor Park — or indeed, the surrounding areas — who have not seen… Continue reading “Talking turkey in and around Manor Park”

Dave Keys offers some photography advice to grandson Louis. PHOTO: SUBMITTED

Photography a constant learning experience for Dave Keys

Regular Chronicle contributor derives great pleasure from capturing local wildlife

A skilled photographer has to be ready for just about anything — even a stubborn gang of wild turkeys.  Such… Continue reading “Photography a constant learning experience for Dave Keys”

Mallory poses with her dad Andrew during a birthday celebration. PHOTO: JENNIFER HEPBURN-KATZ

Manor Park native to run London Marathon in honour of her father

Mallory Katz raising funds for MS Society prior to her journey in April

Hello Manor Park! I’m Mallory, and I grew up in Manor Park, attending MPPS (class of 2012) and playing with… Continue reading “Manor Park native to run London Marathon in honour of her father”

Transit riders prepare to board a number 7 bus as it approaches the stop at Birch Avenue and Eastbourne Avenue. PHOTO: RYLAND COYNE

Petition takes aim at busing ‘crisis’

Manor Park resident calls for transit state of emergency

The latest reports on OC Transpo bus reliability will come to the surprise of few in Manor Park. According to… Continue reading “Petition takes aim at busing ‘crisis’”

Rideau-Rockcliffe Councillor Rawlson King.

A look back and glance forward to 2026

Past year was transformative, Rideau-Rockcliffe councillor writes

As we settle into 2026, I extend my warmest wishes to Manor Park residents for a healthy and rewarding year… Continue reading “A look back and glance forward to 2026”

Members of the 2025 free income tax clinic volunteer cohort are all smiles as they join some staff members from RRCRC for a photo. PHOTO: SUBMITTED

Rideau-Rockcliffe CRC free Income Tax Clinic delivers $5.2 million in benefits to residents

When tax season arrives, it can bring stress and uncertainty for anyone. For low-income residents navigating complex forms and deadlines,… Continue reading “Rideau-Rockcliffe CRC free Income Tax Clinic delivers $5.2 million in benefits to residents”

The author Gregory Thompson handling Diesel in a marked retrieve. PHOTO: SUBMITTED

GOOD DOG: Training, goals and key ingredients

The second in a series of Chronicle columns on dog training from Greg Thompson

Why is training your dog of critical importance?  The answer to this question is not as self-evident as one may… Continue reading “GOOD DOG: Training, goals and key ingredients”