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‘It haunts me’: Ottawa businessman rallies to send humanitarian aid to Lebanon

An Ottawa businessman and philanthropist is sending millions of dollars of medicine and tonnes of food to Lebanon to help those displaced, injured and starving as the war escalates. He’s calling on the federal government to stand for peace and commit to doing the same.

Poilievre’s plan to cut GST on new homes under $1 million good news for Ottawa homebuyers: OREB

Opposition Leader Pierre Poilievre announced Monday that if his party forms the next government, he will cut the federal sales tax on new home sold for under $1 million, a move that the Ottawa Real Estate Board said would have very positive impacts for Ottawa consumers.

City council passes poverty reduction strategy after community rallies to address poverty and food insecurity

Ottawa city council has passed a poverty reduction strategy that will support local initiatives working to address food insecurity and poverty and require more...

Ottawa’s haunted hotspots: where things go bump in the night

Jim Dean, creative director of Haunted Walks Ottawa, said Ottawa’s rich history makes it an intriguing place for ghost-hunting and paranormal activity. And while scary stories can be found nearly everywhere in Ottawa, he said there are a few places that seem to be hotspots for scary happenings.

Council approves feasibility study for controversial ‘bubble law’

City council has approved a motion that will require city staff to consider the feasibility of a by-law to protect vulnerable social infrastructure, also known as a “bubble” by-law, after lengthy discussion at the council meeting.

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Colts swept out of conference finals by Oshawa Generals

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Barrie police docket: week of May 5

Bike patrol catches wanted people A proactive bike patrol resulted...

Springwater mayor uses strong powers to open annexation talks with Barrie

Barrie’s proposed boundary expansion moved forward some steps last...

Bank Street renamed ‘Charge Avenue’ for PWHL team’s playoff run

Bank Street was officially renamed ‘Charge Avenue’ on Wednesday, as part of a city-wide effort to support the Ottawa Charge’s first postseason appearance in the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL).
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