EMC news -A group of kids living in the west-end got a chance to get their hands dirty and learn first-hand how to nurture a plant from seedling to the dinner table. That's the philosophy being embraced by the Boys and Girls Club of Ottawa and their restaurateur board member Stephen Beckta, who...

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EMC news -A public meeting between city-hired urban planner George Dark and residents of Mechanicsville quickly turned into a discussion on what makes their community unique, and how to preserve that. The Mechanicsville neighbourhood is a large part of the Scott Street community design plan, which...

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EMC news -Few things are as basic and useful as footwear, which is why a growing initiative is aiming to put more shoes on the feet of those who need them. Soles4Souls is seeking to collect 100,000 pairs of donated shoes in the Ottawa area and now has the support of some powerful partners. On...

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EMC news -An entire industry breathed a sigh of relief on Monday, June 3 when Mayor Jim Watson said the Rideau Carleton Raceway should be the only option for a future casino in Ottawa. "Obviously anyone affiliated with horse racing and the Rideau Carleton Raceway is thrilled with the news," said...

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