City prepares for back-to-school traffic increase
Posted Sep 3, 2010 By EMC News EMC News - As tens of thousands of people return to work and school next week and as this year’s unprecedented construction season continues, traffic delays are possible and the City of Ottawa is taking steps to minimize potential disruptions. The city...read more »
Recent 'bait bike' project results in charges
Posted Sep 3, 2010 By EMC News EMC News-During the month of July and August 2010, the Ottawa Police Service conducted a 'Bait Bike' project in the areas of the By-Ward Market, Sandy Hill, Vanier and Centertown. During that time period, members of the Central District Unit deployed...read more »
Revised convent plans filed
Posted Sep 2, 2010 By Phil Ambroziak EMC News - The saga surrounding the redevelopment of a former convent site on Richmond Rd. continues. The controversy surrounding Ashcroft Homes' plans to redevelop the former Les Soeurs de la Visitation convent has been well documented in recent months,...read more »
New bus improves community outreach for Boys and Girls Club, Please see BUS on page 2
Posted Sep 2, 2010 By Phil Ambroziak EMC News - The Boys and Girls Club of Ottawa is on a roll. On Saturday, Aug. 28, a special gathering was held at the club's Police Youth Centre location on Prince of Wales Dr. where a new, colourfully decorated bus was unveiled to children and club...read more »
Young people make the grade in job world
Posted Sep 2, 2010
By Katie Stewart
EMC News- When Reem Issa had her interview for a summer job position as an executive assistant at Sylvan Learning Centre, she was extremely nervous, like most people during their first job interview. She had applied to the organization because she wanted...
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Terror suspects arrested in city's west end
Posted Sep 2, 2010
By Phil Ambroziak
EMC News - "Canada is not immune to the threat of terrorism." Those were the words of RCMP Chief Superintendent Serge Therriault during an Aug. 26 press conference regarding the recent arrest of two Ottawa men in connection with terrorism-related offences.
On...
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Lifetime Networks merges with Citizen Advocacy Ottawa
Posted Sep 2, 2010
By Phil Ambroziak
EMC News - The recent merger between Lifetime Networks Ottawa and Citizen Advocacy Ottawa isn't about strengthening either organization as much as it is about providing improved services to people with disabilities.
The merger, which was officially...
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Former city councillor vying for Bay ward seat
Posted Sep 2, 2010
By Phil Ambroziak
EMC News - When it comes to representing the people of Bay ward at city council, municipal candidate Shawn Little believes experience will win out at the end of the day.
Mr. Little, who served as a city councillor from 1997 to 2006 in what is now Kitchissippi...
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Stovetop fires sparks safety reminder
Posted Sep 2, 2010 By EMC News Submitted by the City of Ottawa EMC New - Ottawa Fire Services is urging residents to practice cooking safety in light of a recent string of stovetop fires that have caused injuries. Cooking fires are the leading cause of fire-related injuries in...read more »
OCDSB director resigns
Posted Sep 2, 2010 By EMC News EMC News - Ottawa Carleton District School Board (OCDSB) director of education Dr. Lyall Thompson announced his resignation last week, effective Aug. 31. Dr. Thompson held the position since Sept. 1, 2008, and cited personal reasons for his departure....read more »
Kavanagh seeking OCDSB role in Zone 4
Posted Sep 2, 2010
By Phil Ambroziak
EMC News - Theresa Kavanagh believes a promising tomorrow for everyone begins with a promising today for youth.
Ms. Kavanagh, the wife of current Bay ward councillor Alex Cullen, has officially filed her nomination papers in an effort to win the seat...
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CHARA proud to launch new website
Posted Sep 2, 2010 By Phil Ambroziak EMC News - The word is officially out the Carleton Heights and Area Residents' Association (CHARA) is now on the World Wide Web. Earlier this summer, CHARA launched a new website one association members describe as being much more user-friendly and...read more »
Amended zoning bylaw proposal filed for Hickory St.
Posted Sep 2, 2010
By Phil Ambroziak
EMC News - Sometimes things don't go according to plan.
FoTenn Consultants, on behalf of property owners Mastercraft Starwood, recently filed a revised zoning bylaw amendment proposal with the city that could result in changes to original development...
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Local woman remains positive in face of adversity
Posted Sep 2, 2010
By Phil Ambroziak
EMC News - Brynn McLennan, 27, doesn't believe in giving up.
Her eternal optimism has proven to be one of her greatest assets throughout her day-to-day struggle to lead a normal life in spite of a disease that has severely impacted her physical well-being...
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Get back to school, safely
Posted Sep 2, 2010 By David Butler-Jones, MD EMC News - The end of summer means that it's time for children to head back to school. Whether they travel on foot, by bicycle, by bus or by car, it's important to teach your child how to get to school safely. Below are some actions you and your child...read more »
Alzheimer golf tournament nets society $25,000
Posted Sep 2, 2010 By EMC News Friday the thirteenth (Aug. 13) was a lucky day for the Alzheimer Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County as almost $25,000 was raised that day at the sold-out 24th Annual Hammond Alzheimer Golf Tournament. The proceeds will support the 13,000 people...read more »
5th annual Serbian Festival on this weekend
Posted Sep 2, 2010 By EMC News EMC Event - All cultural enthusiasts are eagerly invited to the 5th Annual Ottawa Serbian Festival. This event showcases the rich history of the Balkan culture, which includes savouring delicious Serbian foods, partaking in traditional Serbian and other...read more »
CAYFO in urgent need of school supplies
Posted Sep 2, 2010 By EMC News EMC News - All school-aged Ottawa area children and youth deserve to succeed in school and Child and Youth Friendly Ottawa needs your help to fill the 5,000 requests. Approximately 4,000 children and youth in the Ottawa area will return to school this...read more »
