George Floyd Memorial: The golden casket containing George Floyd’s body is surrounded by floral arrangements and pictures. The first of three memorial services is being held today in the Frank J. Lindquist sanctuary at North Central University. Ottawa Rally Changes Venue: The organizers of tomorrow’s No Peace Until Justice Rally have switched venues. The event […]
More Charges Laid In George Floyd Death: Charges against a Minneapolis police officer accused of killing George Floyd are getting upgraded. Minnesota’s attorney general is charging Derek Chauvin with second-degree murder, up from third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter. Three other officers involved in the arrest that led to Floyd’s death are being charged with aiding […]
If you’re worried about keeping your pet healthy and happy due to financial stresses amidst the pandemic, Ottawa Humane Society has got you covered. The Emergency Pet Food program offers pet food to local dog and cat owners. The food on offer is suitable for all sizes. So far, the initiative has been able to donate […]
COVID-19 Ottawa: Ottawa Public Health is reporting 11 new confirmed COVID-19 cases Monday. However, no new deaths have been reported since Sunday. 1,962 cases have been reported in the Capital, with 244 deaths. COVID-19 Ontario: Ontario is reporting 404 new cases of COVID-19 Monday, and 10 more deaths. That brings the province to a total […]
Minnesota Police Officer Arrested: A police officer seen on video kneeling on a black man’s neck for eight minutes as he pleaded he couldn’t breathe has been arrested and charged with third-degree murder and manslaughter. The arrest of Derek Chauvin in the death of George Floyd follows three nights of increasing violence in Minneapolis. County […]
COVID-19 Ottawa: Ottawa Public Health is reporting two more deaths, and eight more confirmed cases of COVID-19 Thursday. The Capital has recorded 1,930 cases, and 240 deaths related to the virus since the first local cases were reported in March. 18 local institutions are fighting outbreaks. OC Transpo Announces Recovery Plan, Masks to Become Mandatory: […]
Urban Boundary Growing Again: The City of Ottawa is growing again. Council has voted in favour of expanding the city’s urban boundary by 1,281 hectares. The motion passed by a vote of 15-6. The move is being made to facilitate future urban development, but also includes increased intensification in existing neighbourhoods. COVID-19 Ottawa: Three more people […]
COVID-19 Ottawa: Another person in Ottawa has died from COVID-19. Ottawa Public Health is also reporting seven new cases of the virus Tuesday. 1908 cases have been confirmed in our city since March, as well as 235 deaths. COVID-19 Ontario: Premier Doug Ford is vowing to take action to address allegations raised in a military […]
Lately it seems like you’ll get daily news of a cancelled festival or concert or even the closing of a favourite venue. What does this mean for the future of live music? Some concerts have opted to go drive-in style, where attendees drive up to the stage and watch performances from their cars. While this is a start, there are environmental […]
COVID-19 Ottawa: Ottawa Public Health is reporting five new cases, and one more COVID-19-related death Monday. 1901 cases have been reported overall in the capital, with 234 deaths. 79 per cent of local cases have been resolved. COVID-19 Ontario: Ontario is reporting 404 new cases, and 29 more deaths Monday. That brings the total in the […]