Dedicated left turn lane coming soon to Huntmar-Maple Grove
The verdict is in for the new lane configuration for the lights at Huntmar and Maple Grove. Councillor Shad Qadri wrote in his weekly newsletter that he’s asking City staff reconfigure…
Strong Christmas Eve winds knock down trees, power lines
(Above: A tree fell near Elm and Goulbourn. Photo via Mitch Pommainville.) Could it be Christmas Eve by candle light tonight? Heavy winds are knocking down trees and power lines…
New site plan control for auto body shop on Hazeldean
There’s a new site plan control application posted for an auto body shop at 6801 Hazeldean Road, west of Stittsville near Jinkinson. There’s been a sign at that location for…
HOLIDAY SPIRIT: That crazy house on Elm
Above: This house on Elm Crescent, south of Elm, is a flashing beacon that’s probably visible from outer space. The snowman, who’s toppling over in the photo, is massive. …
NOTEBOOK: 6279 Fernbank OMB decision + tow trucks + more
6279 FERNBANK OMB DECISION The Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) has given the green light for development to proceed at 6279 Fernbank, west of Stittsville Main. That’s not exactly a surprise.…
HOLIDAY SPIRIT: All lit up on Bert G. Argue Drive
Above: A brightly decorated house on Bert G. Argue Drive, one of several on that street just off of West Ridge. Photo by Barry Gray. More Christmas lights: Christmas…
Local consignment store has a global impact
(Above: Sandra Edwards, the owner oinds Dandelions Consignment. Photo by Barry Gray.) It’s often been said that it is better to give than receive. Sandra Edwards, owner of Dandelions Consignment,…
Minto’s Potter’s Key goes to Planning Committee February 23
Councillor Shad Qadri posted a note to several local Facebook groups today about the next step for Minto’s proposed Potter’s Key subdivision. Residents packed a public meeting back in November…
NO DEAL: Hydro Ottawa won’t be acquiring Hydro One customers
We’ve been waiting for a few months now to find out whether or not Hydro Ottawa could reach a deal with Hydro One to acquire about 45,000 customers who live in the Ottawa…
OC TRANSPO: Holiday schedule changes coming, including free New Year’s Eve service after 8 p.m.
(press release via OC Transpo) OC Transpo and Para Transpo are the safe and reliable way to travel during the holidays and are offering free service after 8 p.m. on…
Heritage, Neighbourhood Watch, dangerous intersection discussed at Fairwinds meeting
The Fairwinds Community Association held its monthly meeting December 14. The main issues of discussion included the proposal to move the big red Bradley-Craig barn on Hazeldean Road despite its heritage designation…
HOLIDAY SPIRIT: The disco lights of Bell Street
You really cannot miss these two houses on Bell Street, just east of Elm. They are right across the street from each other and they must be the most intensely-lit homes…
Mould at Johnny Leroux Arena posed no health threat, says city
(Photo: Johnny Leroux Arena. File photo by Barry Gray.) The city spent about a quarter of a million dollars this year to fix a mould problem uncovered at the Johnny Leroux…
PHOTOS: Kanata Stocking Project 2015
Volunteers stuffed over 440 stockings and gift bags for families in Kanata, Stittsville and Carp today, filling a 28-foot truck. It was all part of the Kanata Stocking Project 2015,…
HOLIDAY SPIRIT: The handsome lights of Renshaw Avenue
If you’re looking for great Christmas lights, take a drive through Crossing Bridge and West Ridge, and hone in on Renshaw Avenue. There are lots of homes on this street…