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Former senator Don Meredith charged with sexual assault

Former Canadian senator Don Meredith is facing sexual assault charges in connection with incidents that allegedly took place nearly a decade ago.

Tickets issued for excessive noise, open alcohol as Panda Game festivities begin

Ottawa police and Bylaw Services are keeping an eye on Panda Game festivities in Sandy Hill, Old Ottawa South and the Glebe. As of 12 p.m., more than 20 tickets had been issued for open alcohol in public.

The University of Ottawa Gee-Gees and the Carleton Ravens meet in the 53rd Panda Game at a sold out TD Place. (Natalie van Rooy/CTV News Ottawa)

Pedestrian killed in collision on Walkley Road

Ottawa police say a 56-year-old man was killed in a collision Friday night.

An Ottawa Police vehicle is seen behind police tape. (CTV News Ottawa)

Homeowners lose thousands to absent contractor and speeding driver blames the car: Top five stories this week

CTVNewsOttawa.ca looks at the top five stories on our website this week.

Charges laid after women attacked in separate incidents

Ottawa police say a 28-year-old man is facing several charges in connection with a pair of alleged unprovoked assaults in the south end.

Section of Highway 417 closed until 6 a.m. Tuesday for construction

Highway 417 is closed between Metcalfe Street and Carling/Kirkwood avenues until 6 a.m. on Tuesday for the replacement of the Rochester Street bridge.

Ontario's minimum wage rose. Here's what you need to know

Ontario’s minimum wage has gone up. Here's what you need to know.

Worker struck by a large piece of concrete at construction site in downtown Ottawa

A construction worker is being treated for injuries after being struck by a large piece of concrete at a construction site in downtown Ottawa.

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Long COVID: What science has learned about the loss of smell and taste

Some five per cent of global COVID-19 survivors have now developed long-lasting taste and smell problems, according to a 2022 study. More than two years into the pandemic, researchers found an estimated 15 million people may still have problems perceiving odours, while 12 million may struggle with taste.

The loss of smell in mild COVID-19 cases occurs 86 per cent of the time, a study says. (Shutterstock)

Russia withdraws troops after Ukraine encircles key city

Russia said Saturday it has withdrawn its troops from the once-occupied city of Lyman, as Ukraine's eastern counteroffensive recaptures more territory. Russia's Tass and RIA news agencies, citing the Russian defense ministry, made the announcement.