Construction season kicks off in Ottawa
The city of Ottawa will officially kick off construction season in the capital on Monday, with several road resurfacing and culvert renewal and replacement projects to be completed this spring and summer.
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Cost of Ottawa stolen vehicle insurance claims increases over 500% in five years
The report finds insurance companies paid Ottawa drivers over $41 million in stolen vehicle claims last year.
More needs to be done: River Road crash sparked anger from nearby residents
A two-vehicle collision on River Road that injured three people has once again sparked anger from nearby residents - who say more needs to be done to improve safety on that road.
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Cornwall police begins equipping officers with body cams
The Cornwall Police Service has started the first phase of a body-camera project, which will equip officers with cameras to record their interactions with the public.
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LISTENLISTEN When and where will you see this year's Canada Day flypast?
The Royal Canadian Air Force says Ottawa will see aircraft from the past, present and future when pilots take to the sky on Canada Day.
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Vehicle with only three tires stopped on Hwy. 417
Ontario Provincial Police are reminding drivers they need all four tires on a vehicle to drive on Highway 417.
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The 41st CHEO Telethon will be held all week on CTV and Newstalk 580 CFRA
The 41st CHEO Telethon kicked off on Monday, raising money and awareness about Ottawa's children's hospital. This year's telethon will run Monday to Friday on CTV News Ottawa, CTV Morning Live and Newstalk 580 CFRA, with the grand finale on CTV Ottawa on Saturday between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m.
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City of Ottawa checking French translations on city signs following spike in complaints
The City of Ottawa is checking translations and spelling on all signs at city facilities, following a spike in complaints about French signage and information.
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Gatineau makes the list for most affordable cities in Canada
The cost of living continues to be top of mind for Canadians right across the country and a city right across the river from Ottawa is being highlighted as a more affordable place to call home.
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Hot and humid start to the work week in Ottawa
It will be a hot and humid start to the first week of June in Ottawa, with the humidex making it feel like 32 today and 33 on Tuesday.
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A CBSA strike could soon snarl border traffic. Here's what you need to know
Just as the summer travel season gets into gear, Canadians and visitors could find themselves waiting in long lines at the border — delays that could also deal a blow to the economy.
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Motorcycle doing wheelies, weaving in, out of traffic caught on Highway 417
A motorcycle driver is facing charges after being caught on Highway 417 doing wheelies and weaving in and out of traffic, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) says.
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More than 90 buildings in Ottawa opened their doors for a rare opportunity to see inside
Residents in Ottawa seized the rare opportunity to walk through the doors of some of the most historical and iconic buildings in the city, as part of the 22nd Open Doors Ottawa event.
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Two seriously injured following two-vehicle crash on Bank Street
The Ottawa Police Service says two people were injured following a serious crash that happened south of Ottawa Sunday afternoon.
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Brockville, Ont. bidding to be host community for 2025 World Juniors
City council in Brockville, Ont. has unanimously approved submitting a bid to be a host community for the 2025 IIHF World Junior Championship.
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High-risk stop leads seizure of firearm, 3 arrests on Highway 417: OPP
Three people are facing charges after a high-risk safety stop that happened Saturday on Highway 417, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) says.
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Pedestrian dies after being hit by train in Brockville, Ont., 'foul play' ruled out
Brockville Police says a pedestrian, 37, has died following a collision with a train that was heading to Toronto.
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Her gut was producing alcohol. Doctors didn't believe her
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A CBSA strike could soon snarl border traffic. Here's what you need to know
Just as the summer travel season gets into gear, Canadians and visitors could find themselves waiting in long lines at the border — delays that could also deal a blow to the economy.
B.C. serial killer Robert Pickton dead following prison attack
Convicted B.C. serial killer Robert Pickton, who preyed on women he lured from Vancouver's Downtown Eastside to his rural pig farm, has died.
These are the recalls in Canada this week
Health Canada recalled various items this week, including more unauthorized products, counterfeit drugs and bassinets.
The northern lights are returning to night skies across Canada this Friday
If you missed the brilliant displays of the aurora borealis over North America on May 10, you may have another chance to see them on Friday night.
Guilty: Trump becomes first former U.S. president convicted of felony crimes
Donald Trump became the first former American president to be convicted of felony crimes Thursday as a New York jury found him guilty of all 34 charges in a scheme to illegally influence the 2016 election through a hush money payment to a porn actor who said the two had sex.
Here's when Shake Shack will open in Toronto and a look at what's on the menu
Shake Shack will open its first flagship location in Toronto in two weeks, the fast-food restaurant announced on Thursday.
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Gatineau makes the list for most affordable cities in Canada
The cost of living continues to be top of mind for Canadians right across the country and a city right across the river from Ottawa is being highlighted as a more affordable place to call home.
Gatineau, Que. one of the most affordable real estate markets in Canada, report finds
The Royal LePage survey finds Gatineau is one of the top 15 most affordable cities to buy a home in Canada, based on the percentage of income required to service a monthly mortgage payment.
Should you buy new or resale house? Here's what you need to know
There are many decisions to make before deciding to buy a house and one of those is whether to buy a new or a resale one.
Ontario investing over $9.5 million to build more than 100 supportive housing units
More homes will be built in Ottawa to support those experiencing or at risk of homelessness, as part of an over $9.5 million investment, says the Ontario government.
The eight most expensive homes for sale in Ottawa this spring
Ottawa's ultra luxury housing market is blooming like the tulips this spring, with a significant increase in the number of homes sold worth more than $2 million.
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More needs to be done: River Road crash sparked anger from nearby residents
A two-vehicle collision on River Road that injured three people has once again sparked anger from nearby residents - who say more needs to be done to improve safety on that road.
Two seriously injured following two-vehicle crash on Bank Street
The Ottawa Police Service says two people were injured following a serious crash that happened south of Ottawa Sunday afternoon.
Motorcycle doing wheelies, weaving in, out of traffic caught on Highway 417
A motorcycle driver is facing charges after being caught on Highway 417 doing wheelies and weaving in and out of traffic, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) says.
High-risk stop leads seizure of firearm, 3 arrests on Highway 417: OPP
Three people are facing charges after a high-risk safety stop that happened Saturday on Highway 417, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) says.
Two-vehicle collision injures 3, closes part of River Road
Ottawa Paramedic Service says three people sustained minor injuries following two-vehicle collision on River Road Sunday morning.
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