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  What's happening in Ottawa this weekend: Dec. 13-15

  Christmas market season continues, holiday lights light up several attractions and the Senators, 67's and Black Bears are home. CTVNewsOttawa.ca looks at things to do in Ottawa and eastern Ontario this weekend.

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  Frustration grows among Ottawa small business owners as Canada Post strike lingers on

  As the Canada Post strike entered its fourth week on Friday, some Ottawa small businesses are still feeling the effects.

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  Broken watermain floods part of York St. in ByWard Market

  City of Ottawa staff are repairing a watermain break has caused heavy flooding to a road in the ByWard Market.

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  Holiday spirit takes over businesses in Merrickville, Ont

  It's normal for small businesses to sell holiday-themed items this time of year, but in Merrickville, Ont., stores take things to the next level.

• Federal government's two-month GST holiday begins

  As a two-month break from the federal GST took effect Saturday, shoppers and businesses expressed lukewarm support for the measure.

• More than 1,500 vehicles reported stolen in Ottawa in 2024: Here are the hotspots for thefts

  Statistics on the Ottawa Police Service's Crime Map show 1,559 vehicles have been reported stolen in Ottawa between Jan. 1 and Dec. 12. Vehicle thefts include joy rides, opportunistic thefts, and "single-use crimes," according to police.

• Eight people injured after horse-drawn wagon went out of control in eastern Ont.

  Eight people were injured after horses became out of control while a man was offering a horse-drawn wagon ride Thursday in eastern Ontario, according to the Brockville Police Service.

• No O-Train service on Saturday as preparations continue for east extension in 2025

  The O-Train will be out of service on Saturday while preparations continue for the launch of the eastern extension of Line 1 from Blair Station to Trim Station next year.

• Here's how to elevate the bow trend this holiday season

  Bows and ribbons are the trend this holiday season, whether on Christmas trees or clothing items, an Ottawa expert says.

• Vacant unit tax declarations now open with new exemptions

  The City of Ottawa has opened the portal to allow residents to declare the occupancy status of their properties under the vacant unit tax (VUT).

• Ontario Premier standing firm on retaliatory measures to Trump tariffs

  Ontario Premier Doug Ford says he will use every tool at his disposal to manage the threat of tariffs from incoming U.S. President Donald Trump.

• 67's Pinelli makes the roster for Team Canada at the World Juniors

  Ottawa 67's captain Luca Pinelli is officially on the team representing Canada on the world stage at this year's IIHF World Junior Championship.

• Labour minister unveils steps to end Canada Post strike

  Canada Post workers began their strike four weeks ago, halting mail and package deliveries across the country. Labour Minister Steven MacKinnon said he hopes work will resume as early as next week.

• Here's what will cost more in the 2025 City of Ottawa budget

  Ottawa residents will be paying more to board the O-Train and buses, have the garbage picked up, turn on the taps, park on city streets and use recreation facilities in 2025. CTV News Ottawa looks at things that will cost more in Ottawa next year.