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Should a proposed housing development be built near Ottawa’s flight path?

The Ottawa Airport Authority argued against the project saying air travel noise would disrupt residents. But the area councillor and community association were in support

Airport

Isabelle Skalski plans for city council after winning the Osgoode by-election

Isabelle Skalski from Greely won the recent by-election with 34 per cent of the vote

City Hall

After 17 years, work begins on Somerset House

After 17 years, work is finally underway to restore Somerset House. But some are wary it will actually be completed

A mixed bag for Ottawa sports teams this week

Some wins and some loses for Ottawa's teams

Sports

“We are growing very impatient” — The debate over fixing gridlock on Bank Street

The City of Ottawa has ruled out putting bus-only lanes on Bank Street, but some community groups say they are desperately needed

Downtown

Should a referendum be called for Lansdowne 2.0?

Capital Ward Coun. Shawn Menard wants to see a referendum so Ottawa residents can decide

Lansdowne

Is a different model needed to fund and provide transit in rural neighbourhoods?

It may be early to say if the "New Ways to Bus" transit changes have increased ridership, but one councillor says transit is a tough sell in rural areas

Transit

Councillor intends to file motion to stop controversial Tewin development

One local councillor intends to file a motion in an attempt to scrap the project. But city staff say that would bring many unwanted risks

Tewin Development

Should council decide to make bus rapid transit projects a bigger priority?

The city is set to update its Transportation Master Plan. Topics include whether to keep Phase 3 light rail and if BRT projects should take bigger priority