Новости за 06.07.2017

The organizers of Ottawa’s Pride parade won’t stop Chief Charles Bordeleau and other police officers from marching in uniform, says Capital Pride’s chair Tammy Dopson, but the police will have to live with the fallout of their decision. “If the chief and his team show up in uniform, the community will decide how they’re going […]

The city must “get creative” if it wants to bring the O-Train all the way to Riverside South, planning boss Steve Willis said Thursday. Tweaking the proposed extension of the north-south Trillium Line to bring trains almost a kilometre closer to the fast-growing suburb can be done as part of the $3-billion Stage 2 transit […]

OTTAWA — B.C. NDP MP Peter Julian is dropping out out of the race to lead the federal New Democrats. Julian — the first contender to enter the race — made the announcement at a news conference today in Ottawa. The veteran MP was one of five candidates so far to join the race to […]

Director Ravi Jain's restaging of Salt-Water Moon run Thursday through Saturday at the National Arts Centre.

The death of a dog locked in a running car that caught fire in Smiths Falls Wednesday has prompted the Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals to warn about the dangers of leaving pets unattended in vehicles. Smiths Falls fire chief Normand Beauchamp said the incident happened around 2 p.m. on Wednesday […]

Seven pianists will play the Canadian legend's famed piano at Southam Hall on Monday night.

Readers share more thoughts on how we care for the frail elderly. You can write to us too, at letters@ottawacitizen.com — Boost long-term care staffing Re: Elder abuse case – personal support workers need governing body, group says, July 5. Abuse and neglect must not be tolerated, and every step should be taken to prevent […]

A woman who operates a dyslexia centre in Ottawa has been convicted of “treating mental problems” in Quebec without being qualified as a psychologist. The Quebec Order of Psychologists prosecuted the case against Louise Ward. The charges relate to a consultation she had in Gatineau with a woman who was hired by the Order of Psychologists […]

The average sale price for residential properties in Ottawa in June jumped 8.8 per cent year over year to reach $434,500, the Ottawa Real Estate Board reported Thursday. Somewhat surprisingly, that was a bigger gain than recorded in Toronto where the average selling price for all homes in the metro area increased by a comparatively […]

The westbound Highway 417 slowed to a crawl during the Thursday morning commute as emergency services mopped up a multi-vehicle collision at March Road. Five vehicles were reported involved in the crash at about 8 a.m. which sent at least one vehicle into the ditch. Debris was strewn across the roadway. None of the motorists […]

In Wednesday night at Dominion-Chalmers United Church, the renowned American string quartet gave its third concert in Ottawa in 18 years.

Ottawa police are seeking public assistance locating Bryan Bennett, 76, who has been missing since Wednesday morning. Police say he was last seen in the Southvale Crescent area in Ottawa’s Sheffield Glen neighbourhood.   He is described as Caucasian, five feet six inches (168 cm) tall, weighing 170 pounds (77 kg), with light brown and grey […]

Tegan and Sara When: July 8, 6 p.m. Where: RBC Bluesfest, Claridge Homes stage The twin-sister duo of Tegan and Sara has shifted from indie folk-rock, distilling their love of 1980s music into catchy synth-pop. It’s brought a whole new level of global fame for Calgary’s Quinn sisters, along with a greater desire to help […]

The reports regarding the abuse that took place at Garry J. Armstrong Long Term Care Home are very disturbing. Our infirm and vulnerable elderly deserve the greatest care and protection possible and it is our responsibility to do all we can to ensure this. That is why my wife and I have been volunteers at […]

A 10-day injunction over conversion of the Wakefield Steam Train’s tracks to a bike trail has left opposing sides arguing over what work is permitted. Chelsea wants to tear up the old tracks, saying they are damaged beyond repair by repeated washouts and landslides. It wants a bike trail instead, but this has some opposition. […]

After a sunny summer morn, expect some clouds to roll in by noon Thursday and a high of 29 C that will feel more like a muggy 34. Then Friday is expected to be mainly cloudy with a 60-per-cent chance of showers and the risk of an afternoon thunderstorm with a high of 24 C. […]

Ottawa police are asking for public assistance in locating Jean Proulx, 80, who has been missing since Wednesday at about 6 p.m. Proulx, who has dementia and diabetes, was last seen years around 1500 St. Joseph Boulevard. He is described as Caucasian, six feet (184 cm) tall weighing 140 pounds (64 kg), with white/gray hair. […]

Concern is growing among the family of missing Alexander “Sandy” Miller, police said Wednesday as they renewed an appeal for help to return him home safely. The 29-year-old, who was last seen in the Beechwood Avenue area Saturday, does not have needed medications with him. Police issued their first appeal Sunday. About 60 people filled […]

Around 6:30 a.m. Wednesday, Leona Ritchie's neighbour told her she had a moose in her backyard.

Police Chief Charles Bordeleau will go against the wishes of Capital Pride and march in uniform during the annual parade.

Diontae Spencer has game-changing speed that brings back memories of CFL greats.

A motorcyclist in his 50s was in critical condition after a collision with a car on Wednesday night. Ottawa paramedics received a call about a collision on Bank Street and Rideau Road at 7:47 p.m.  They treated the motorcyclist “for multi systems trauma,” including head, neck and chest injuries.  His condition was stabilized and was […]

Are you heading to Ottawa’s biggest summer music festival? Below, we lay out the day-by-day highlights of this year’s RBC Ottawa Bluesfest, including daily picks from Lynn Saxberg and I. It’s an eclectic mix, with shows from Toby Keith to July Talk to Tegan and Sara and LCD Soundsystem. Enjoy! THURSDAY (JULY 6) Toby Keith, […]

Mark Monahan is often asked what acts he’s most looking forward to as each new edition of his RBC Ottawa Bluesfest approaches. “It’s probably the artists you’ve never heard of,” says the festival’s artistic and executive director, who spends the year mining for ideas at festivals and events around the continent. “There’s nuances to booking […]

Some local acts will be trying to steal the show at RBC Ottawa Bluesfest this year. Here are a few of them. Tribe RoyalThursday, July 6, Claridge Stage, 6 p.m. Genre: Alt-Rock/Americana Members: Chris Kerwin — guitar, vocals Terrence O’Brien — guitar, vocals Bram Al-Najjar — bass, vocals Mike Giamberardino — percussion, vocals The sound: […]