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Rain barrels sell out in south Ottawa

SEE VIDEO http://www.ottawasun.com/2011/04/30/rain-barrels-sell-out-in-south-ottawa The hottest ticket in Barrhaven is a rain barrel. Gary Lang was adding his name to a waiting list at Ross’ Independent Saturday afternoon. “When they come in, if I get one, fine. If I don’t, bottled water,” he said, laughing. “I’ll come back Tuesday. If there’s some, there’s some. If there’s […]

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‘Nazi’ jibe overshadows shelter debate

An Ottawa Anglican Diocese official is comparing neighbourhood opposition to the relocation of a downtown homeless centre and comments by those opposing it to “Nazi Germany.” After a heated meeting with area residents Monday night, archdeacon David Selzer is “appalled” by comments describing the homeless. “There was a huge degradation of people using Centre 454 […]

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Readying for a bumpy spring: Potholes are here

SEE VIDEO http://www.ottawasun.com/news/ottawa/2011/02/16/17301201.html Potholes are making an early appearance on Ottawa roads this year. And if weather this week is any indication, we’re in for a bumper crop. Monday started above freezing, but the temperature plummeted in the afternoon — perfect breeding conditions for the road hazards. It’s due to get warm again — as […]

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