Clean-up far from over one month after storm slammed Ottawa
It’s been one month since a record storm slammed Ottawa, dumping more than 100 millimetres of rain in the hardest hit neighbourhoods, and for some the cleanup is far from over.
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Families check out popular Ottawa spots for the Civic long weekend
It’s August long weekend and people in Ottawa are taking advantage of what the city has to offer.
More than 50 mm of rain could hit Ottawa on Sunday: Environment Canada weather statement
Ottawa just experienced the rainiest July in its history, and August seems set for another wet start with Environment Canada issuing a special weather statement for heavy rain and possible thunderstorms on the long weekend.
A look at what’s open and closed in Ottawa on Colonel By Day Monday
CTVNewsOttawa.ca looks at what’s open and closed in Ottawa on Colonel By Day.
Pembroke, Renfrew County health unit encouraging residents to help reduce rodent activity
The City of Pembroke and the Renfrew County and District Health Unit are asking residents to help reduce rodent activity in the area.
Ottawa Redblacks part ways with defensive coordinator after extending winless streak
The Ottawa Redblacks fired their defensive coordinator on Friday after the team extended their winless streak.
Pedestrian suffers non-life-threatening injuries in Hwy. 417 collision, eastbound lanes near Riverside Drive reopened
A pedestrian was taken to the hospital after being struck by a vehicle on Highway 417 near Riverside Drive on Thursday afternoon, Ottawa first responders say.
What’s playing this weekend: July 31-Aug. 3
It’s the long weekend which means there’s even more time to check out new films in the movie theatres. Matt Demers, A.K.A. Mr. Hollywood, joined CTV’s Your Morning Ottawa on Friday to discuss three new films you can see on the big screen this weekend.
Thousands celebrate Scottish culture at Glengarry Highland Games in Maxville, Ont.
Tens of thousands are gathering in Maxville, Ont. to celebrate Scottish culture at the 77th edition of the Glengarry Highland Games.
Police seek 55-year-old Rejean Perron on Canada-wide warrant
OPP's Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement Squad is asking the public for help locating a federal offender wanted on a Canada-wide warrant for breaching his statutory release. Perron is 5'1", 121 lbs and is known to frequent Timmins, Kingston, Ottawa and the Greater Toronto Area.
Meridian Theatres at Centrepointe to remain closed until at least end of year following flooding
The City of Ottawa is cancelling all shows, plays and productions at the Meridian Theatres at Centrepointe until the end of the year due to the damage caused by heavy rain on Canada Day.
Demonstrations, rising fuel costs among the pressures on police budget deficit
The Ottawa Police Service is projecting at least a $21-million deficit this year despite seeing the largest increase in more than a decade.
Mosquitos in Ottawa test positive for West Nile Virus: Ottawa Public Health
Ottawa Public Health is urging residents to protect themselves from mosquitoes after West Nile Virus was confirmed in local mosquitoes for the first time this season.
Turtle Taxi volunteers help Ontario’s turtle hospital keep pace with record season
Turtles are arriving at the Ontario Turtle Conservation Centre at a record pace this season, with more than 1,950 already admitted from across the province.
‘I will not be running for mayor’: Former MPP Lisa MacLeod opts out of mayoral race
Former Ontario MPP Lisa MacLeod will not be running for mayor in Ottawa’s upcoming municipal election.
Ottawa man, 36, charged with possession, distribution of child sexual abuse materials
Ottawa police say a 36-year-old man from Ottawa has been charged with child sexual abuse and exploitation materials (CSAEM)-related offences.