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No change coming to hospital parking fees, province says
Ontario hospitals will be keeping their existing rules around parking lot rates, the province says, as Quebec moves to lower or eliminate fees at its health facilities.
Revellers seen swinging near power lines in Kingston, Ont.
Hydro workers in Kingston, Ont., are telling adults something they never thought they would have to: Don't swing on or near power lines.
Ford government cuts funding to school councils
A provincial grant program intended to help get parents involved in schools is being cut considerably, leaving local school councils facing a substantial funding shortage.
Reports reveal new details of Westboro bus crash driver's earlier collision
One month before the OC Transpo double-decker she was driving slammed into an awning at Westboro station, killing three and injuring many more, Aissatou Diallo was involved in another crash that left five people injured.
Computer failure caused Thursday's LRT delay
Thursday morning's light rail delay — the third delay in as many days this week — was caused by a failure of one train's on-board computer, the city says.
City chews over rat strategy as complaints multiply
Complaints about rats in Ottawa are on the rise, and city councillors will discuss later this month what they're going to do about it.
OC Transpo layoffs averted as city shifts to LRT
Hundreds of OC Transpo employees whose jobs were in jeopardy because of the ongoing transition from buses to LRT will have their pink slips rescinded, the city has announced.
Coalition wants people-centric LeBreton Flats deal
A new coalition is pushing the National Capital Commission to ensure the next plan for LeBreton Flats comes with real benefits to the community.
Skating and scotch? NCC aiming for bar on Rideau Canal ice
The two-year pilot project would involve setting up a clear plastic igloo on the ice near kilometre zero of the skateway, close to the National Arts Centre and the Château Laurier hotel.
Province's plan to cut child benefit will hurt families, city says
The looming end of a social assistance program will leave nearly 1,000 families short and the city is warning it expects increased pressure on food banks and shelters as a result.