[ ](http://ottawastart.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/pumpkinvote.jpg) _ Ontario _ A record number of Ontario voters turned out in droves Thursday to cast their ballots in what has become the most well attended voter turnout in Ontario Election history. Elections Ontario is attributing the record turnout to their use of new whimsical, seasonal themed ballot boxes that utilized hand carved pumpkin jack-o-lanterns, making the voting process a fun and rewarding experience. ...

[ ](http://ottawastart.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/weekly-event-roundup250.gif) Each week we ask some of our favourite Ottawa people to recommend a great Ottawa event happening this week. They send in their picks, and we compile them into this handy list of awesome local events. (You can add your suggestions to the comments below. ...

Andrew King found this car listed on Kijiji last week: [ ](http://ottawastart.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/25581kj_20-25281-2529.jpeg) ** 1961 Chrysler Imperial Lebaron "John F.Kennedy Connection" ** RARE PRESIDENTIAL USE CAR ! This car was borrowed back from the original owner by Chrysler Canada to be used to chauffer American president John F. ...

Here’s a video from Sens TV about the team’s new Heritage Uniform, based on the jerseys worn by the original Ottawa Senators and inspired in part by a design created by Jacob Barrette, a graphic designer based in Gatineau. What do you think of the new jersey? ...

_ This blog post was updated on November 20, 2011. _ [  ](http://ottawastart.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/arne-fire.jpg) From May 20, 2011: Flames rise from townhouses on fire on Remnor Ave. This shot is looking west towards Kanata. Photo by [ Arne Berg ](http://www. ...

[ ](http://ottawastart.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/signs.jpg) _ Ottawa Centre _ Local independent candidate John Black is frustrated to discover his campaign signs have been mistakenly printed using the Wingdings font which may hinder his election chances. The somewhat hard-to-read campaign signs were hastily printed and Mr. ...

[ ](http://ottawastart.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/weekly-event-roundup250.gif) Here are some picks for great events happening in Ottawa between September 29 and October 5. This just may be the most eclectic list of events yet! ** Josee from Frugal Fun Ottawa : ** ** CULTURE: ** Culture Days are on this weekend in Ottawa. ...

[  ](http://www.flickr.com/photos/ottawastart/5698040762/) Photo by [ Glen Gower ](http://www.flickr.com/photos/ottawastart/5698040762/in/set-72157626670404988) I am fascinated by fairs. By the technology and electronics and engineering, by the clash between family fun and all the dirt and grime of a travelling carnival. ...

[ ](http://ottawastart.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/sensjersey.jpg) _ Ottawa _ Recent leaked photos of the new Ottawa Senators jersey shows a vibrant “Cosby Show” look to the design, implementing a retro 1990’s sweater theme that heralds back to a time when the Ottawa Senators first took to the ice in 1991. ...

[ ](http://ottawastart.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/weekly-event-roundup250.gif) Untitled Document ** Don from foodieprints . ** ** GRAPE STOMPING & MORE: ** Preston Street will be abuzz all weekend, from September 22 to 25, with activities for all ages. There will be Italian lessons, guided tours by C’est Bon Cooking, special meals at various restaurants, a farmers' market, free entertainment and an open air art sale. ...