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Every now and then, we like to do a roundup of what we’ve been reading from Ottawa bloggers in recent weeks. So here’s the fifth volume of #ottblog! * Ross tells the story of a [ Norman Rockwell-esque photo he took in New York. ...

_ (press release) _ ** Ottawa ** – The unique design of the future O-Train Confederation Line’s Pimisi Station, which celebrates the culture of the Algonquin people, was unveiled today during a construction site tour attended by The Honourable Amarjeet Sohi, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities; The Honourable Yasir Naqvi, Attorney General and Member of Provincial Parliament, Ottawa Centre; and, Mayor Jim Watson, as well as other disguinished guests. ...

I recently read about an intriguing project to help the homeless. It’s taking place in Paris’ storied 11 th arrondissement, just blocks from the hyper-touristy areas and home to the Bataclan theatre and Le Carillon café, both now famous as targets in last November’s terror attacks. ...

_ (press release) _ ** Ottawa ** – More than 250 representatives from the tourism industry, local business community and government gathered this morning at the Shaw Centre for the sold out Ottawa Tourism Summit. The event was hosted by the City of Ottawa and Ottawa Tourism, in partnership with the Economic Club of Canada, and sponsored by the Ottawa Gatineau Hotel Association and the Shaw Centre. ...

Mayor Jim Watson inducted 14 of Ottawa’s most outstanding residents into the Order of Ottawa during a ceremony this evening at Ottawa City Hall. Those inducted by Mayor Watson into the Order of Ottawa are: Ben Babelowsky, Ron Burke, Guy Cousineau, Bill Malhotra, Paul Meek, Vera Mitchell, Wendy Muckle, Bryan Murray, Alicia S. ...

On Thursday night, the Ottawa Senators continue their exciting playoff push with an away game against the New York Rangers. To support the Sens, and at the request of the team, Mayor Jim Watson announced that the City of Ottawa is proclaiming Thursday, April 9 “Jeans and Jersey Day”. ...

“Which bake sale Mayor?” “ALL OF THEM.” Quite the smart campaign video from Watson and his team. http://youtu.be/GCqRNI0mRGk