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Old Ottawa East loses a bright light
Mainstreeter Staff Kathleen McCrea, life-long resident of Old Ottawa East, respected multidisciplinary artist, and co-founder of the Old Ottawa East Art Tour passed away on September 5, 2021, of cancer….
Springhurst Park official opening celebrations: Local kids abuzz with excitement over park improvements
John Dance After the long pandemic and a lengthy effort, Springhurst Park’s many new amenities were officially opened in September at a celebration starring a gaggle of happy children and…
The ‘Dirty 30s’ – of Hobos and handouts: My memories of Old Ottawa East during the Depression
Marjorie Carver During the ‘Dirty 30s’ the depression was in full bloom, and people were hurting. So many people were losing their jobs, and there was no work to be…
