Crispus Attucks
Crispus Attucks was an African American man killed during the Boston Massacre and believed to be the first casualty of the American Revolution.
Charles Lindbergh
Aviator Charles Lindbergh made the first solo transatlantic airplane flight in 1927.
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A. Philip Randolph
A. Philip Randolph was a trailblazing leader, organizer and social activist who championed equitable labor rights for African American communities during the 20th century.
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Why Ottawa built an LRT station in the middle of nowhere
Bowesville Station rises from the scrub and fields of south Ottawa like a shining city of steel and glass set
Tracy Nelson
Tracy Nelson is an actress and the oldest child of songwriter and actor Ricky Nelson and his wife, actress Kristin Harmon.
Carole King
American singer and songwriter Carole King has written or co-written over 400 songs that have been recorded by more than 1,000 artists.
Jack Dempsey
Jack Dempsey, known as the “Manassa Mauler,” was the world heavyweight boxing champion from 1919-26.
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Almonte General Hospital emergency department to close Sunday night
A shortage of staff has forced the Almonte General Hospital to close its emergency department overnight Sunday. Read More
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City to consider stricter anti-idling bylaw
City councillors are considering tougher anti-idling bylaws as a way of improving air quality and reducing greenhouse gas emissions in
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GARRIOCH: Senators and NCC moving closer to taking the ‘next step’ at LeBreton Flats
The Ottawa Senators and the National Capital Commission are making significant progress on what could be a historic agreement for