CJRO News June 2, 2025

Hello, this is Rose Grzela and this is this week's news on CJRO Radio.

Colette Lacroix-Velthuis is one of eleven candidates vying for the Ward 20 Osgoode councillor seat on Ottawa City Council. This by-election was triggered by the resignation of George Darouze, who was elected as a Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP).

Among the key issues for Lacroix-Velthuis is the Tewin development project. She views it as a unique opportunity to increase housing and infrastructure in the ward but stresses that it must not come at the expense of current residents. She also underscores the need for continuous dialogue with the community throughout the process.

Another candidate, Isabelle Skalski, shares a more cautious stance on the Tewin project. While she sees potential benefits for the ward, she remains neutral, neither fully supporting nor opposing the development, and wants to carefully assess what the project will ultimately involve.

The by-election for the Ward 20 Osgoode seat is scheduled for June 16, 2025. This interview is part of an ongoing series, and I will continue to reach out to other candidates to share their perspectives with our listeners as they become available.

The Township of Russell is hosting the third edition of Meet Me on Main Street in Russell! The event will take place on July 15, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. This year’s community gathering will showcase food and beverage kiosks, local nonprofit organizations, live music, face painting, youth activities, and fire safety demonstrations. New for 2025, the Teen Advisory Committee will organize a dedicated Teen Zone, offering a space with activities designed especially for teenagers.

The Krusher Stunt Team will perform a BMX show in Carlsbad Springs on Saturday, June 7 at 2:15 p.m. The event, organized by the Carlsbad Springs Optimist Club, will take place in the parking lot of the Community Centre. In case of bad weather, the event may be postponed.

The Embrun Firefighters Association is hosting a bingo night on June 10, 2025, at 7 p.m. at the Embrun fire station. The total prize amount is approximately $4,000. Tickets are $25 each, and participants must be 18 years or older to join. To purchase tickets, please contact Stéphane Séguin at 613-222-6317.

Hugo Desrochers, member of the Embrun Firefighters Association.

Brian St-Pierre will be performing on June 7, 2025, at the Salle Richelieu at l’École secondaire catholique de Casselman. Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the door.

Here are some important dates to remember for events taking place in Russell later this year. In May, Russell Ladies Night will be held on May 2, followed by the Chicken BBQ Dinner on May 31. The Russell Community Market will take place on June 8, July 13, August 10, September 14, and October 12. Canada Day celebrations will begin on June 30 at the Russell Fairgrounds and continue on July 1 at the same location. The Russell Fair will be held from August 14 to 17. On September 13, the Autumn in the Country Arts Festival will also take place at the Fairgrounds. Finally, on December 6, it will be the Russell Christmas Market.

The Russell Township Pride Flag Raising Ceremony will take place on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at 10 a.m. at the Town Hall in Embrun. Local dignitaries, students, and musicians from the area will participate in the event. There will be prizes to be won and other activities.

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