Unpublished Newswire
Amid calls to address the cloudy future surrounding 24 Sussex Drive, a petition is calling on the federal government to stop paying for Stornoway. That is the official residence for the Opposition leader, which is currently occupied by Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre. Where do you stand on this debate? Kristy Cameron sifts through the CFRA textboard and tackles today’s Question of the Day. Plus, we continue to pick up the pieces from last week’s flooding.
July 8, 2026 - 18:02 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
An iconic water tower from 1924 has greeted drivers entering Smiths Falls from every direction for over a century. However, that local skyline is about to change forever, as City Council has voted to proceed with demolition. Officials call it a difficult decision, but say the cost to investigate and repair the out-of-service structure is simply too high. Smiths Falls Mayor Shawn Pankow joins Kristy Cameron in Hour 2. And shifting our gears to local sports news, the Ottawa Charge are making a massive announcement tomorrow. But what could it be? CFRA’s Chris Holski has one idea.
July 8, 2026 - 18:01 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
Last month, Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre was asked about the state of 24 Sussex Drive, and what he thinks should happen to the run-down property. But now, a petition is calling on the federal government to stop funding Stornoway as a private residence for the leader of the Official Opposition. Carol Burman joins us from Victoria, British Columbia in Hour 1. She started the petition. Plus, Ottawa Senators legend Daniel Alfredsson explains why he left the Sens and joined Sens Army’s biggest rival. We bring you up to speed on today’s top headlines.
July 8, 2026 - 18:00 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
July 8, 2026 - 17:45 | | The Globe and Mail
July 8, 2026 - 17:26 | Morgan Lowrie | The Globe and Mail
A 56-year-old Island EMS paramedic who died in a collision Tuesday is being remembered by his friends and colleagues as an inspirational, dedicated and community minded person.
July 8, 2026 - 17:19 | | CBC News - Canada
