The final concept plans for 2 new parks in Riverside South are now ready. The first park will be located at 5058 North Bluff Drive and the other park will be located at Riversedge Crescent.

Residents are encouraged to participate in public consultations for both parks by sending comments and feedback to the office of Councillor Steve Desroches before June 30th, 2009.  Click below for PDF copies of the two concept plans:

Last week, residents launched the new accessible swing at Mountain Meadows Park in Riverside South.

In the photo from left to right: Chair of the City’s Accessibility Committee Barry McMahon, Councillor Steve Desroches, Kellen Schleyer enjoying the new swing with mom Kelli Tonner and Dad Kevin Schleyer.

Rideauview Community Centre and Fred G. Barrett Arena are offering many new and exciting Summer Camps for the 2009 season along with many of the traditional favourites. Click here to view the complete listing of programs.

For more information contact Tara O'Reilly at 613-822-7887 or via email at tara.oreilly@ottawa.ca.

The Ottawa South United (OSU) soccer club is running soccer camps in Riverside South this summer, including the First Kicks camp for 5 & 6 year olds, and the Soccer Kidz camp for ages 7 to 12. 

Click the link below for information and registration details:

http://www.osu.ca/summercamps.php

Police release photo of suspect in sub shop robberies

Ottawa police are looking for the Foot-Long Fugitive, who's been repeatedly knocking off the same Subway restaurant in Riverside South.

Police believe the same unmasked man robbed the restaurant in the 800 block of Earl Armstrong Rd. four times.