Leah Larocque is a news reporter for CTV News Ottawa, focusing on local news stories in the Ottawa area. With a passion for community issues and a dedication to providing accurate and timely information, Leah covers a wide range of topics including politics, transportation, social issues, and human interest stories.
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Leah Larocque's coverage predominantly focuses on local Ottawa news, particularly government and politics. Her articles often cover evolving stories and breaking news related to topics such as affordable housing, homelessness crisis, public transportation issues, and community support.
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Many shoppers in Ottawa say grocery prices continue to be a big hit to their wallet and are skeptical of claims that food price increases are easing.
17-year old Fatima Diallo will represent Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO) patients in the community as well as at Children’s Hospital Week in Florida in April.
By: Leah Larocque
It is day five of the search for a missing pregnant cat who went missing at the Ottawa Airport.
Barrhaven residents are relieved that the provincial government is promising to fund a new highway interchange at the 416 and Barnsdale Road.
By: Leah Larocque
As the city deals with more extreme weather events like tornadoes and flash flooding, a committee will debate this month on expanding a pilot project that gives financial incentives to retrofit homes to more neighborhoods.
By: Leah Larocque
Grade 5 students in Stittsville had class outdoors Tuesday, to see firsthand what traffic is like right outside their school.
By: Leah Larocque
The Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat says it is "committed to hybrid work."
The 11-day festival will be held at Commissioners Park, with events also happening in the ByWard Market. This is the 72nd edition of the festival.
By: Leah Larocque
Construction on Ottawa's new central library has passed the halfway point.
OC Transpo officials say there are still several hurdles to clear before service begins on the Trillium Line, as construction and testing continues on Ottawa's new north-south rail line.
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