Traffic dispute threatens to dampen holiday spirit on Taffy Lane
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A visit to Ottawa's Taffy Lane in Orléans is a staple this time of year, but a dispute amongst neighbours over traffic congestion is threatening to dim the magic of the holidays for one neighbour.
A visit to Ottawa's Taffy Lane in Orléans is a staple this time of year, but a dispute amongst neighbours over traffic congestion is threatening to dim the magic of the holidays.
"I'll politely refer to them as grinches," said Tony Sullivan. "They're complaining about the traffic and traffic issues."
Sullivan lives on Sugar Creek Way off Taffy Lane, which is famously known for spreading holiday cheer with its elaborately decorated homes.
Each year, the brightly lit street attracts thousands, and Sullivan says people will often stop at the end of his driveway to donate and collect chocolate and other goodies in return.
But the exchange is prompting complaints to police.
"They implied they are going to start ticketing us if we are on the street and we are obstructing traffic," Sullivan said.
Police say they've received two calls about the traffic, but neither resulted in a ticket. Police would not comment about future enforcement.
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