The federal government is extending the gas tax holiday into next year. However, a gas hike of 18 cents is on the horizon first. CTV's Dylan Dyson starts us off tonight. Meantime, the soaring diesel prices are having a big impact on Ottawa's farmers, and it's not the positive kind. Plus, businesses on Bank Street say an uptick in crime and homelessness is making it harder to operate. Patricia Boal is back on the newsdesk, while Jackie Perez monitors the stormy skies.

<p>The federal government is extending the gas tax holiday into next year. However, a gas hike of 18 cents is on the horizon first. CTV's Dylan Dyson starts us off tonight. Meantime, the soaring diesel prices are having a big impact on Ottawa's farmers, and it's not the positive kind. Plus, businesses on Bank Street say an uptick in crime and homelessness is making it harder to operate. Patricia Boal is back on the newsdesk, while Jackie Perez monitors the stormy skies.</p>

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