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Someone's looking for a repair shop that can resolder a chip on an old sound card with some corrosion — maybe just a reflow, maybe a full IC package replacement. If you know anyone who does cell phone-level fine repairs, drop a suggestion.

Ottawa and Gatineau mayors are pledging to work together on economic stuff amid U.S. tariff threats. Cross-river co-operation as a response to trade war pressure.

The Debaters is taping Ottawa shows on new dates and at a different location — check r/ottawa for the exact updated details if you're thinking of getting tickets or showing up.

O-Train westbound completely down at Lyon — thousands of passengers stuck on platforms for 30+ minutes. Eastbound still running but everyone's getting switched to different trains. No replacement shuttle service offered yet.

The controversial Gladstone-Gilmour bikeway proposal goes to a city committee Thursday, August 27, for approval. Locals have been debating this one for months.

Ottawa had 886 housing units start in July 2026 versus 1,087 in July 2025. Year-to-date through July, 5,006 units have started this year compared to 5,716 last year.

Nutty Greek Bake Shop is closing its doors for good on September 19th. If you've got a regular order or a goodbye pastry on your list, time to get in before then.

Cyclists, heads up: there's an obstacle at the Bayview and Scott Street intersection that a commuter nearly hit at speed this morning. It's been reported to 311, but keep your eyes sharp if you're riding through there.

Aaron Gilpin, a high-risk violent sexual offender recently flagged by Ottawa police on August 21, was spotted yesterday immediately beside Elgin Street Public School and across from Minto Park in Centretown. Police say his criminal history includes sexual offences involving a child, plus assaults, weapons offences, and other violent crimes. He poses a significant risk to public safety.

Ottawa real estate is moving this week with price shifts across neighbourhoods. Check the market breakdown if you're watching the city's housing side.

There's been an explosion and fire on Percy Street near Lisgar. Emergency crews are on scene.

Someone posted they've never lived in a city where you could see rainbows almost every day. Not complaining about the weather.

Tuesday Club is happening August 25 at 6 p.m. at T's Pub in Somerset Village to celebrate Capital Pride. Come through.

A photo of dramatic clouds rolling over Chinatown Sunday got people talking — one of those moody Ottawa sky moments everyone's phone camera caught.

Drag & Balls is happening Saturday at Riverain Park — 80s-themed drag players taking on softball, DJ DIS MOI OUI spinning, beer garden, BBQ, and a silent auction. Games kick off around 1 p.m., runs until 5 p.m. All proceeds go to Bruce House, supporting people living with HIV in Ottawa.

OC Transpo is running deep in the red with ridership still down a third from before COVID. The transit system's money problems are showing no signs of easing.

Candidates are running for all OCDSB trustee zones even with the province overseeing the board. Trustee election is happening alongside everything else this fall.

Ottawa Network for Education is launching 15 fresh breakfast programs this fall, feeding 1,300 more students. Programs roll out when school opens in September.

Someone ordered a Canadian flag to fly over Parliament Hill 13 years ago, got it last week, and there's now a 100-year backlog behind them. Their flag's new home: a farm in Almonte.

Reddit users spotted what looks like Party City manipulating weather conditions for their own branding purposes. Wild move if true.