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Heavy smoke in Nepean on Saturday had residents wondering if a fire was nearby. Reported fires have been noted in Orléans, but air quality in the area is worth monitoring.

Someone left a free Popeyes meal at 690 Bank St — if you're hungry and in the area, it's up for grabs.

Tenants dealing with flood damage have options. The landlord's job is making the house safe; the tenant pays for temporary accommodation and damaged belongings — that may be covered by renters insurance. Check out MPP Chandra Pasma's tenant flood guide for details.

The Canada Day storm hit like a 1-in-200-year weather event, with some parts of the city getting 167 mm of rain. Highest amounts were in Britannia, Colonnade, and west-central areas.

O-Train stalled in a tunnel Friday night during Bluesfest. People stuck waiting for service to resume — not the vibe when you're trying to get to a show.

MapleCures opened on Brian Coburn Blvd near the Sobeys on 10th Line and is accepting new patients. First family doctor in two years for some people in the area.

Petite person sending it in the front-row mosh at Bluesfest Friday night — the crowd was nothing but supportive and safe. That's the energy.

The number 6 bus heading south is packed so tight the driver didn't even open the front door yesterday — just the back to let someone off. Next bus wasn't for 20 minutes. OC Transpo's capacity is getting brutal.

Ottawa just dropped an official 200th birthday song. It's a thing now. Worth a listen if you want to hear the capital celebrate itself.

City of Ottawa increased the daily maximum rate at ByWard Market parking garage. Check your wallet if you're parking downtown.

Air quality is pretty bad right now across the city — multiple Quebec wildfires north of us are pushing smoke our way. Keep windows closed if you're sensitive.

Library children's sections took the hardest hit from flooding — damaged collections and water damage across multiple branches. Staff working on cleanup and restoration.

O-Train westbound platform between Lyon and Tunney's is down, so good timing with Bluesfest drawing crowds downtown. Transit reliability continues to be the city's favourite topic.

Bluesfest kicked off Thursday night at LeBreton Flats with country star Cody Johnson, and surprise fireworks lit up downtown — apparently the unused Canada Day pyrotechnics finally got their moment. Pet owners near the flats were definitely not expecting the late-night bangs.

Rail Fans Canada looking for people with a view of the O-Train to host a live YouTube camera. Helps the community-powered O-Train Tracker document fleet availability.

If you use OC Transpo's Presto e-purse, you won't pay more than a day pass in one day or a month's pass in a month. Hit the limit and taps are free.

the City is opening community information hubs today from noon to 7 p.m. for residents dealing with July 1 flood damage. five locations across Ottawa — check Beaverbrook, Ron Kolbus Centre, Centennial, Nepean Sportsplex, and Emerald Plaza for info on cleanup resources and programs.

someone ordered a Chipotle bowl to the wrong location. if you're named Ellen and nearby, there's a free chicken bowl with dairy waiting at Rideau Centre from the 1:40 p.m. order.

A tent fire at a downtown Ottawa dog park sparked an explosion. Butane canisters were involved in the incident.

All British Car Day is at Clarke Fields Park Saturday. Ghana Fest is at Brewer Park Saturday with culture, music, and food. Orleans Unplugged has live local music Friday at 6pm at Orleans Town Courtyard. Night Waves at Calypso water park has live music and rides Friday night ending with a drone show. Disney's Pirate of the Caribbean plays at the NAC Friday night.