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New independent hardware store Domicile Supply Co is opening on Elgin Street. The shop is focusing on quality supplies and local expertise — exact opening date not yet announced but construction is underway.
Ottawa Astronomy Society is hosting a free public star party Friday, Aug. 14 from 9 to 11 p.m. at the Ottawa Public Library Carp Branch parking lot. The moon's barely a sliver so you'll get dark skies, and the Perseid meteor shower is still trailing off its peak. Bring a lawn chair or blanket, dress in layers — it gets cold fast once the sun sets. No registration needed, just show up.
traffic getting worse with return to office? you can report close calls and near-misses to vision zero ottawa — helps them track where collisions are actually happening.
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speed limits are going up to 110 km/h on highways around ottawa — check when it takes effect where you drive most.
someone's looking for a geeky, respectful tattoo artist in ottawa to get their first piece — a tribute to family members they've lost. hit them up if you know someone who fits that vibe.
OC Transpo is wrapping up final readiness work for trial running on the O-Train East Extension. The system's been under construction for years—this marks the next phase before passenger service begins.
Service companies across Ottawa are struggling—one owner says requests for their work have dropped to 1/5 of last year's volume, even after doubling their Google Ad budget. The slide started in November when federal government layoffs were announced, then got worse in March. They're trying local signage and partnerships now instead of digital advertising.
Someone just asked r/ottawa what the pink recycling bins are for. Turns out lots of people aren't familiar with this colour category in the city's system either. If you've been wondering the same thing, you're not alone.
Gatineau is introducing new measures to stop Ontario residents from bringing empty bottles and cans into Quebec for the deposit refund. Cross-border container runs are officially getting complicated.
Stephen Blais is promoting MPP events with AI-generated artwork despite having an annual budget for staff and events. His position: he'd only hire human creators if they worked for free.
Someone's been cycling the Orléans stretch of the river pathway and going back the next night — the green space and summer vibes are that good. Locals asking what their favourite paths are.
Single renters on decent incomes are hitting a wall — a one-bedroom apartment starts at $1,500 before utilities, which eats half your paycheck if you're making $60k. People with good credit are still locked out of living alone.
OC Transpo is cutting service on Line 1 east of Tremblay stations after 8 p.m. tonight for repairs to the overhead catenary system. Earlier today there were already problems on that section.
A driver plowed into the Scotiabank branch in Riverside South, leaving a giant mess. Everyone seemed okay but shocked. No other details yet.
Two kayakers had to be rescued from the Ottawa River on Wednesday afternoon after they got into trouble about a kilometre offshore. Fire crews got the call around 2:30 p.m. — neither was wearing a personal flotation device.
That brutal storm Wednesday night hit hard across Ottawa. Central Park pond got hammered — lots of damage reports coming in from residents.
O-Train Line 1 stuck a train at Cyrville this morning after overhead wiring damage. R1 buses filling in until Friday. The commute nightmare continues.
People across Nepean saw wild green-blue flashes during Wednesday's storm — possibly transformer explosions. If you got video, meteorology folks want it for their severe weather research.
The Perseids were visible through Wednesday and peaked overnight Wednesday into Thursday. Did you get out to see them or spot any photos from around the city?
