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Bronson Avenue is getting torn up by massive potholes between the airport and downtown. High traffic, tire damage, nobody's fixed it yet. Residents are frustrated and wondering why the city hasn't prioritized this stretch.

Board game night is happening every Thursday at Level One Game Pub downtown. Newcomers and veterans welcome—6 p.m., upstairs back half, just ask for the Reddit group when you get there.

Everyone's debating tip culture at no-service restaurants. Food trucks, ice cream shops, bakeries—the pressure to hit that button is real, but most of us are saying no and feeling awkward about it. Sounds like you're not alone.

A fit 39-year-old Centretown resident is asking Reddit for dietitian recommendations—goes to the gym 4-5 days a week but can't shake those snack cravings and wants professional help with weight loss.

People on the Ottawa subreddit are trading notes on painting house siding—specifically going from light yellow to cream—and asking which contractors actually hold up over time.

People are stocking up on frozen Minute Maid juice like it's going out of style and apparently it might be—the city's running low and no one's quite sure why.

Someone's desperately hunting mint chocolate Girl Guide cookies in Ottawa and can pick up. If you've got stock, there's a buyer ready.

Five new job fairs popped up across Ottawa this week, and if you're considering trades, the YMCA Power of Trades info session is worth checking out. Light week for hiring events, so worth knowing what's available.

Someone's looking for authentic soba in Ottawa's east end—buckwheat noodles in hot broth, not the fried yakisoba or udon situation. The search is real, and locals are weighing in with recommendations.

Barrhaven residents are at their wit's end with super loud modified cars tearing down Strandherd in the evenings. People are filing bylaw complaints, but the noise is becoming a regular headache.

That trendy Preston spot Dreamland is nearly impossible to book online. People are saying they've been trying for months and can't get a reservation even weeks in advance. If you want a table, good luck.

No 400-series bus service to the Canadian Tire Centre for tomorrow's Charge playoff game. If you're heading to Game 3, plan for downtown transit or look into shuttles—the usual routes aren't running.

New Look's doing 3-for-1 glasses right now—solid deal for students—but word is service varies between locations. Trainyards spot has lower reviews, so maybe skip that one.

Ottawa Titans game tomorrow afternoon and it's gonna be a scorcher. Hit up the shaded sections if you're heading to the ballpark—local baseball in May heat is brutal without cover.

Someone found an injured baby bird under their car this morning and the Ottawa Valley Wild Bird Care Centre took care of it same day. Small moments, but the whole city has people ready to help.

Something spooky-looking was being filmed on Clemons Street near Bank today—house had caution tape, Halloween-ish vibe. Anyone know what show or movie it is?

The city's producing some genuinely unusual flora right now—one person posted a photo of a dandelion that's legitimately massive. May's doing weird things to the plants.

Someone just did a circuit across Champlain Bridge, over Alexandria Bridge and back on this beautiful May afternoon. Perfect weekend activity if you haven't got plans.

Bike dumped behind an apartment in Westboro and left on the street. If it's yours, DM the person who found it and they'll give you the address to pick it up.

Beautiful day at Parliament Hill for the long weekend. Perfect time to touch grass and snap some photos—everyone's out enjoying the weekend vibes.