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A striking cloud formation was spotted on August 27 in the sky south towards Lansdowne. The rare-looking formation caught the eye of locals and sparked conversation online.

A partial lunar eclipse was visible from Ottawa early Friday morning, August 28. Local residents caught the moon's slow slip into Earth's shadow and shared photos online.

A good Samaritan found someone's ID on Metcalfe Street and is willing to get it back — just DM with the last name on it to claim it.

A volunteer feeding between 150 and 175 people every week on just $500 is asking for help finding an affordable commercial faucet (8" centers with sprayer) to move their kitchen operation. They've already scored a stove, ovens, and a three-bowl sink but need that one piece.

A 25-year-old is asking for someone patient and kind to teach him how to ride again — he hasn't done it in about 20 years. He's offering beer, joints, and good vibes if you've got a spare bike and time this fall.

Ottawa African Festival on for its 17th edition with live performances and African-Canadian artistry. Atletico Ottawa takes on Inter Toronto Friday at 7 PM at TD Place. Festival Salvadoreno celebrates Salvadoran culture with pupusas. Soapbox Derby this weekend — watch families' homemade racers go head to head. Redblacks take on BC Lions.

someone on reddit asked if folks have earthquake insurance on their policies. even though seismic activity here is minor, people are reconsidering after recent disasters around the world.

people in the subreddit are still dealing with destroyed basements from the early July flooding. estimates came through weeks ago but contractors have gone quiet — anyone actually had luck getting repairs done?

A teenager was struck by an e-scooter in the ByWard Market and is in stable condition, according to a post circulating on the local subreddit.

The building at 85 Albert Street is being eyed for conversion into a residential complex, sparking discussion on r/ottawa about what the redevelopment could mean for the downtown core and the city's housing landscape.

A family relocating from North Carolina is asking r/ottawa for advice on surviving their first real winter — including winter mobility tips for a 12-year-old with a prosthesis, school lunch ideas, and the indoor/outdoor shoe routine. Locals are weighing in with gear recommendations, accessibility strategies, and how the school system actually works here.

Several European cities are testing roadside noise radar cameras that work like photo radar but for sound — snapping licence plates when vehicles exceed decibel limits, usually from modified exhausts or street racing. Ottawans are asking whether we should get them too, especially given how often people complain about loud vehicles tearing down Carling, the Parkway, and the Market.

Mia's Indian Food at 917 Richmond has been hit hard by four years of LRT2 roadwork and closures. If you're nearby, stop in — their Tandoori Mixed Platter is killer.

Golden hour at William Commanda Bridge right now. City's looking good today.

OC Transpo's general manager said Moodie station will need a redesign to recover from recent storm damage. No timeline on repairs yet.

Broccoli $1.29 at Maxi, cabbage 65¢/lb at Farm Boy, chicken breast $4.99/lb at Super C, eggs $4.98/18-pack at Metro. Full weekly grocery review up on r/ottawa.

Grocery shopping at Metro? Check those apple stickers — most are from Washington State, not Canada. Not ideal if you're looking to buy local.

A River Ward councillor is making the case to rename Trump Avenue in Ottawa. Residents were divided on the idea before — turns out it's back on the table.

Councillor for River Ward's moving to change the name of a street currently named after Donald Trump. Can't wait to see how this one plays out.

Some Ottawa restaurants are catching heat for using AI to write their menus instead of putting in the actual work. People are not happy about it.