Thursday · Jul 23, 2026
Preston Street closing nights next week for work
Preston Street between St. Anthony and George Street West will be closed from 9:30 p.m. to 4:30 a.m., July 27 to 29. Plan another route if you're heading through that area late.
Looking for French conversation practice without the classroom?
Struggling to get comfortable speaking French? There's a free French-English language exchange every Friday at noon downtown — no signup needed, just show up.
Borderline Outdoor store just opened on Merivale, reviews look suspicious
New outdoor gear shop opened on Merivale — but the Google reviews seem suspiciously perfect, so maybe check it out in person first.
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Where to stock up on local Ottawa beer without hitting the LCBO
Trying to find a good local beer selection for visitors? Some specialty spots in the city carry craft picks from Ottawa breweries — easier than driving all over.
Camp Fortune disc golf course status check needed
Conflicting info online about whether Camp Fortune's disc golf course is actually open right now — probably worth calling before heading out.
Bob MacQuarrie Recreation Complex in Orléans gets $6.3M federal funding boost
Funding will build full-sized gym, improve changerooms and customer service areas in growing east-end neighbourhood.
Seven Ottawa-area councillors running unopposed as August 21 nomination deadline approaches
Rideau-Vanier's Stéphanie Plante will file papers Friday; six incumbents face no challengers so far.
Someone's looking to reconnect with a sunset photography subject
A redditor captured an awesome sunset photo of a stranger yesterday and is trying to track them down to share it. If you were that person, check the thread.
Why police are cracking down on car meets in Ottawa parking lots
A divide between genuine car enthusiasts and those using meets for street racing has prompted Ottawa police to regularly monitor gatherings and work with organizers on safety.
O-Train signage is up at Trim Road but the station isn't open yet
All the signs are there at Trim Road, but you can't actually ride the O-Train there yet — station's still under construction. Don't let the signage fool you.
Rain gardens could cut Ottawa flooding by up to 50 percent, Carleton study shows
Researchers modelled how nature-based solutions like rain gardens could significantly reduce flooding impacts in Ottawa neighbourhoods affected by storms like the July 1 deluge.
Rideau River water quality held up after the July 21 storm
Carleton University researchers tested the Rideau River at four locations after the July 21 storm (which brought 18 mm of rain) and found E. coli levels met Ontario's...
Spicy Man serves authentic Chinese with heat levels for every palate on Merivale
Owner Amanda Shi's Sichuan and Northeastern Chinese restaurant has been drawing crowds with its tiered spice levels and offal dishes that signal genuine authenticity.
Speeding blitz nets 63 charges as OPP clocks drivers at nearly double limits
Police laid 11 stunt-driving charges and 35 speeding charges during two late-night enforcement operations on Ottawa roads, with some vehicles recorded at 186 km/h in 100 km/h zones.
Ring road could help solve Ottawa's gridlock—mayoral candidates are split on it
Mayoral candidates are divided on whether a ring road could ease Ottawa's traffic gridlock. The debate's heating up as the election approaches.
Garbage bin fell from forklift at Ottawa construction site, hit 2 people
A garbage bin that fell from a forklift at an Ottawa construction site struck two people. Details are still emerging on the incident.
Swiss man who assaulted protester in Ottawa gets absolute discharge
A Swiss national who assaulted a protester in Ottawa has received an absolute discharge, meaning no conviction will be recorded.
University of Ottawa loses on-campus daycare after 26-year run
The Bernadette Child Care Centre closed in April when the Brooks Complex was slated for demolition, leaving 49 families scrambling for childcare.
