Tuesday · Jul 28, 2026
Viral Quebec Donut Shop Opens in Ottawa
Viral Quebec donut shop is now open in Ottawa. The spot's already drawing crowds from across the city.
O-Train East Extension Testing in Progress
O-Train East Extension testing is underway with empty trains running through the unopened line. Opening could be coming soon.
Seven-Building Development Planned for Baseline Road
Seven-building development proposed at 1200 Baseline Road in the Skyline area. Mixed-use project adding density to the neighbourhood.
Gatineau police investigating possible shooting in Hull this morning
Gatineau police responded to Dollard-des-Ormeaux Street in Hull on July 28 to investigate a possible shooting. Just across the bridge from Ottawa.
Mamma Mia! (Touring)
National Arts Centre / Centre national des Arts
Mamma Mia! - Ottawa
National Arts Centre
Hospice Care Ottawa closing Maison de l'Est beds by October 31
Hospice Care Ottawa announced it's closing its residence beds at Maison de l'Est in the east end by October 31, a loss for francophones needing end-of-life care in the region.
OC Transpo testing new plastic seats on bus 4715
OC Transpo is testing bright blue plastic seating with faux leather cushions on bus 4715 as part of a pilot project to replace fabric seats across the fleet.
July is shaping up to be Ottawa's rainiest month on record
This July will probably be Ottawa's rainiest month on record with more rain expected this week. Your sump pump might actually be earning its keep.
City quietly proposed expanding Ottawa's urban area by 27 square kilometres
City staff quietly uploaded a report to Engage Ottawa recommending expanding the urban boundary by over 27 square kilometres — nearly the size of all of Barrhaven. Very little...
Early morning thunder woke people across Ottawa on Tuesday
That boom at dawn Tuesday? Thunderstorms hit early with some solid lightning. Early-morning rain kicked things off before the heavier stuff rolls in.
Black ooze spotted at Parliament station smells like sulfur
Someone spotted a black ooze at Parliament station Tuesday morning that smelled like sulfur — likely raw sewage. Gross, but transit staff probably already aware.
Power outages reported in Skyline area Tuesday morning
Power went out in the Skyline neighbourhood during the early-morning storms. Hydro working on restoration.
Operation Restore wraps week-long Sandy Hill safety crackdown with arrests and recoveries
The coordinated police enforcement between July 13–19 resulted in 10 arrests, 35 grams of crack cocaine seized, and a $3,000 stolen e-bike recovered.
Arlo on Somerset becomes first Ottawa restaurant in exclusive 50 Best Discovery guide
The natural-wine-focused restaurant, which opened in 2020, was selected from 210 new additions to the global database curated by the prestigious 50 Best brand.
Snider Park's unreliable hours frustrating downtown users
Snider Park on Bank Street stays locked most days — no posted hours, just random evening events. People are frustrated it's not actually open to the public.
Time to check your sump pump before the next storm
If you've got sump pump issues or history of basement flooding, now's the time to get that checked. Thunderstorm watches out.
Four window falls in four months spark safety alarm among Ottawa parents
Since April, children have fallen from residential windows and balconies across the city. The most recent incident sent an 11th-floor girl to hospital in critical condition.
Power outage reported near Lincoln Fields without Hydro notice
Power went out near Lincoln Fields off Richmond Road with no Hydro outage listed. Thunderstorm rolled through right after. Worth checking if it's back on.
Kozhi opens in Chinatown as Somerset Street transforms into dining destination
An upscale fried chicken spot from a veteran chef joins nine other new restaurants reshaping Chinatown's culinary identity this year.
Shopify CEO Tobi Lütke faces backlash over voting eligibility comments
The Ottawa-based tech exec endorsed a system that would tie voting rights to income and strip pensioners of ballots, sparking widespread criticism online.
Sussex County Miners at Ottawa Titans
Ottawa Stadium
