Tuesday · Aug 25, 2026
The Debaters changes taping dates and venue in Ottawa
The Debaters is taping Ottawa shows on new dates and at a different location — check r/ottawa for the exact updated details if you're thinking of getting tickets or showing up.
Website tracking Sutcliffe's NCC posts reveals heavy reliance on public lands
A new site called Live. Love. Mayor. catalogues the mayor's promotional photos, showing how often they feature National Capital Commission resources.
O-Train service disrupted at Lyon
O-Train westbound completely down at Lyon — thousands of passengers stuck on platforms for 30+ minutes. Eastbound still running but everyone's getting switched to different...
Riverside Drive lanes reopen to traffic Monday, August 31
After weeks of closure, Riverside Drive at Highway 417 returns to service. Plan for residual delays as traffic patterns normalize.
Bikeway hearing Thursday morning
The controversial Gladstone-Gilmour bikeway proposal goes to a city committee Thursday, August 27, for approval. Locals have been debating this one for months.
Housing starts down from last year
Ottawa had 886 housing units start in July 2026 versus 1,087 in July 2025. Year-to-date through July, 5,006 units have started this year compared to 5,716 last year.
Garage fire in Centretown brought under control in 30 minutes Tuesday
Firefighters responded to flames in an attached garage at a two-storey residential building on Lisgar Street early Tuesday morning. Three tenants and two dogs safely evacuated.
Ottawa police arrest three after targeted downtown patrol Friday
Officers patrolling George and Cumberland streets for violence and drug activity arrested a man with a knife, then two more with crack cocaine and methamphetamine within an hour.
Nutty Greek Bake Shop closing September 19th
Nutty Greek Bake Shop is closing its doors for good on September 19th. If you've got a regular order or a goodbye pastry on your list, time to get in before then.
Obstacle at Bayview and Scott Street — cyclists watch out
Cyclists, heads up: there's an obstacle at the Bayview and Scott Street intersection that a commuter nearly hit at speed this morning. It's been reported to 311, but keep your...
High-risk sex offender Aaron Gilpin spotted near Elgin Street Public School
Aaron Gilpin, a high-risk violent sexual offender recently flagged by Ottawa police on August 21, was spotted yesterday immediately beside Elgin Street Public School and across...
Electrical explosion forces closure of multiple Kanata businesses for months
A transformer malfunction in a Silver Seven Road strip mall caused $1 million in damage Saturday, leaving three shops dark and staff out of work.
Bystander lifts SUV off cyclist pinned at Carp intersection, firefighters extract in 20 minutes
A Good Samaritan used a jack to relieve pressure on a cyclist trapped under a vehicle at March and Carp roads Monday afternoon before emergency crews arrived.
Ottawa real estate market tracking this week
Ottawa real estate is moving this week with price shifts across neighbourhoods. Check the market breakdown if you're watching the city's housing side.
Explosion and fire on Percy Street near Lisgar
There's been an explosion and fire on Percy Street near Lisgar. Emergency crews are on scene.
Ritual on Main in Stittsville changes hands but keeps its community focus
New owner Abbie Sizer McIntosh is introducing gluten-free and plant-based menu options while partnering with local roaster Ministry of Coffee.
Ottawa municipal election set for October 26 with early voting starting October 1
Nominations closed August 21 with 181 candidates certified for the mayoral, council and school board races. Advance voting opens next week.
