Monday · Sep 14, 2026
Chick-fil-A application at College Square withdrawn
A Chick-fil-A drive-through was proposed for College Square in the west end. The application was withdrawn this week — the Beer Store is staying put.
New apartment building proposal gets detailed scrutiny
Someone spotted a proposal for a new apartment building in Ottawa and left detailed written feedback. By the volume, they're either very thorough or very unhappy about it.
Pedestrian dead, another critical after two separate collisions in Gatineau
One pedestrian died and another remains in critical condition following separate weekend collisions in Gatineau on Sept. 14 and Sept. 15.
OC Transpo ticket designs through the years
OC Transpo ticket prices have evolved over decades. Someone on Reddit unearthed old transit passes with retro designs — including a wiggly-edged one that's becoming a favourite.
Cyclist in critical condition after Sussex and Bruyère collision Monday
An adult male cyclist was struck by a vehicle Monday morning at 8:45 a.m. and taken to hospital with critical but non-life-threatening injuries.
Death By Stereo
The 27 Club
Pool halls across Ottawa get a visitor's review
A visitor checked out multiple pool halls around Ottawa and rated them. Orange Monkey's dark but has great waitresses and food — just order and eat before you play. Dooly's is...
2026 IWBF Wheelchair Basketball World Championships Men's Last 16
Carleton University Raven's Nest
Mature trees being cut down on Othello Avenue
Large mature trees are coming down on Othello Ave in Ottawa and people are asking why. The source doesn't say who's doing it or what the removal is for.
2026 IWBF Wheelchair Basketball World Championships Men's Last 16
Carleton University Raven's Nest
911 hold time left caller waiting 40 minutes
Someone called 911 while being followed by an intoxicated man and was put on hold for over 10 minutes without speaking to anyone. 911 called back 40 minutes later. A Good...
2026 IWBF Wheelchair Basketball World Championships Men's Last 16
Carleton University Raven's Nest
10% of feds can't work in office 4 days a week
About 1 in 10 federal public servants can't be accommodated for in-office work four days a week under the government's return-to-office mandate. Housing crunch continues to...
Two Indigenous cannabis shop owners fight Ottawa police closures in court
Bryan Brant and Robert Fisher, both members of Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte, are pursuing legal action after police contacted landlords and forced evictions in 2025.
2026 IWBF Wheelchair Basketball World Championships Men's Last 16
Carleton University Raven's Nest
2026 IWBF Wheelchair Basketball World Championships Day 6 Pass
The Arena at TD Place
2026 IWBF Wheelchair Basketball World Championships Women's USA vs JPN
Carleton University Raven's Nest
Gold ring scam attempt at South Keys Food Basics parking lot
Guy in a white Audi pulled up to someone at South Keys Food Basics (the old Metro) claiming low gas, then tried handing over a comically large gold ring. When refused, offered...
Panhandlers at 417 off ramps, concerns over wheelchair user safety
Someone spotted a person in a motorized wheelchair moving up and down a 417 off ramp against oncoming traffic multiple times last week. Residents worried about both their...
Bus dispatch ordered skip of Blackburn Hamlet Monday
A bus driver told passengers heading home Monday that dispatch ordered skipping Blackburn Hamlet completely and taking the bypass instead. No details on why yet.
Ottawa police detective demoted for accessing infant death files without authorization
Helen Grus found guilty of discreditable conduct after accessing nine confidential cases. Grieving mother harassed by supporters after her identity became public.
