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In Today’s Edition
– Martha and Darren
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The number of reports received by the Ottawa Police Service of a new type of ‘distraction theft’.
Mostly targeting older adults, the thief approaches the target asking for directions. In gratitude, the thief places a necklace around the neck of the target, removing available jewellery in the process.
OTTAWAN OF THE DAY
The Atlético Ottawa forward has made it into the Canadian Premier League record book – after a rethink by officials.
The second point in last Saturday’s 3-1 win was originally credited to Vancouver FC’s Aidan O’Connor as an ‘own goal’ after an unsuccessful attempt to defend. However the league has now ruled that as it was a ‘a shot on target’, Salter should get the credit.
Salter is now credited with 15 goals.
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– Sens chief executive officer Cyril Leeder describing what the next steps are in paying for the team’s new arena in LeBreton Flats. Both of the new Calgary and Edmonton arenas were partially funded from city funds.
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🔎 A piece of the crashed small plane sought by Transport Canada has been held by the Ottawa Police Service for the past month. A west end couple recognized the piece of metal in their front yard as a small engine camshaft and, aware of the small plane crash near the Ottawa Airport two days before, turned it over to Ottawa Police. After Transport Canada made a request to the public to look for pieces of the airplane, the couple contacted the agency and told them they gave it to the Police, which previously said it had ‘no information’ for the Board. – David Fraser at CBC
💥 After 45 years, a body found in Algonquin Park has been identified. Eric ‘Ricky’ Singer of Cleveland was last seen at his parents house in Ohio, Oct. 4, 1973. His body was found in 1980, but police had no idea who it belonged to. Three years ago, they submitted his DNA for forensic geneology – where the lab finds the closest DNA match, no matter how remote, then uses traditional family tree methods to locate a candidate. Foul play is not suspected in Singer’s death. – Maan Alhmidi in the Canadian Press
🎾 The sawmill in Maniwaki will close ‘indefinitely’ due to US tariffs on softwood lumber. Eight employees will be laid off after October 10. – Josh Pringle at CTV
🎙️ The Sens radio play-by-play team will cover away games from downtown Ottawa. Rights holder Bell Media, which broadcasts the games on TSN 1200 AM, is not willing to pay for the costs of sending the broadcasters on the road so Dean Brown and Gord Wilson will be calling what they see on television. – Graeme Nichols in the Hockey News
🎧 The 613’s latest Municipal Panel podcast has dropped. Neil Saravanamuttoo, Joanne Chianello, and Jon Willing talk about the Integrity Commissioner’s report on councillor Stéphanie Plante’s social media postings and on the 2026 budget directions, specifically what it means for transit, potential pay increases for councillors, and who made the decision that all staff will return to office full time in January. – The 613
If the Sens came up with a really compelling plan, would you support the City investing in the new arena and district?
Previously in ottawan polls:
We asked, ‘Have you ever attended Ottawa ComicCon?’
4% Yes, it’s a lot of fun
18% No, but I am curious about it
77% No, it's not my thing
1% I would but I’m afraid people would mock my Archie comic collection
Commentary
▪️ “I would love to go but the tickets are too expensive.”
▪️ “I’ve attended Dragon*Con twice and Windy Con once but never any Comic Cons. The Con experience is pretty fun!”
▪️ “Actually I would use crowded and expensive as descriptors.”
▪️ “Went to the 1st or 2nd one so time to go again! Glad they are still going and it's more popular now.”
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✳️ Means change from previous edition
✳️ Almonte Fair opens with lots for kids of all ages to enjoy, such as today's Bubble Fun Wagon, Mojo Magic Show, Agricultural Hall displays and vendors, and of course the midway.
✳️ Renfrew Fair is in full swing, with farm animal shows, an Exhibit Hall, BMX shows from 5:00 pm, and Big Sugar on the Armouries stage at 10:00 pm. The fair continues until Sunday.
Spend the evening in Westboro Village: Grab an early dinner and then wander over to the Churchill Seniors Centre where Capital Pop-Up Cinema will screen Adventures in Babysitting.
The Mirror Mountain Film Festival brings independent, alternative and underground cinema to Arts Court’s ODD Box today through Sunday. Entry is PWYC.
Ottawa ComicCon takes over EY Centre with photo ops, an impressive list of celebs (Robert Englund and Vincent D’Onofrio for starters; see website for the full list) and an exhibition hall with art and collectibles to buy (some of which are made by local artisans. We love locally made things.)
The new exhibition of photographer Leslie Hossack opens at De Montigny Contemporary gallery.
Bucko, Compagnie ODD, and DJ Gloryhull provide the music at the rain or shine Sound & Movement by Debaser (Metcalfe Plaza, 151 Metcalfe St). Food and drinks will be available on site.
If you like your Top 40 hits classy with horns, be at Rainbow Bistro for Hunks and Punks Dance Party.
🆓 Enjoy beer and live music bingo at Calabogie Brewing’s Kanata taproom and you just might win some prizes. Reserve your spot by calling 613 608 2739.
CKCU presents: Friday Night Folk at Art House. Local folk performer Krystal Jessup and London (England) duo Bon Echo provide the music.
ByTowne Cinema: Splitsville, The Glassworker, Hard Boiled
Mayfair Theatre: Honey Don’t!, It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley, Ebony & Ivory
Gigs
80s Dance Party with The Start. House of TARG
The Groovebug. Irene’s Pub
The Fake Friends, Kingfisher, Chapter 33, Albion. Dominion Tavern
My Son the Hurricane. Overflow Brewing
Townes 10th Anniversary Show (all ages). LIVE on Elgin
✳️ 🆓 Black Out Loud, aka Ottawa’s Afro-Folkloric Festival 2025 will feature live performances, short films, art, dance, food, and more. 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Maison de la Francophone d'Ottawa (2720 Richmond Road).
✳️ Today at the Almonte Fair: Take the kids for pony rides in the Agricultural Education Tent, see the String Cats ukulele band on the Ag Hall Stage, feel the tension at the Chili CookOff, and watch Classic Canadian Wrestling at the Grandstand.
✳️ The Steer show, Demolition Derby, and Alan Jackson Experience on stage are just some of the reasons to be at the Renfrew Fair. The midway opens at 4:00 pm.
🆓 There's always something new to explore at 613Flea. Lansdowne Park, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
It’s a paint night, a boat ride, and a romantic evening all wrapped in one. Paint Nite: Fall Boat Ride takes you on a two hour cruise down the canal.
This week’s Cumberland Farmers’ Market will feature more than 50 vendors.
Stray Dog Brewing is turning eight, and there's going to be a party. Flora Hall and All My Friends Brewing will provide the guest beers.
BeechFest brings artisans, restaurants, entertainers, and the community together to celebrate Beechwood Avenue in Vanier from 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm
🧶 Road Trip: Fibrefest is back, and it's celebrating 30 years. Entry is just $5, and you'll find more than 80 fibre, yarn, and textile supply vendors, a Sheep to Shawl competition on Saturday, and workshops, all in the charming town of Almonte.
🆓 National Capital Artisans present Art in Strathcona Park in support of MICA (Mental Illness Caregivers Association).
🆓 Visit more than 20 curve-positive vendors selling vintage fashion in sizes XL and up at Vintage PLUS Pop-Up. Today and tomorrow at Next Door.
ByTowne Cinema: Peking Opera Blues, The Classworker, Splitsville, Hard Boiled
Mayfair Theatre: Familiar Touch, Honey Don’t! It's Never Over, Jeff Buckley
Gigs
✳️ The Gnarlys. Atomic Rooster
Laylit. Club SAW
Great Scott. Rainbow Bistro
Country Rocks. Stone Crop Acres
Isaac Baronikian, Kaiday, Hannah Green. Irene's Pub
Stay Out band’s Brain Rot tour. Avant-Garde Bar
Roxanne. Night Oat
Moose McGuire’s Hunt Club’s annual Car Show is back, with half price nachos and $5 Caesars all day. Plus, if you're brunch-inclined, $5 mimosas from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. All car makes and models are welcome. Registration starts at 1:00 pm.
Vintage PLUS Pop-up continues at Next Door, with second hand goodies in sizes XL and up.
Take a beginner Tango class this afternoon.
If you already have tango experience, the Sunday Práctica is your chance to practice and meet new partners.
Comedy and chainsaws do mix. Watch how Against the Grain Outdoors Chainsaw Carving does it at Almonte Fair.
Don’t miss the pony pull, the horse pull, and the Jerry Lee Band at the final day of the Renfrew Fair.
Source new art, crafts, or baking at Stittsville Market at the Barn.
Ottawa Rapid take on Roses de Montréal at TD Place Stadium.
🆓 Barrhaven Harvest Fest will bring more than 60 vendors to Nepean Woods Station.
🆓 Come meet the makers at The Heart of Orléans Market at 290 Centrum Blvd K1E 3W8
Ottawa ComicCon continues.
Don’t let the weekend end without a visit to Nepean Night Market in the Mr. Lube parking lot on Baseline Road.
ByTowne Cinema: Splitsville, The Glassworker, It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley, Peking Opera Blues
Mayfair Theatre: Honey Don’t! Familiar Touch, Orca
Gigs
Marble Ghosts, Linx, Trenchfoot. Avant-Garde Bar
Lowheaven, Banezean, This Hell With You, Look Upon the Heart. Dominion Tavern
Refreshing Crystal Hour. LIVE on Elgin
Al Wood & The Woodsmen. Atomic Rooster
The Sunday Night Revue. Irene’s Pub
Femininomenon. The Laff
Arrive at 6:30 pm for the class before you enjoy Damn Fine Improv: All Hail the Pumpkin Spice.
Do some relaxed drawing at the Autumn Art Hangout: Sketechtember at Wallace’s Art Supplies & Framing (305 Bank St).
Summer’s over but don’t be blue; Broadway Nights Ottawa is back, this time at Manor Lounge (292 Elgin St). This is the open-mic for the show tunes lovers, whether you take to the stage or singalong from your seat. $15 per person.
Art House kicks off the week at its regular Open Mic, with in-person sign up only.
ByTowne Cinema: The Glassworker, It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley, Splitsville
Mayfair Theatre: Familiar Touch, Honey Don’t! Ebony & Ivory
Gigs
Karaoke Mondays. Atomic Rooster
Mooosic Mondays with Jasen Colson. Heart and Crown ByWard Market
Enjoy the 80s rock vibe on Friday October 3 when Overflow Brewing welcomes Hamilton, Ontario legends The Forgotten Rebels with The Nils, Pop Culture Icons, and Forx.
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In the Ottawa Citizen, Alexa MacKie has the quite interesting story of how Ottawa Fire Services fights fires in the vast areas of the city that doesn’t have fire hydrants. The secret is ‘strategically placed’ water trucks that continually refresh fire truck supplies.
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