Ottawa Local News Digests

🚑 Breaking & Incidents

Ottawa hit by 100 mm of rain in severe Canada Day storm. Residents face flooded basements, and thousands are without power after the storm prompted Environment Canada to issue a severe thunderstorm watch. The storm also led to the cancellation of Canada Day evening festivities at LeBreton Flats Park. ↗
Major search underway for missing boy at Hamilton conservation area. Seven-year-old Nathanael Selambi was last seen at the Binbrook Conservation Area on Wednesday and Hamilton police are seeking the public's assistance in locating him. ↗

Boater charged with impaired operation after drowning incident. A boat operator is facing charges after a man drowned in the Otonabee River near Peterborough, as emergency crews responded to the tragic incident on Tuesday evening. ↗

Mayor wins in lawsuit against her own municipality. The Ontario court has overturned a communication bylaw in the Township of Frontenac Islands, which restricted Mayor Judy Greenwood-Speers from speaking freely on behalf of the municipality. ↗
Metrolinx revises contracts amid Hazel McCallion LRT delays. The transit agency has split a contract for the Mississauga LRT project, originally slated for 2024 completion, to address ongoing disputes and delays now extending the completion to 2028. ↗
Gordie Howe bridge delay becomes political issue in the U.S. Democrats are using the delay in the bridge opening during their campaign, alleging a connection to presidential corruption. ↗

Heat wave spreads from Ontario to Maritime provinces. With temperatures feeling above mid-30s due to humidex, Environment Canada’s heat warnings now extend to New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island. ↗

Toronto Raptors extend head coach’s contract. Coach Darko Rajakovic, who led the team to a strong playoff presence this year, has secured a multi-year extension with the franchise. ↗