The municipal campaign season is officially underway, as Kitchissippi councillor Jeff Leiper submits a mayoral leadership bid right off the opening bell. Mayor Mark Sutcliffe didn't take that big of a leap on Day 1, but is expected to fight to keep his job this October. Meantime, a plan to boost local police presence kicks off in the ByWard Market today. Plus, the 'Mole Mobile' proves to be a popular attraction, to the point where it had to turn people away. Patricia Boal and Company dissect the day in news and deliver the latest weekend weather forecast.

<p>The municipal campaign season is officially underway, as Kitchissippi councillor Jeff Leiper submits a mayoral leadership bid right off the opening bell. Mayor Mark Sutcliffe didn't take that big of a leap on Day 1, but is expected to fight to keep his job this October. Meantime, a plan to boost local police presence kicks off in the ByWard Market today. Plus, the 'Mole Mobile' proves to be a popular attraction, to the point where it had to turn people away. Patricia Boal and Company dissect the day in news and deliver the latest weekend weather forecast.</p>