QMJHL Roundup: Saturday, March 23, 2019
RIMOUSKI, Que. – D’Artagnan Joly scored 9:15 into the fourth overtime period as the Rimouski Oceanic beat the Chicoutimi Sagueneens 3-2 on Saturday, taking a two-game lead in their first-round Quebec Major Junior Hockey League playoff series. Continue reading
Call of the Wilde: Montreal Canadiens keep playoff hopes alive with 7-4 win over Buffalo Sabres
Montreal, once again, was in desperate need of a victory in their push for a playoff spot. Continue reading
Green New Deal sparks ongoing debate as Republicans label it economy killer
The climate change plan has broad support among Democratic activists, and all six of the 2020 presidential contenders serving in the Senate have signed on as co-sponsors, putting it at the forefront of the party’s sprawling primary race. Continue reading
2 men hospitalized, 4 arrested after early morning stabbing in Plateau-Mont-Royal
Four men between the ages of 19 and 24 were arrested at the scene and taken into police custody for questioning. Continue reading
QMJHL Roundup: Friday, March 22, 2019
Brett Budgell scored in double overtime as the Charlottetown Islanders edged the Cape Breton Screaming Eagles 3-2 on Friday to open up their Quebec Major Junior Hockey League playoff series. Continue reading
Thailand holds first election since military coup in 2014
Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha, the army chief who led the coup, is hoping to extend his hold on power after engineering a new political system that aims to stifle the influence of big political parties not aligned with the military. Continue reading
‘Ovation’ production hits the stage in honour of West Island charity
By Elysia Bryan-Baynes Anchor/Reporter
The Sonia Balazovjech Dance Company performs its eighth charity production, Ovation. Continue reading
‘Everybody adds a little bit of something’ to colourful Montreal food market
Salada Market is located at 5430 Côte-de-Liesse Road. Continue reading
‘It doesn’t matter’: End of Mueller probe met with underwhelmed public reaction
For all the expected splash of Robert Mueller’s report, it arrived with more of a thud, thanks to the secrecy surrounding it. Few saw reason to think it would sway many opinions in a divided republic. Continue reading
Montreal concert by former Haitian president Michel Martelly cancelled: promoter
Critics of Martelly, who performs as Sweet Micky, had called on authorities to block the show. Continue reading
Critics say CAQ budget doesn’t invest enough in creating skilled labour force
By Raquel Fletcher Quebec City Correspondent
Critics say the CAQ government missed opportunities to create a larger skilled workforce. Continue reading
Canada will give $3.5 million to aid African nations reeling from Cyclone Idai
Tropical Cyclone Idai has killed more than 700 people in Malawi, Mozambique and Zimbabwe so far. Continue reading
Circle of peace held at Montreal mosque in support of Muslim community
By Gloria Henriquez Reporter/Weather specialist
Montreal’s Muslim community was showered with love from different religious groups on Friday — just one week after a gunman opened fire on two New Zealand mosques, killing 50 people. Continue reading
Westmount’s Victoria Village in trouble as one store after another closes
Storefronts in Westmount’s Victoria Village keep closing, as one real estate giant buys up much of the area and hikes rents. Merchants say they can’t afford to operate in the area, and many are concerned for the future. Continue reading
FAA expects to review Boeing’s fix for 737 MAX aircraft next week
Boeing said it will pay to train airline pilots on its 737 MAX aircraft. Continue reading
115 reported killed in attack on Mali village
The victims “included pregnant women, young children and the elderly,” according to a local official. Continue reading
Norway cruise passengers rescued by helicopter after ship’s engine fails
The ship, which had about 1,300 passengers and crew on board, had sent out a mayday signal as it had been drifting towards land. Continue reading
Canada will give $3.5 million to aid African nations reeling from Cyclone Idai
Tropical Cyclone Idai has killed more than 700 people in Malawi, Mozambique and Zimbabwe so far. Continue reading
Why New Zealand’s Jacinda Ardern has the world’s attention
New Zealand’s prime minister is winning global acclaim for her handling of the deadly Christchurch mosque attack. Continue reading
How Robert Mueller managed to protect his Trump-Russia probe from leaks
Operating in secrecy in a nondescript glass-and-concrete office, Mueller’s team has unearthed secrets that have led to bombshell charges against several of President Donald Trump’s aides. Continue reading
QMJHL Roundup: Saturday, March 23, 2019
RIMOUSKI, Que. – D’Artagnan Joly scored 9:15 into the fourth overtime period as the Rimouski Oceanic beat the Chicoutimi Sagueneens 3-2 on Saturday, taking a two-game lead in their first-round Quebec Major Junior Hockey League playoff series. Continue reading
Call of the Wilde: Montreal Canadiens keep playoff hopes alive with 7-4 win over Buffalo Sabres
Montreal, once again, was in desperate need of a victory in their push for a playoff spot. Continue reading
Spring thaw, rain cause flooding in Saint-Lazare
City officials are working to get flooding in the Saddlebrook neighbourhood under control. Continue reading
Priest stabbed during mass at Montreal oratory leaves hospital, suspect charged
Vlad Christian Eremia was charged with attempted murder and assault with a deadly weapon in connection with the stabbing of Father Claude Grou. Continue reading
Creditor protection granted to Rothmans, Benson & Hedges in $15B Quebec lawsuit
Rothmans, Benson & Hedges has become the third tobacco company to receive a temporary reprieve from compensating 100,000 Quebec smokers after securing creditor protection in an Ontario court on Friday. Continue reading
Pedestrian critically injured after being hit by Montreal city bus
Police say the collision happened at around 9:30 p.m. as the bus, travelling east on Jean-Talon Street, attempted to make a left-hand turn onto 24 Avenue. Continue reading
2 men hospitalized, 4 arrested after early morning stabbing in Plateau-Mont-Royal
Four men between the ages of 19 and 24 were arrested at the scene and taken into police custody for questioning. Continue reading
QMJHL Roundup: Friday, March 22, 2019
Brett Budgell scored in double overtime as the Charlottetown Islanders edged the Cape Breton Screaming Eagles 3-2 on Friday to open up their Quebec Major Junior Hockey League playoff series. Continue reading
‘Ovation’ production hits the stage in honour of West Island charity
By Elysia Bryan-Baynes Anchor/Reporter
The Sonia Balazovjech Dance Company performs its eighth charity production, Ovation. Continue reading
‘Everybody adds a little bit of something’ to colourful Montreal food market
Salada Market is located at 5430 Côte-de-Liesse Road. Continue reading
Montreal concert by former Haitian president Michel Martelly cancelled: promoter
Critics of Martelly, who performs as Sweet Micky, had called on authorities to block the show. Continue reading
Critics say CAQ budget doesn’t invest enough in creating skilled labour force
By Raquel Fletcher Quebec City Correspondent
Critics say the CAQ government missed opportunities to create a larger skilled workforce. Continue reading
Circle of peace held at Montreal mosque in support of Muslim community
By Gloria Henriquez Reporter/Weather specialist
Montreal’s Muslim community was showered with love from different religious groups on Friday — just one week after a gunman opened fire on two New Zealand mosques, killing 50 people. Continue reading
Westmount’s Victoria Village in trouble as one store after another closes
Storefronts in Westmount’s Victoria Village keep closing, as one real estate giant buys up much of the area and hikes rents. Merchants say they can’t afford to operate in the area, and many are concerned for the future. Continue reading
Quebec taxi drivers threaten to strike on Monday
Drivers are also scheduled to meet in Montreal to discuss the situation on Sunday. Continue reading
600 buses taken off Quebec roads for ‘safety reasons’
By Rachel Lau Online Producer - Quebec
About 600 city buses across Quebec have been taken off the roads for what officials are calling “safety reasons.” Continue reading
Priest transported to hospital after stabbing at Saint Joseph’s Oratory
By Rachel Lau Online Producer - Quebec
A priest from Saint Joseph’s Oratory has been transported to hospital after suffering stab wounds. Continue reading
Call of the Wilde: Montreal Canadiens rack up 4-0 shutout over New York Islanders
After one of the best efforts of the entire season, the Montreal Canadiens are in a much better position to earn a playoff spot. Continue reading
Pointe-Claire approves re-designed condo plans for site of historic Pioneer bar
By Gloria Henriquez Reporter/Weather specialist
At a meeting Thursday night, the Pointe-Claire heritage preservation society, along with a newly-formed group called “Heart of Pointe-Claire,” presented an alternate plan. Continue reading
Are you ready for another round of snow, Montreal?
Sorry, Montreal. Despite what the calendar says, winter isn’t over yet. Continue reading
Quebec students march to education ministry over unpaid internships
In Quebec, some students have been on a week-long strike. Continue reading
Smashing start to spring: 79 record highs broken across Canada
By Tiffany Lizée Meteorologist
The first day of spring was a record-breaking one for 79 communities across Canada. Continue reading
Old Moe’s Diner sign finds home at Concordia University’s Loyola Campus
By Dan Spector Photojournalist
A piece of the old Moe’s Diner has a new home. Continue reading
Quebec finance minister aims to boost economy by spreading out spending in first budget
By Tim Sargeant Reporter
In his mandate, one of Éric Girard’s biggest challenges is spurring economic growth. Continue reading
Montreal religious leaders to form circle of peace at local mosque after Christchurch shooting
Organizers are encouraging Montrealers to show up at the mosque and to bring signs bearing messages of peace. Continue reading
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