Canada grapples with shortage of Christmas trees and high prices
The Great Recession put thousands of American Christmas tree farmers out of business, resulting in far fewer seedlings being planted. Continue reading
Ile Perrot
Quebec provincial police seek public’s help after violent home invasion in Île-Perrot
Police say a pair of suspects broke into a home on Aug. 4 on 8th Avenue and physically assaulted two residents. Continue reading
Galipeault Bridge reopens to traffic
The Galipeault Bridge has reopened. Continue reading
Off-island commuters finding creative solutions to Galipeault Bridge closure
By Dan Spector Photojournalist
Long delays are prompting commuters in Île-Perrot to come up with elaborate schemes to stay out of traffic. Continue reading
Severe flooding forces road, school closures in Quebec
The Galipeault Bridge, which links Île-Perrot to Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, remains closed due to high water levels until further notice. Continue reading
Floods and road closures expected to amount to traffic chaos for Montreal commuters
By Anne Leclair Reporter
Transport Quebec and Quebec’s public security minister are encouraging commuters to look out for road closures and find alternate routes in areas hit hard by flooding. Continue reading
Quebec flooding: Galipeault Bridge closed, Vaudreuil-Dorion declares state of emergency
The Galipeault Bridge on Highway 20, which connects Île-Perrot to Montreal’s West Island, is closed until further notice. Continue reading
Île-Perrot warns that constant flooding could spell evacuations later
As water levels rise, the borough of Île-Perrot is warning residents to stay vigilant and be prepared to evacuate. Continue reading
Terrasse-Vaudreuil warning residents to stay vigilant with rain in forecast
Water levels are high in Terrasse-Vaudreuil, but preparations have been made ahead of time in advance of flooding. Continue reading
Île-Perrot hit-and-run suspect works for town’s fire department
An Île-Perrot fire department employee is facing charges in a hit-and-run incident that was caught on camera. Continue reading