People have called him a hermit, a recluse, a man of the land. But Peder Mortensen is more of a wizard and self-proclaimed "philanthropist of life."

From meeting symphony orchestra maestro Kent Nagano to Brittany Kennell finding her voice, here are some community stories that made waves across Montreal this year.

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A Vaudreuil-Dorion man is getting ready for winter in his homemade house after city officials reversed a decision to evict him amid public outcry.

From the death of a well-known member of the Italian mafia, to calèches being allowed back on the streets of the Old Port, here are the top five stories Global News covered in Montreal this week.

In the wake of backlash from its residents, the City of Vaudreuil-Dorion seems to be backing off plans to demolish a hand-built home in which an elderly man lives.

Friends, neighbours, and community members are increasing pressure on the City of Vaudreuil-Dorion to allow an 81-year-old man facing eviction to stay put, saying it's a a matter of heart over law.

From a Lachine native making the WNBA to a dangerous hit that left a hockey player paralyzed, these are the top five stories Global News covered in Montreal this week.

Residents are rallying after the City of Vaudreuil-Dorion sought an injunction to demolish an 81-year-old's self-built home, citing fire hazards.