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City of Montreal investing $12M in pedestrianization projects over …
WEB1 day ago · Strolling on car-free streets has become a signature of Montreal summers, and thanks to a new commitment from the city — it will remain a staple for the years to come. The City of Montreal announced on Friday that $12 million will be invested in pedestrianization projects over the next three years. Part of the investment — $10 million ...
IN PHOTOS: The 2024 Montreal Marathon | CityNews Montreal
WEB6 hours ago · Posted September 22, 2024 1:26 pm. The 32nd edition of the Montreal marathon took place this weekend, and on Sunday morning some participants tackled a 42.2-kilometre route. Last year, 20,000 participants were at the start line for one or more of the Beneva Montreal Marathon races. And some 25,000 were expected this time around.
Montreal Marathon saw thousands of runners cross its finish lines …
WEB5 hours ago · Kibet took the win for the full marathon, finishing in 2:15:09. On Saturday, participants tackled events of 10 kilometers and shorter. While Sunday saw runners taking on that full marathon — 42.2 kilometers — or the half marathon — 21.2 kilometers — both starting at Espace 67 on Île Ste-Hélène and finishing at Parc Maisonneuve. Many ...
Busy night for Montreal police as they investigate two separate …
WEB1 day ago · By News Staff. Posted September 21, 2024 4:45 pm. It was a busy night for the Montreal police force as two vehicles were set ablaze overnight — in different parts of the city. Arson in Saint-Laurent. A Montreal family was evacuated from their home in Saint-Laurent early Saturday morning, after a burning vehicle spread fire to their house.
Montreal unveils 2050 urban and mobility plan - CityNews Montreal
WEBLast Updated June 12, 2024 10:02 am. Mayor Valérie Plante unveiled her vision for the future of Montreal. Plante introduced a new urban and mobility plan on Tuesday — her plan to make the city greener and more inclusive. Montreal’s 2050 plan for urbanization and mobility consists of three main areas: the metropolis, neighbourhoods and people.
'Geyser' in Montreal after major water main break floods streets …
WEBAug 16, 2024 · A break in a major underground water main near Montreal’s Jacques-Cartier Bridge sent water gushing down streets and inside homes on Friday morning, forcing the evacuation of nearby buildings.
Major water main break being investigated by city of Montreal ...
WEBAug 29, 2024 · On August 16th, a water main break occurred near the Jacques Cartier bridge east of downtown Montreal flooding the surrounding streets, homes, and businesses, and forcing a preventative boil water advisory for about 150,000 people. The emergency inspection of this water main is over three days. However, regular …
Montrealers recover from weekend flooding, reconsider long-term …
WEBAug 12, 2024 · Some Montreal residents are still recovering from the impact of the heavy rainfall left by Tropical Storm Debby on Friday, but a return to normal is gradually taking place. Several municipalities across Quebec experienced record-breaking rainfall, with many areas receiving over 100 millimetres in just 24 hours. Many residents in Montreal’s Saint-Leonard borough are left […]
Montreal city hall reopens after $211M restoration, 5 years of work
WEBPosted June 7, 2024 9:26 am. Last Updated June 13, 2024 6:06 pm. Montreal city hall reopened to the public Saturday, after five years of a heritage restoration project — at a cost of $211 million. Long lines of visitors snaked around the revamped heritage building. The work was to bring the building up to code and current standards.