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Amber Alert update: Bodies of two young girls found in search area, manhunt underway

The Amber Alert issued Thursday was lifted after the Surete du Quebec (SQ) confirmed that a search and rescue team found the bodies of two young girls on Saturday in a wooded area of Saint-Apollinaire. 2

Rolling convoys in Kahanwake and Kanesatake commemorated the 30th anniversary of the Oka Crisis.

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Rolling convoys held in Kahnawake and Kanesatake on Oka Crisis 30th anniversary

Rolling convoys are marking the 30th anniversary of the Oka crisis today in Mohawk communities near Montreal. 1

A client registry is seen at the entrance of a bar in Montreal, on Thursday, July 9, 2020. The Quebec government announced new rules for bars as of Friday, following a flare-up of COVID-19 infections on Montreal's South Shore. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Paul Chiasson

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Bars not required to report COVID-19 infections or to close for cleaning: Quebec health authorities

After two Montreal-area bar owners voluntarily told customers about recent COVID-19 infections, but health authorities say they're not required to, since contract tracers should be on top of the situation. 2

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Quebec reports 91 new COVID-19 cases, eight new deaths

Quebec public health authorities reported Saturday that 56,407 people have now tested positive for COVID-19, and 5,620 have died. 1

UPDATED: Two toddlers drowned in backyard pools in Quebec Friday night

Within the space of a few hours, two toddlers drowned in residential pools Friday evening in Quebec. 1

Toronto Cat Rescue says 150 cats have been found in a home in the city. (Toronto Cat Rescue handout)

More than 150 cats found living in one Toronto home

Toronto Cat Rescue says more than 150 cats have been found inside a residence in the city.

Quebec woman share stories of sexual assault

Quebec arts scene shaken by wave of anonymous sex misconduct allegations

Quebec's arts scene is being rocked by a wave of sexual assault and harassment allegations against well-known figures in the province's entertainment industry. 1

A Lotto Max ticket is shown in Toronto on Monday Feb. 26, 2018. (THE CANADIAN PRESS)

No winning ticket for Friday night's $35 million Lotto Max jackpot

No winning ticket was sold for the $35 million jackpot in Friday night's Lotto Max draw.

Thirty years after the start of the Oka Crisis, what lessons have we learned?

Some 30 years on, what have we learned from the Oka Crisis?

Thirty years on, a reflection on how the Oka Crisis could have been handled differently. 2

TRAFFIC

Weekend traffic: Major closings on highways around the Turcot (surprise, surprise)

With the temperatures and humidity high, those not wanting to be stuck on the Highway on the weekend might want to avoid Highway 15 between the Turcot Interchange and Nuns' Island, and also stay away from Highway 20.

If you need to take off your mask at the beach, only do so when you're at least six feet away from others. (APU GOMES/AFP via Getty Images)

Stuck in quarantine without AC during a heat wave? Here's what Montrealers should do

With many Quebecers at home in quarantine this week, both staying in and leaving the house can pose health risks. 'You can get out of that hot apartment' if needed, health authorities say, but take precautions. 1

Masks are mandatory on Montreal public transit as of Monday, but details still aren't clear

Masks become mandatory on the STM and other Quebec public transit on Monday, but many of the wrinkles still need to be ironed out. 1

Pepper-sprayed after running a yellow light, Montrealer says racial profiling must end

A Cameroon-born Montreal man who was treated roughly and pepper-sprayed after a traffic stop last month in Outremont is opening up about the incident. 3

Couples arguing over their kids' safety is normal, says therapist, especially during COVID-19

Montreal couples' therapist Vikki Stark explains that it's normal for parents to argue over how to keep their kids safe and offers tips for how to deal with endless safety questions during COVID-19. 1

A near-empty bar is seen in Montreal, on Thursday, July 9, 2020. The Quebec government announced new rules for bars as of Friday, following a flare-up of COVID-19 infections on Montreal's South Shore. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Paul Chiasson

Quebec reports massive increase in COVID-19 testing and 100 new cases as outbreaks hit Montreal's South Shore

Quebec public health authorities announced Friday that 56,316 people have now tested positive for COVID-19 and 5,612 people have now died since the start of the pandemic. 1

A man rides his bicycle past Scotiabank Arena in Toronto on Thursdsay July 2, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Frank Gunn

NHL/NHLPA announce Toronto, Edmonton as hubs, and CBA extension

The NHL remains on course to resume its pandemic-delayed season north of the 49th parallel later this summer, and now has the labour peace needed to ride out the unprecedented economic storm brought on by COVID-19. 10

Masks mandatory in two southern Quebec towns

Quebec town imposes masks after COVID-19 outbreak south of Montreal hits 80 cases

A COVID-19 outbreak linked to two house parties south of Montreal has grown to about 80 cases, Quebec's public health director announced Friday. 1

Drive-in movies, but also comedy and music: Royalmount has revamped for COVID-19

Royalmount drive-in at Decarie Circle has gone big this year, even bringing in a DJ to spin a few sets so people can dance—while distanced. 1

The heat wave in Quebec has claimed 18 lives as of Thursday morning.

Quebec mother charged after leaving two children in the car for an hour during heat wave

Quebec provincial police (SQ) arrested a woman Thursday afternoon after she allegedly left her two children in the car with the engine off during a record-breaking heat wave. 1

A message on La Voute's Facebook page said the bar is closed until further notice. (Facebook)

Nightclub in Old Montreal says patron has tested positive for COVID-19, urges clients, staff to get tested

A nightclub in Old Montreal says a recent patron has tested positive for COVID-19 and is urging others who may have been at the club at the same time to get tested.

Simple Plan's David Desrosiers announces departure from band following claims of harassment

An anonymous statement posted on Instagram claims David Desrosiers acted inappropriately with a woman and threatened her not to go public with her story.

Seniors will have to find new homes after residence in NDG announces it's closing

About 30 people living at a seniors' residence in Notre-Dame-de-Grace will have to find new homes. The Montclair Residence on Montclair Ave. is closing its doors. 1

A police officer looks on as a woman holds a 'Defund the Police' sign during a gathering in Mount Royal Park calling for justice for the death of George Floyd and all victims of police brutality in Montreal, Sunday, June 14, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Graham Hughes

IN-DEPTH

Defund the police? This is how much Canadian cities spend

Amid calls to defund the police in protests sparked by the May killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis, an analysis of 18 of Canada's largest cities, regions and provincial capitals found more than half allocate at least 15 per cent of their operating budget to police, with cities in Western Canada budgeting 20 per cent or more. 41

Health workers challenge Arruda's N95 mask order in court

Quebec director of public health Horacio Arruda’s order concerning the wearing of respiratory protection equipment, including N95 masks, is being challenged in the Superior Court with health workers wanting it declared invalid.

Union Leader Sylvie Nelson, president of the SQEES-FTQ, representing workers in senior homes, speaks at a news conference, Friday, July 10, 2020 in Quebec City. Seven Chartwell senior homes are on strike. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jacques Boissinot

Pickets go up in front of seven Chartwell seniors residences demanding better pay

Pickets were set up early Friday in front of seven seniors' residences belonging to the Chartwell group in Quebec and Saguenay.

Soups packaged by Les Jardins Carya have been recalled due to improper labelling.

Food recall: These soups sold in Montreal should not be eaten if not kept refrigerated

Food safety officials are warning people not to consume soups packaged in Mason jars and sold by Les Jardins Carya Inc. if they were not refrigerated.

A lone client sits in a restaurant during lunch hour in Montreal, on Thursday, July 9, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Paul Chiasson

Montreal records 32 new COVID-19 cases, no new deaths

Montreal's public health authorities reported Friday that 27,529 people have now tested positive for COVID-19 since the start of the pandemic. There were no new deaths reported in the past 24 hours. 2

Adele Sorella guilty of 2nd degree murder

Woman convicted of murdering her daughters will await appeal verdict at home

Adele Sorella, convicted of murdering her two daughters, will await the appeal of her verdict at home. 1

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau meets with US President Donald Trump in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC on Monday, Feb. 13, 2017. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick

Canadians push back as U.S. Congress pressures Canada to reopen shared border

As U.S. members of Congress push Canada to reopen its shared border with the United States, Canadians are pushing back — both in government and on social media. 22

Minister of Finance Bill Morneau participates in a remote TV interview in the Foyer of the House of Commons on Parliament Hill after presenting a fiscal snapshot that is expected to reveal the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, in Ottawa, on Wednesday, July 8, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang

Morneau didn't recuse himself from decision on WE contract, despite daughters' connection to charity

Finance Minister Bill Morneau did not recuse himself from the federal cabinet decision to grant WE Charity a contract to deliver a now-halted $900 million COVID-19 student grant program, despite his two daughters having connections to the organization. Now, the NDP are calling for an ethics investigation. 25

People use misters to cool down during a heatwave in Montreal, on July 2, 2018. Montreal's mayor is unveiling the city's plan to respond to heatwaves after dozens of people died amid high temperatures last summer.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Graham Hughes

Montreal heatwave to be followed by heavy rainfall, Environment Canada forecasts

The end is in sight for the extended heat wave that has gripped parts of Quebec for the last few days, and plenty of rain is now in the forecast. 1

Public servants protest over problems with the Phoenix pay system outside the Office of the Prime Minister and Privy Council in Ottawa on Thursday, Oct. 12, 2017. (Justin Tang/THE CANADIAN PRESS)

Union says feds agree to $2,500 payout for workers affected by Phoenix pay system

The Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) says it has reached a deal with the federal government to compensate 140,000 public service workers over Phoenix pay system related damages.

Indoor parking rates reduced at Palais des congres and Complexe Desjardins for the summer

The city of Montreal came to an agreement with the Palais des congres and the Complex Desjardins to reduce parking rates in the goal of helping local merchants over the summer.

MTY Food Group reports $99.1M second-quarter loss due to one-time charge

MTY Food Group Inc. reported a second-quarter loss of $99.1 million as the company took a $120.3-million non-cash impairment charge related to property, plant and equipment, intangible assets and goodwill due to the pandemic.

Quebec man wins $2M from lottery ticket purchased from his granddaughter

A Quebec man is now a multimillionaire thanks to a Quebec 49 ticket purchased at a convenience store where his granddaughter works.

Cirque du Soleil returns to court on Friday

Sheltered from its creditors since the end of June, Montreal-based entertainment company Cirque du Soleil is returning to the Quebec Superior Court on Friday for a hearing that should kick-start the auction process for the submission of purchase offers.

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