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Local news and events from in and around the neighbourhood.
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City Councilwoman Mary Deros Urges Vigilance In These Trying Times
Montréal / Park Extension—It’s no doubt that those con men and women that are out to gain something valuable out of this pandemic are certainly out in droves. It has been stated by many other news sources and of...
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Celebrating The Dormition of Mother Mary in State of Pandemic in the heart of Park Extension
Montréal / Park Extension—Tonight, the sacred celebration of the Dormition of the Mother of God began at Église Koimisis Tis Theotokou Church. Many of the local Park Extension members of the community came to pay their respects and pray...
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What these 3 Park Ex restaurants are doing to better serve the community
We visited 3 local restaurants to see what they’re doing to help prevent the spread of Covid-19.
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Staying fit in Park Ex during and in the aftermath of Covid-19
A look at some of the gyms in the area and professional tips for exercising amidst the calamity that is Covid-19
Business
Park Extension expected to see surge in business when school starts up again come the fall
With the Université de Montréal campus, the Vanier College Continuing Education campus and the plethora of schools in the area, business should boom after trying times during Covid-19 – business owners are hopeful.
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How Are Park Extension Residents Respecting The New Public Transit Rules and Regulations?
After issues regarding the wearing of masks in other public establishments have risen, will the same issues crop up in public transit?Preventative measures have been taken by the STM in order to protect the drivers and citizens during these...
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Crémazie / l’Acadie Intersection—seemingly a very dangerous place to cross
Crossing at one go impossible, very dangerous intersection shows our investigation.Nestled behind the thunderous current of the Metropolitan highway that runs through the city of Montréal and seemingly right in between the towering presence of the Rockland Center mall...
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Many Park Extension residents fear evictions, lack of affordable housing
Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, parts of Montreal face a worsened housing crisisAvleen K MokhaDuring a typical year, July 1 marks the end of many leases across Greater Montreal. The city is currently easing many restrictions placed due to the...
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Petites-Mains director general receives Meritorious Service Cross
Nahid Aboumansour's organization backs up the vulnerableAvleen K MokhaPetites-Mains is a non-profit organization that helps immigrant women find jobs. On July 1, co-founder and director general Nahid Aboumansour received the Meritorious Service Cross (civil division). The award recognizes Canadians...
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Province issues alert for two missing children, father as main suspect
Avleen K MokhaQuebec police has issued an alert for two missing children. The siblings went missing yesterday at 8 pm from Levis, a city in eastern Quebec. The police are asking people to call 911 if they have information....
