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A hotel in Old Montreal owned by a professional poker player has been declared a public safety hazard due to severe disrepair, prompting city officials to monitor the situation and warn the public.
A young woman was found gravely wounded after an armed assault on De Bleury Street near Concorde Street in downtown Montreal on July 26, 2026, prompting an ongoing police investigation.
A man was found unconscious on a Plateau-Mont‑Royal street after a nighttime altercation on July 24, 2026, with limited details released about the incident.
Wildwood officials report a rise in coyote sightings after residents began feeding them, prompting warnings that such practices attract predators to residential areas.
Police departments in the Capital Region are preparing for the August 2026 National Night Out, an annual event aimed at strengthening neighborhood safety and community‑police relations. Residents will have opportunities to meet officers and receive safety information.
Salsa on St. Clair will remain closed until police‑identified safety concerns from a suspected gunfire exchange are resolved, officials said.
The New York Weather Forecast Office released warnings, watches and advisories for the New York City area on July 21, 2026, to inform residents of current weather risks and promote safety.
NYRA will offer free admission to first responders at Saratoga Race Course on July 23, 2026, as part of its annual First Responders Day to honor emergency personnel.
The SAAQ has launched a mobile safety campaign featuring a white hearse that will travel across Quebec during the construction holidays to encourage drivers to adopt safer practices amid increased traffic.
The Saratoga Springs City Council approved a capital budget amendment for police infrastructure and gave the green light to the summer concert series and Solomon Northup Day, shaping both city services and upcoming community events.
Montreal police detained two 20-year-old men on July 15, 2026, linking them to recent antisemitic attacks on Jewish residents, amid a series of similar incidents in the city.
Festival organizers say they will cancel Salsa on St. Clair unless the city and police provide accountability for the July 13 shooting, raising concerns about public safety and event oversight.
Quebec police lifted a Silver Alert on July 14 after finding an 81-year‑old man missing in Montreal, ending the province’s senior‑missing alert protocol.
Wildwood Beach Patrol introduced the Pier‑to‑Pier Challenge on July 11, offering a one‑mile swim and a 5K run to raise funds for local lifeguard programs. The beachside event combines fitness with community support for public safety.
Schenectady County will temporarily close streets and set up detours on July 12, 2026, to ensure safe traffic flow for the region’s largest SummerNight block‑party. Officials and organizers coordinated the plan to protect pedestrians and keep travel smooth during the event.
North Wildwater Police held a meeting on July 14 to inform residents about victim assistance services and recent crime trends, reinforcing ongoing public‑safety outreach.
Saratoga Springs police repaired an active gas leak on Sherwood Trail on July 7, 2026, temporarily closing the area while crews fixed the problem to protect public safety.
A 30‑centimetre sinkhole on Osborne Street in Verdun is being monitored and will be repaired within days, officials said. Residents were warned to stay clear while city crews fix the defect.
Saratoga Springs police and utility crews repaired an active gas leak on Sherwood Trail on July 7, 2026, preventing danger to residents and businesses. The coordinated response restored safety without injuries or damage.
Two young adults were rescued from Montreal's Lachine Canal on July 4 after one fell and the other tried to help, both now in critical condition at hospital. The event highlights the occasional safety risks associated with the historic waterway.
