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Montreal will close Camillien‑Houde Way from June 30 to July 14 for two weeks of road maintenance, aiming to finish repairs before a scheduled bike race on the Mount Royal corridor. Drivers are being rerouted while the city prepares the route for the event.
The Wildwoods boardwalk authority will add three electric Volvo vehicles to its historic tram‑car fleet this summer, aiming to modernize the ride and reduce emissions.
Mercier has launched a petition on June 27, 2026 urging Quebec’s government to address chronic traffic congestion on Route 138, reflecting years of resident frustration with South Shore bottlenecks.
Toronto police, led by Inspector Trish Johnston, briefed media on transit and traffic plans for Pride weekend, which will coincide with FIFA World Cup matches and draw thousands of visitors. The city is coordinating with transit agencies to manage the expected surge in crowds and maintain smooth movement across key areas.
The City of Mercier has petitioned Quebec to intervene on the long‑standing traffic congestion affecting Route 138 on Montreal’s South Shore.
The Wildwoods Boardwalk Authority added electric Volvo tram cars on May 8, 2026, to modernize the historic ride while reducing emissions and enhancing rider comfort.
Mercier submitted a petition on June 27 urging Quebec to intervene in the chronic congestion on Route 138, reflecting resident frustration. The city seeks provincial resources and planning to improve traffic flow on the long‑troubled South Shore corridor.
Mercier’s municipal government filed a petition on June 27, 2026, urging the Quebec government to address chronic traffic congestion on Route 138, a key South Shore thoroughfare that has long frustrated local commuters.
Mercier’s municipal government has filed a petition with Quebec officials on June 27, 2026, demanding action to reduce chronic rush‑hour congestion on Route 138. The move reflects ongoing frustration among South Shore residents over persistent traffic delays.
An emergency‑service intervention caused a one‑hour shutdown of Montreal’s orange metro line on June 26, but normal service was restored shortly after. The line resumed operations without further incident, allowing commuters to continue their journeys.
The REM restored train service between Gare Centrale and Panama stations on June 26 after a prolonged rush‑hour outage, operating at reduced speed while safety checks continue.
Toronto Police, led by Inspector Trish Johnston, issued transportation and crowd‑management advice ahead of Pride weekend, which will coincide with FIFA World Cup matches and draw thousands of visitors.
Toronto city councillors approved expanding pedestrian‑only zones after a pilot that closed part of Church Street, citing strong public demand for walkable streets.
Mercier’s municipal government has started a petition urging Quebec’s provincial government to address longstanding traffic congestion on Route 138, reflecting resident frustration and a push for provincial intervention.
A one-hour emergency-driven shutdown of Montreal's orange metro line on June 26 was resolved, and service was restored for commuters during the dinner period.
Service on the REM between Central and Panama stations was restored on June 26, 2026, after a prolonged outage, with trains resuming at reduced speed during the evening rush hour.
A Penns Grove woman died after her SUV collided with a stopped tractor‑trailer on I‑295 in Oldmans Township on June 26, 2026. The incident highlights ongoing safety concerns on the heavily traveled interstate.
The Wildwoods boardwalk authority announced on May 8, 2026 that its historic tram‑car fleet will be replaced with electric Volvo vehicles, aiming to preserve the iconic ride while advancing environmental sustainability.
The City of Mercier has petitioned the Quebec government to address chronic traffic congestion on Route 138, reflecting resident frustration and a push for provincial intervention.
The REM rail line between Gare Centrale and Panama stations was back in operation at about 4:45 PM on June 26, after a rush‑hour outage, with trains running at reduced speed pending full safety checks.
