West Island News
Spring floods: Pierrefonds-Roxboro in recovery mode.
Pierrefonds-Roxboro crews will begin dismantling dikes and flood mitigation infrastructure as the Borough transitions to recovery mode.
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West Island News
- May 2
- 2 min
Your Tuesday, May 2nd Spring Flooding Update.
A look at water levels and measures being implemented as waterfront municipalities and boroughs brace for potential flooding.
West Island News
- Apr 27
- 2 min
Flooding threat still remains present for residents near Lac St.-Louis and Lac des Deux-Montagnes.
An update from the City of Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, and the Borough of Pierrefonds-Roxboro pertaining to the spring flooding situation.
West Island News
- Apr 19
- 2 min
Spring floods: Montréal initiates Intervention Mode for at-risk areas.
Montréal has declared that areas at risk of flooding have entered the Intervention Mode stage of their special response plan.
West Island News
- Apr 16
- 2 min
Sainte-Anne's in "Alert" mode as they monitor flooding threshold.
The City is closely monitoring water levels and implementing an emergency measures plan in anticipation of potential flooding.
West Island News
- Apr 10
- 2 min
Rise in carbon monoxide poisoning after a powerless weekend for many West Islanders.
As of April 8, there were 127 reports or individual declarations of carbon monoxide poisoning on the island of Montreal.
Hannah Johnston
- Apr 8
- 1 min
Your Saturday, April 8th Hydro-Québec update.
Some stats and facts from today's Hydro-Québec press conference, as frustration grows amongst West Islanders.
West Island News
- Mar 28
- 2 min
Spring floods: Pierrefonds-Roxboro ready to intervene in case of flooding.
The Borough is prepping its residents and working on intervention measures in case of flooding this spring.
Hannah Johnston
- Jul 13, 2022
- 2 min
A Buck Supermoon will take center stage tonight.
NASA describes the fascinating phenomenon; "a new or full moon that occurs when the Moon is within 90% of perigee, or its closest to Earth."
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- May 12, 2022
- 2 min
Pointe-Claire creates green parking lot to reduce effects of urban 'heat islands'
The lot will foster trees and plants while also facilitating the natural management of rainwater.
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- Apr 19, 2022
- 1 min
The world woke up to snow this morning and West Islanders are loving the meme
Here's what West Islanders have to say about today's wild weather.
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- Mar 31, 2022
- 1 min
April showers: How to prevent water damage during rain season
A few tips on how to prevent water damage in your home.
West Island News
- Jan 25, 2022
- 1 min
Celebrate the lunar new year at Grand Potager Verdun
Celebrate the lunar new year at Grand Potager Verdun. A fun activity for the whole family when so much of the world remains shut down.
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- Jan 21, 2022
- 1 min
How to build an outdoor rink at home
A 5 step DIY on how to build an outdoor rink at home.
West Island News
- Jan 18, 2022
- 1 min
A pilot project in Rosemont is using coffee grounds as eco-friendly anti-slip method
A partnership between this Rosemont Park and Keurig has led to a promising discovery.
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- Jan 17, 2022
- 2 min
How to survive falling through ice
How to safely escape falling through ice into water.
Rhonda Massad
- Jan 6, 2022
- 2 min
Residents enraged:Kirkland shuts down play equipment in parks
Social media pages blew up in recent days as the playground equipment at Harris Park was deemed unsafe to play on during the winter months
West Island News
- Dec 27, 2021
- 2 min
We found info on outdoor trails in the West Island so you don't have to.
It is unbelievably close to the start of a new year and we wanted to make a list of where you and your family could take a small trip to...
West Island News
- Nov 25, 2021
- 1 min
The city of Beaconsfield needs ice rink attendants!
Use your love for skating as a way to earn some money during the winter season. The city of Beaconsfield is looking for responsible...
West Island News
- Nov 23, 2021
- 2 min
Everything you need to know about Pointe-Claire's annual tree-lighting ceremony
A Pointe-Claire tradition might look a little different this year but it's just as magical as ever!