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Partial Closures on Highway 410 in Sherbrooke

Sherbrooke, November 28, 2024 – The Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility has announced partial closures of Highway 410 and select access ramps near the new Darche Interchange on December 2 and 3, 2024. These closures are necessary for a general inspection of the new structure to ensure it meets engineering standards. Traffic Impacts Monday, December 2 (Eastbound) and Tuesday, December 3 (Westbound): One lane of Highway 410 will be closed from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Access ramps from […]

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General

Man Arrested for Phone Fraud in Sherbrooke

Sherbrooke, November 27, 2024 – A 27-year-old Montreal man was arrested for fraud yesterday evening after attempting to purchase and activate four iPhone 16s valued at $7,000 using fake identification at a cellphone store on King Street East. Details of the Incident Around 5 p.m., a store employee contacted Sherbrooke police, reporting suspicious activity during the transaction. Officers arrived on-site and apprehended the suspect as he attempted to finalize the purchase. Upon inspection, the man was found in possession of […]

November 28, 2024 553 91

General

Man Arrested for Armed Assault on Security Guards at CHUS Hôtel-Dieu

Sherbrooke, November 25, 2024 – This morning, around 8 a.m., police were called to assist security guards at CHUS Hôtel-Dieu after reports of a patient threatening them with a knife while being expelled from the emergency department. Upon arrival, officers were informed that the suspect had moved to the parking lot and remained aggressive. As police approached, the 26-year-old man fled on foot along Bowen South Street. A foot chase ensued, and officers successfully apprehended the suspect behind a residence […]

November 25, 2024 689 96

Featured

Santa Claus Parade – Sharp Object Found in Candy

Sherbrooke, November 25, 2024 – An investigation is underway after a father reported finding a razor blade in a bag of candy distributed during the Santa Claus Parade in Sherbrooke. The complainant was with his two children at the intersection of King East Street and 14th Avenue when they received two candy bags from two women described as white and in their fifties. Upon inspecting the candy, the father discovered a razor blade concealed among the treats in one of […]

November 25, 2024 715 60

Communications

Summary of Events November 23-24 in Sherbrooke

Sherbrooke, November 25, 2024 – Between Friday evening and Monday morning, the Sherbrooke Police Department responded to several significant incidents: Five individuals were detained after pointing a fake firearm at drivers. One person was arrested for assaulting a peace officer. Another individual was apprehended for breaking and entering. Four people were arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol. One arrest was made for driving under the influence of drugs. Saturday Night to Sunday Morning: High-Risk Interception Around midnight, police […]

November 25, 2024 769 81

Communications

Sherbrooke Implements $34 Vehicle Registration Tax to Support Public Transit

Sherbrooke, Monday, November 18, 2024 – Starting January 1, 2025, a new vehicle registration tax (TIV) will be applied across Sherbrooke to fund public transit initiatives. The $34 fee, approved by Sherbrooke City Council in May 2024, will be included in annual renewal notices sent by the Société de l'assurance automobile du Québec (SAAQ) starting this month for those opting for early payment. The TIV aims to promote sustainable transportation and advance the 2023-2032 Strategic Public Transit Development Plan of […]

November 18, 2024 545 39

General

ACFEM Unveils Feasibility Study Results and Launches Next Phase for Estrie-Montérégie Rail Corridor

Sherbrooke, November 15, 2024 — The Alliance du corridor ferroviaire Estrie-Montérégie (ACFEM) has announced the findings of a feasibility study aimed at developing the Estrie-Montérégie rail corridor. Supported by a $450,000 grant from Quebec's Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility, the study was conducted by engineering firm EXP and lays the groundwork for the ambitious project. Key Findings of the Feasibility Study The study breaks the project into eight components, which include: Establishing a passenger rail service connecting Lac-Mégantic to […]

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Community Events

Novembre en Action Brings Free Sports Activities to Youth in Eastern Townships

Sherbrooke, November 14, 2024 - In the latest episode of Reaching Out to the Community on CJMQ 88.9 FM, host Derek Bullard welcomed Marie-Claude Cyr, Communications Coordinator at Conseil Sport Loisir de l'Estrie, to discuss an exciting new initiative, Novembre en Action. This project, offers free sports opportunities to youth aged 6 to 12 across the Eastern Townships. Cyr explained that the project stemmed from a regional multi-sport meeting where supporting local sports clubs and expanding access to sports for […]

November 14, 2024 566 61

Radio Bingo

CJMQ 88.9 FM Radio Bingo: Congratulations to Our November 12 Winners!

Lennoxville, November 13,2024 - CJMQ 88.9 FM’s Radio Bingo continues to bring excitement and community spirit to Sherbrooke every Tuesday at 7 p.m., hosted by the enthusiastic Gordon. With cards priced at just $6 for participants 18 and over, Radio Bingo offers a chance to win big while supporting local radio. Congratulations to the lucky winners from the November 12, 2024, games: First Game (Straight Line for $200.00): Benjamin Polkki from Lennoxville, with a card purchased at the Golden Lion […]

November 13, 2024 779 64

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