Complete Closure of Darche Interchange Ramp 50 Announced for September 16-18

Complete Closure of Darche Interchange Ramp 50 Announced for September 16-18

Sherbrooke, September 13, 2024 - The Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility has announced the complete closure of ramp 50 at the Darche Interchange, which connects the supermarket area to Highway 410 towards Boulevard Université. The closure will take place from Monday, September 16 at 6:00 a.m. until Wednesday, September 18 at 6:00 p.m. This closure is necessary to carry out preparatory work for the paving of the ramp, scheduled […]

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Be Vigilant: Sûreté du Québec Warns of Rising Fraud in Granit Region

Sherbrooke, September 11, 2024 — The Sûreté du Québec (SQ) is urging residents, particularly seniors, to be cautious following multiple reports of fraud attempts in the MRC du Granit area. Fraudsters have been employing various schemes, often impersonating financial advisors, to trick victims into surrendering personal information. In one common tactic, they ask individuals to place their debit card and PIN number in an envelope and leave it in their […]

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Increased Police Presence on Trails and Roads for National Quad Operation – September 7-8

Sherbrooke, September 6, 2024 - All police services across Quebec, in partnership with the Société de l'assurance automobile du Québec (SAAQ), will increase their patrols and interventions on September 7 and 8, 2024, as part of a coordinated national operation aimed at quad riders. This initiative targets behaviors that could jeopardize the safety of riders and others. The operation is being conducted under the theme: "On the trails and private […]

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Missing Teen – Anthony Joncas Poulin

Sherbrooke, September 4, 2024 – The Sûreté du Québec is seeking the public’s assistance in locating Anthony Joncas Poulin, a 15-year-old from Ascot Corner. He was last seen on August 27 around 3:00 p.m. in the Ascot Corner area. His family has expressed serious concerns for his health and safety. Description: Height: 1.78 m (5'10") Weight: 66 kg (120 lbs) Hair: Brown Eyes: Hazel No clothing description is available for […]

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Unexpected Delay Alters Schedule for Removal of Summer Installations in Sherbrooke

Sherbrooke is experiencing an unexpected delay in the removal of summer installations from Wellington North and Frontenac Streets. Originally scheduled for the week of September 2, 2024, the project’s timeline has been adjusted due to unforeseen complications. The streets will undergo a series of changes starting on Monday, September 2 at 6 PM. The full closure of Wellington North and the section of Frontenac Street between Palais and Wellington North […]

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Sherbrooke Investigates Series of Suspicious Fires

Sherbrooke, September 3, 2024 – Sherbrooke emergency services responded to a series of suspicious fires early this morning, prompting investigations across three different locations in the city. The first incident occurred around 3:40 AM at 1105 Valence Road. Firefighters were called to the scene, where they battled a building fire. Police were also on-site to secure the area during the firefighting efforts. According to the fire inspector, the blaze is […]

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Dismantling of Summer Installations on Wellington North and Frontenac

The City of Sherbrooke will begin dismantling the summer installations on Wellington North and Frontenac Streets during the week of September 2, 2024. Residents and commuters should be aware of traffic disruptions during this period. Road Closures and Traffic Updates: Monday, September 2, 6:00 PM - Tuesday, September 3, 5:00 PM: Complete closure of Wellington North Street and the section of Frontenac Street between du Palais and Wellington North. […]

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Sherbrooke Unveils State-of-the-Art Pool at Parc Victoria

Sherbrooke, August 22, 2024 – The city of Sherbrooke has officially opened its latest aquatic facility, the À-la-Claire-Fontaine pool, located in Parc Victoria. This modern pool is one of the largest in Sherbrooke, boasting cutting-edgeamenities designed for accessibility and inclusivity. The project,entirely funded by the city, cost $9.2 million.Key Features of the Facility:Heated Pool: With a maximum depth of 1.4 meters.Swimming Lanes: Three 25-meter lanes available from 10:30 AM to […]

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Additional Safety Measures at the Portland and Wilson Intersection

Sherbrooke, Tuesday, August 20, 2024 – In an effort to improve pedestrian safety, the City of Sherbrooke is redesigning the crosswalk at the intersection of Portland Boulevard and Wilson Street by installing a standard traffic light. This work is scheduled for 2025. The site has undergone several improvements since 2019 to bring the intersection up to standard and increase safety. A joint safety analysis of the crosswalk was conducted in […]

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