Montreal Gazette readers debate café seating etiquette as lengthy student study sessions crowd out casual patrons. One letter proposes time limits during peak hours to restore balance.
Montreal homeowners face a 3.8% municipal tax hike in the 2026 budget. Get the details on the city's financial plan and what it means for residents.
Discover the best events and activities happening in Montreal this weekend, from cultural highlights to local news. Plan your perfect Montreal experience now.
The historic Pittsburgh Post-Gazette will cease publication May 3 after owners cite unsustainable losses. The closure follows a bitter legal fight with the union over healthcare. Discover the details of this local news crisis.
Explore the sharp wit of Aislin and fellow editorial cartoonists in The Montreal Gazette's exclusive January 2026 gallery. Subscribe for full access to this and more award-winning journalism.
Veteran journalist Jack Todd reflects on four decades covering Montreal's biggest sports stories and city events for The Gazette, from the Patrick Roy trade to the Polytechnique tragedy. Read his personal journey.
Montreal columnist Josh Freed's revealing interview with ChatGPT exposes the AI's sycophantic nature, its 'raccoon-like' curiosity, and the human experiences it can never have. Discover the bot's surprising self-awareness.
Photo Service, a Montreal institution since 1937, is closing its doors in January 2026. Discover the story behind this iconic shop's final chapter.
Montreal was transformed into an icy landscape after a significant freezing rain event on Monday, December 29, 2025. See how residents coped with the treacherous conditions.
Montreal police are investigating after a bullet was fired in front of a duplex on Mongeau Street in LaSalle on Friday afternoon. No injuries were reported. Read the latest details.
Explore Montreal's vibrant holiday scene with drag shows, Christmas markets, and festive events. Discover what's happening in the city during the season of celebration.
Montreal woke up to a snowy Christmas morning, but the snow is giving way to sun, cloud, and plunging temperatures with a wind chill of -25 C expected overnight.
CTV News Montreal reveals the stories that captivated readers in 2025, from local tragedies and housing issues to major political events. Discover what mattered most.
Ottawa suspends a planned ban on exporting plastic bags, straws, and cutlery, citing economic pressures. A new 70-day consultation period is now open. Read the details.
Montreal Gazette photographers John Mahoney, Allen McInnis, Dave Sidaway, and Pierre Obendrauf reveal their favorite images from 2025 and the compelling stories of how they captured them.
Nora, 98, lives independently in Montreal after dedicating 48 years to foster care. As she approaches 99, she shares her story and how the Gazette Christmas Fund helps.
Montreal's forecast for Dec. 20, 2025, calls for sunny skies turning cloudy, with a high of -3°C and wind chill near -14. Periods of snow expected overnight. Plan your day.
A reader's letter critiques Quebec's Bill 9, arguing the CAQ's secularism rules on cookies, carols, and kosher meals feel like parody, not policy. Read the analysis.
Montreal police are searching for a man dressed as Santa Claus and his 'elves' following an alleged grocery theft described as a political act. Get the latest details on this unusual incident.
Major construction at Montreal's Trudeau airport has closed the main parking garage, reducing capacity by 25%. Travellers are urged to reserve spots and avoid circling for pickups. Plan ahead for holiday travel.
Veteran TSN sports journalist Michael Whalen, a beloved voice in Montreal's sports scene from 1986 to 2007, has passed away at age 82. Remembered as a master storyteller and a pro's pro.
An early cold snap has Montrealers searching for open ice, but most city rinks remain closed. Discover the status of seasonal preparations and when you can lace up your skates.
Two separate Montreal businesses were struck by gunfire overnight. Police are investigating the incidents, which caused property damage but no injuries. Details on the ongoing investigation.
Montreal police are investigating an overnight shooting that shattered the front window of a Villeray business on Crémazie Blvd. No injuries were reported as the store was closed. Read the latest details.
Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada has issued mandate letters to her executive committee, detailing plans to tackle Montreal's housing crisis, traffic, homelessness, and even food truck promotion. Discover the administration's roadmap.
Montreal police have arrested two individuals and confiscated a significant quantity of cocaine, hashish, and tablets valued at approximately $385,000 in a major drug bust.
Drivers in Montreal face traffic disruptions this weekend due to planned road closures. Plan your route with our detailed list of affected areas and construction zones.
Montreal has opened 100 new emergency shelter spaces to address homelessness, with more beds to be added over the next two weeks. Read about the city's response.
Old Montreal transforms into a winter wonderland with the Parcours Lumineux light installations and cozy fire pits, aiming to attract visitors during the cold season. Discover the magic.
Montreal police are investigating two early-morning bar fires in the city's east end as suspected arsons. No injuries were reported. Surveillance footage is being reviewed.