Christine Long

6 days ago | ctvnews.ca | Christine Long

After more than 60 years, Peel Pub in downtown Montreal has suddenly shut its doors. On June 20, a bankruptcy notice went up on the locked front door. Clients and staff were caught off guard by the news. Erik Intrevado has two sisters who worked at the downtown mainstay for more than a decade and were notified by text of the closure. Intrevado produced the weekly comedy night at the pub and had no idea an insolvency notice would be posted.

1 week ago | ctvnews.ca | Christine Long

A coroner’s report into the death of a woman on the Richelieu River two years ago blames a lack of knowledge of water safety. That lack of knowledge puts the lives of boaters and passengers at risk. As Quebec Boating Safety Week continues and lots of people want to be out on the water in this warm weather, it’s important to remember the rules. In September 2023, Sarah Massey was sitting on the bow of a wake-surfing boat filled with friends on the Richelieu River.

1 week ago | ctvnews.ca | Christine Long

It’s the final day of classes at Gardenview Elementary School in St-Laurent. The gym is full of happy students yet this milestone is bittersweet because some cherished teachers are retiring. After 35 years in education, Paula Cohen is calling it a day. “It’s a second home, so it’s hard to say goodbye. But hopefully I will be back to sub occasionally,” the longtime teacher said Friday.

1 week ago | ctvnews.ca | Christine Long

The Old Brewery Mission opened its first mixed housing facility in Montreal’s Lachine borough for people who need help getting back on their feet. Of the 18 units, 13 are studio apartments for singles and there are five larger apartments for couples, all in a renovated corner building. President and CEO James Hughes explains that separate quarters for men and women can reduce accessibility for people in need.

1 week ago | ctvnews.ca | Christine Long

Beloved Montreal police dog Monty retires after seven yearsPublished: June 16, 2025 at 6:56PM EDTAfter seven years of service, Monty the German Shepherd is retiring from the Montreal police force.