Welcome to News Near Here, your trusted source for timely and impactful coverage from Canada’s major urban centres—Montreal, Toronto, and Vancouver. We bring you the latest headlines across politics, culture, and community life, with a dedicated spotlight on crime stories that shape public safety and justice in our cities. Whether it’s breaking news, local developments, or in-depth crime reporting, we’re here to keep you informed and connected to the pulse of urban Canada. v1.9

Montreal Crime

Lawyers present arguments in trial of man accused of killing daughter in New York

July 23, 2026

ELIZABETHTOWN, NEW YORK — Lawyers are expected to make their opening arguments this morning in the trial of a man […]

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Toronto Crime

Scarborough man charged with murder, 2 others wanted in fatal Brampton shooting last month

July 25, 2026

One man is in custody, and police are searching for two other suspects in connection with a fatal shooting in […]

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Vancouver Crime

“2025 Sees Remarkable Decline in National Crime Rates and Severity, StatCan Reports”

July 22, 2026

According to Statistics Canada, there have been positive developments in crime trends in the country as both the overall crime […]

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News Stories

Montreal News

Ford leads Tiger-Cats into Montreal against Alouettes in critical CFL East matchup

July 25, 2026

Nearly two months after opening the season against one another, the Montreal Alouettes and Hamilton Tiger-Cats meet again Sunday at […]

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Toronto News

2 motorcyclists seriously injured in Markham crash

July 25, 2026

Two motorcyclists have been taken to the hospital following a two-vehicle crash in Markham. Police in York Region say the […]

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Vancouver News

SkyTrain’s Expo Line undergoes maintenance until the fall

July 25, 2026

Service on the SkyTrain’s Expo Line will be reduced starting July 25 in Vancouver through to the fall.  Service will […]

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