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

Second suspect arrested in 2023 Mississauga homicide of delivery driver

July 24, 2026

Peel Regional Police (PRP) say a second man has been arrested and charged in connection with the 2023 killing of […]

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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

Cooling kits aim to protect Montreal’s most vulnerable during extreme heat

July 24, 2026

When volunteers for Afrique au Féminin knocked on Raju Miah’s apartment door in Montreal’s Park Extension neighbourhood, they weren’t collecting […]

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Toronto News

Service adjustments on multiple GO Transit lines, UP Express this weekend

July 24, 2026

If you are planning on using GO Transit this weekend to head in to or out of Toronto, make sure […]

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Vancouver News

Spreading wildfires in B.C. trigger power disruptions across province

July 24, 2026

Spreading wildfires in British Columbia are triggering power outages nowhere near the flames. BC Hydro says on its website that […]

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