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

Ontario man sentenced to 20 years after pleading guilty to terrorism charges

March 27, 2026

An Ontario man who pleaded guilty to three terrorism charges was sentenced Friday to 20 years in prison.  Matthew Althorpe […]

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Toronto Crime

1 man injured in ‘targeted’ Oakville shooting

March 29, 2026

Police are investigating a “targeted” shooting that injured one man in Oakville early Sunday morning. Emergency crews were called to […]

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Vancouver Crime

Ontario man sentenced to 20 years after pleading guilty to terrorism charges

March 27, 2026

An Ontario man who pleaded guilty to three terrorism charges was sentenced Friday to 20 years in prison.  Matthew Althorpe […]

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News Stories

Montreal News

Police arrest man, woman after dispute leads to man being stabbed in Montreal-North

March 29, 2026

Montreal police (SPVM) arrested a man and a woman after a dispute at a residence escalated to the man being […]

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Toronto News

Fire crews battling 2-alarm blaze in Etobicoke

March 29, 2026

Toronto Fire is battling a two-alarm house fire in Etobicoke. Fire crews were called to a home on St. George’s […]

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Vancouver News

Beware of the ‘chimney scam,’ New West police warn

March 28, 2026

The New Westminster Police Department (NWPD) is warning the public to be on the lookout after a senior citizen was […]

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