Another eventful week is coming to an end. Here's what's been in the news in Vaudreuil-Soulanges over the past few days. 

A moving farewell to Father Gérald Sareault

The funeral of Father Gérald Sareault, who passed away at the end of July, was held in Saint-Lazare on Friday, August 4. Bishop Noël Simard presided over the mass in a packed church to bid a final farewell to this much-loved man. 

Expansion work at the Vaudreuil-Dorion ecocenter

The Réseau des écocentres de la MRC de Vaudreuil-Soulanges will soon be expanding its Vaudreuil-Dorion ecocenter. 

La Grande fête du monde returns for its 8th edition on August 27  

After a few years' hiatus, the eighth edition of LA GRANDE FÊTE DU MONDE will take place on Sunday, August 27, presented by Salle Pauline-Julien. 

Major work underway on the Coteaux territory

The Municipality of Les Coteaux has confirmed the upcoming launch of a major project to replace and rehabilitate 865 metres of water and sewer mains on Sauvé Street.

A stolen pick up is set on fire in Saint-Polycarpe

At 11pm on Monday August 7, Saint-Polycarpe and Saint-Télesphore firefighters were called to Chemin Saint-Georges to extinguish a vehicle fire. After checking, Sûreté du Québec officers found that the pickup had been reported stolen by their colleagues from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP). 

Road accident causes temporary closure of 69th Avenue in Saint-Zotique

At around 1:30pm, a semi-trailer was involved in a road accident on 69th Avenue opposite the Saint-Zotique fire station. 

A colorful edition for the 25th Festival des couleurs de Rigaud

The eagerly anticipated 25th edition of the Festival des couleurs de Rigaud, taking place from October 7 to 9, 2023, promises a festive atmosphere and a dynamic program!

The Vaudreuil-Soulanges community mourns Gilles Boyer

On this Tuesday, August 8, the Vaudreuil-Soulanges community is in mourning. The family of Gilles Boyer, long associated with the Réseaux organization, announced his death. 

Peter Schiefke wants to collect photos of the region's "hidden gems" in a calendar

Peter Schiefke, Member of Parliament for Vaudreuil-Soulanges, is putting out a call to Vaudreuil-Soulanges photography enthusiasts. The region's representative in the House of Commons is looking for snapshots of his riding's "hidden gems" to feature in his 2024 calendar. 

Vaudreuil-Dorion temporarily suspends the issuance of building permits in the Harwood-De Lotbinière sector

At a special meeting held on August 8, the municipal council of the Ville de Vaudreuil-Dorion adopted a notice of motion and a draft by-law to temporarily suspend the issuance of building permits for new housing in the Harwood - De Lotbinière sector, for a maximum period of two years.

Hudson will hold SDC revival meeting

The Town of Hudson will hold a public meeting to discuss the revival of the Société de developpement commercial (SDC) at the Stephen F. Shaar Community Centre, 394 Main Road, on August 21 at 7 p.m.

Julie Lemieux inspires all the way to British Columbia

The book is in English only, and is an initiative of a publishing house based in Victoria, British Columbia. It's called Get out and vote How you can change Shape the Future. 

Collision forces closure of access to Autoroute 30 at Vaudreuil-Dorion

A spectacular collision occurred shortly before 6:30 this morning on the ramp to Autoroute 30 from Autoroute 20 east, in Vaudreuil-Dorion. The driver of a heavy truck carrying parcels and mail fell asleep at the wheel and crashed into a guardrail and then into a traffic arch owned by NA30.

Aerial drone pics of the new Walmart distribution centre in Vaudreuil-Dorion

The new Walmart Canada distribution centre in Vaudreuil-Dorion is taking shape. Aerial drone shots taken on August 2 by photographer Nabil Sorial show the exterior of the facility almost completed. 

Recent drone pics document the ongoing construction phase

Construction of the new Vaudreuil-Soulanges Hospital resumed on Monday following a two-week hiatus due to the annual provincial construction break.

Mayor clarifies by-law regarding ditch maintenance

Residents' concerns about the adoption of by-law 1158 regarding the maintenance of ditches prompted Mayor Geneviève Lachance to make a statement about the issue at the start of the monthly council meeting on Tuesday, August 10.

Current councillor says former councillor is spreading misinformation

Saint Lazare Councillor Brian Trainor insinuated that a former municipal councillor is intentionally spreading misinformation about the town on social media.

A look back at the first CAVIP competition at Complexe aquatique de l'Île Perrot

On Wednesday, August 9, the Club aquatique de la Ville de l'Île Perrot organized a major swimming competition at the Complexe aquatique Île Perrot. For this event, CAVIP welcomed the biggest team in ALPS.