Another busy week draws to a close. Here's what's been in the news in Vaudreuil-Soulanges over the past few days. 

Canada pays tribute to its fallen police officers

This Sunday, September 24, the 46th ceremony honouring fallen police officers is being held in Ottawa. 

Pizza Salvatoré to open in Vaudreuil-Dorion next January

In September 2021, Pizza Salvatoré confirmed to Néomédia its intention to set up shop in Vaudreuil-Dorion. This will finally be a reality in a few months' time, as a franchise of the family-owned banner will open its doors on Harwood Boulevard on January 4, 2024. 

Paul Stevens Park skatepark officially inaugurated

On Saturday, September 23 at 10:15 a.m., the Ville de Coteau-du-Lac invited young and old alike to the inauguration of its skatepark in Parc Paul-Stevens, which has undergone a facelift in recent months. 

Peter Schiefke Honours Exceptional Contributions

On Sunday, September 24, at the Auberge des Gallant, Peter Schiefke, Member of Parliament for Vaudreuil-Soulanges, saluted the commitment and dedication of 27 citizens and organizations at his annual Community Service Awards.

Upcoming art exhibition in Hudson in October

On October 20, 21 and 22, an art exhibition featuring some 30 artists will be held at Hudson's Shaar Community Centre. 

Vaudreuil-Soulanges police officers pay tribute to their fallen colleagues

The emotion was palpable this Sunday afternoon in Ottawa as the 46th commemorative ceremony for fallen police officers was held on Parliament Hill.

Joanne Brunet named Vice-Chair of ADDELQ Board of Directors

At the last meeting of the Board of Directors of the Association des directions du développement économique local du Québec (ADDELQ), DEV Vaudreuil-Soulanges General Manager Joanne Brunet was named Vice-President. 

Nearly 20 teachers are still needed at CSSTL

Nearly a month after the start of the school year, the Centre de services scolaires des Trois-Lacs (CSSTL) is still looking for some 17 teachers, mainly at secondary level.

Municipality of Saint-Zotique makes way for Ville de Saint-Zotique

On Monday, September 25, the Municipality of Saint-Zotique marked a historic moment by officially becoming the Ville de Saint-Zotique at a 5 à 7 unveiling ceremony.

Hundreds of homes contravene Saint-Polycarpe's urban planning by-law

Although the municipal by-law stipulates that the driveway of a private residence on the territory of Saint-Polycarpe must not exceed six metres in width, the municipality has realized that several hundred residences do not comply. 

Vaudreuil-Dorion Ecocentre expansion completed

The Réseau des écocentres de la MRC de Vaudreuil-Soulanges confirms that the expansion work at the Vaudreuil-Dorion ecocenter is now complete.

Halloween fun at Harwood Nature Park

From October 7 to 31, between 7 a.m. and 11 p.m., the public is invited to visit Harwood Nature Park (3900, route Harwood) to discover an evolving trail using a free mobile application. On October 28 and 29, participants will be treated to additional activities.

The Vaudreuil-Soulanges region well represented at the ADISQ Gala

On September 20, the artists nominated for the Gala de l'ADISQ 2023, a two-part ceremony to be held in November, were announced. Among the nominees are Matt Holubowsi, Patrick Watson and Alicia Moffet, three singer-songwriters with roots in Hudson and Saint-Lazare. 

Johanne Kielo offers refuge at the regional museum

Until October 29, 2023, the Musée régional de Vaudreuil-Soulanges is pleased to host the exhibition Refuge: le retour, by handmade paper artist Joanne Kielo. When visitors enter the room, they immediately feel a sense of calm.

Rigaud elected official recognized for promoting First Nations culture and history

On Sunday, September 24, 2023, Peter Schiefke, Member of Parliament for Vaudreuil-Soulanges, presented the 2023 Community Service Awards at the Auberge des Gallants, recognizing the commitment and dedication of numerous individuals and organizations for their unwavering commitment and essential role in the Vaudreuil-Soulanges community.

Pumptrack construction gets underway in Saint-Zotique

Construction work has begun on an asphalt pumptrack in Saint-Zotique's Parc Quatre-Saisons. According to municipal estimates, the work should last one month.

Redevelopment of the Harwood Boulevard/Bellemare Street intersection begins on October 1

The Ministère des Transports et de la Mobilité durable informs road users that work on the redevelopment of the intersection of boulevard Harwood (Highway 20) and rue Bellemare, in Vaudreuil-Dorion, will begin on October 1.

The Ministère des Transports et de la Mobilité durable wishes to inform road users that work on the redevelopment of the intersection of Harwood Boulevard (Highway 20) and Bellemare Street in Vaudreuil-Dorion will begin on October 1.

La Grande Rentrée DD 2023: A Catalyst for Innovation in the Circular Economy

The 8th edition of the Grande rentrée développement durable (DD) symposium, held on September 21 and 22 in Longueuil, was a great success, bringing together 116 symposium and workshop participants.

Journées de la culture 2023: a well-known co-ambassador in Vaudreuil-Soulanges

The 27th Journées de la culture will be celebrated across Quebec this Saturday, September 30 and Sunday, October 1. One of the event's ambassadors is well known in Vaudreuil-Soulanges, and it was a pleasure for Néomédia to speak with him. Interview with Michel Vallée. 

Natura takes flight at Hudson's Mount Pleasant School

On September 21, Natura, the mural and collective work by Madeleine Turgeon and Claude Thivierge, was inaugurated at Hudson's Mount Pleasant School, at the school's annual barbecue, attended by 400 people: students, parents, teachers and artists. 

Île-aux-Tourtes bridge gets its fifth lane back

Long-awaited, the reopening of a fifth lane on the Île-aux-Tourtes bridge and the implementation of dynamic traffic management are now a reality.

The MRC of Vaudreuil-Soulanges donates $55,000 to the Musée régional de Vaudreuil-Soulanges

The MRC de Vaudreuil-Soulanges announces $55,000 in financial support for the Musée régional de Vaudreuil-Soulanges.

The Festival des couleurs de Rigaud celebrates its 25th anniversary

On October 7, 8 and 9, the Festival des Couleurs de Rigaud celebrates its 25th anniversary with a panoply of new features at Rigaud's Parc Chartier-De Lotbinière.

New self-service pantry in front of L'Actuel

The Centre d'action bénévole L'Actuel is very proud to be a host organization of the Garde-mangers de Vaudreuil-Soulanges network, and has been since September 28, when its pantry was inaugurated.

Negotiations: Teachers adopt an unlimited general strike resolution

Members of the Syndicat de l'enseignement des Seigneuries (SES) passed an unlimited general strike mandate by a vote of 96%. The vote took place at their meeting on September 19.

Composting plant: Saint-Télesphore will hold an information session

The Municipality of Saint-Télesphore will be holding an information session exclusively for its citizens, concerning the implementation of the composting platform on its territory.

The City of L'Île-Perrot reaches an agreement with its white- and blue-collar workers until 2027

The City of L'Île-Perrot announces the signature of a new collective agreement for its blue-collar and white-collar employees.

Soulanges Canal Park inaugurates its first Placotoir

On Thursday, September 28 at 5 p.m., the team at Parc du Canal Soulanges, an organization based in Pointe-des-Cascades, inaugurated its Placotoir space, located just a few feet from its new offices. Some twenty guests were on hand for the occasion.

Peter Schiefke Announces Candidacy for Speaker of the House of Commons

Peter Schiefke, Member of Parliament for Vaudreuil-Soulanges, is running for Speaker of the House of Commons.

Le Zèbre Rouge: a passion for mutual aid and bicycles

Le Zèbre Rouge is a Vaudreuil-Dorion-based non-profit community organization and social economy enterprise that sells, repairs and rents used bicycles.