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This article written in french by Benoit Leblanc was automatically translated using AI From June 2 to June 13, the Laval Police Department (SPL) participated in the province-wide Operation Sauvegarde, targeting violent crime offenders, mainly for sex-related offenses. This operation led to three arrests. The operation consisted of two main components: monitoring individuals under court-imposed conditions and verifying compliance of individuals listed on the National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR). For the second consecutive year, the SPL took part in this type of operation, mobilizing several squads to monitor six offenders residing in Laval over a 10-day period. SPL officers conducted…

This article written in french by Benoit Leblanc was automatically translated using AI The Laval Fire Department (SSIL) is continuing its investigation into the possible accidental cause of a major fire in a house containing two dwellings, on Principale Street in Sainte-Dorothée. So far, the possibilities of a poorly discarded smoking article or an electrical defect are still being considered. The incident occurred on the morning of Thursday, June 12, with 911 being alerted at around 10:28 a.m., and the first of 9 units requested by the SSIL for the intervention—30 firefighters—arriving on scene just 2 minutes later.At that moment,…

This article written in french by Nicholas Pereira was automatically translated using AI Six restaurants in Laval and nearby areas have recently received fines from the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ). The total amount of the fines comes to 10,700 $, all of which have been issued since May 1st. In Laval, the Subway branch located at 3003 Boulevard de la Concorde received a fine of 1,000 $ for storing a heat-sensitive product without cooling it, without delay, or without keeping it constantly at an internal and ambient temperature not exceeding 4°C until it was delivered to the…

This article written in french by Benoit Leblanc was automatically translated using AI With the arrival of summer, the prevention squad of the Laval Police Department (SPL) has installed mobile radars at construction sites across each sector of its territory. Prioritizing prevention over punishment, the goal of this initiative is to educate motorists about their speed and protect workers present on public roads. Placed both before and after construction zones, these radar signs displayed drivers’ speed or messages such as “Caution,” “Danger,” and others to alert and educate road users. Two of these radars were installed near a temporary worksite…

This article written in french by Nicholas Pereira was automatically translated using AI IKEA is recalling a garlic press due to the risk that small metal particles may detach and be ingested with food. The item in question is the black IKEA 365+ VÄRDEFULL model. It was sold in Canada under item numbers 305.781.89 and 201.521.58, and under item number 601.636.02 in other countries. It bears date stamps ranging from 2411 (AASS) to 2522 (AASS). Affected items can also be identified by the IKEA logo printed on the upper handle of the product. Customers who own the affected garlic press…

This article written in french by Corinne Prince was automatically translated using AI On Wednesday, June 25, residents of Laval will finally be able to enjoy a glazed Krispy Kreme doughnut made at a local branch. Indeed, the new restaurant, located at 1140 Chomedey Highway in Sainte-Dorothée, will open its doors at 7 a.m. that day, after several months of anticipation. The first 12 customers in line will receive a Golden Ticket, giving them one dozen Original Glazed doughnuts for free every month for a year.The very first customer will have the opportunity to turn on the Hot Now light…

This article written in french by Nicholas Pereira was automatically translated using AI Police forces across Quebec will step up their interventions on June 7 and 8 as part of a coordinated national recreational tourism operation. This initiative targets ATV riders whose behavior could jeopardize their own safety or that of other users. The operation runs under the theme: “For a Safe Ride on the Trail, Prioritize Safety!” Officers will conduct various interventions, whether on trails, at public road crossings, or even inspecting how equipment is secured for transport on Quebec’s roads. Depending on the situation, officers will apply the…

This article written in french by Corinne Prince was automatically translated using AI Since May 16, residents of Laval can enjoy a new Poulet Rouge location in the Chomedey district. This is the 68th restaurant of the chain offering customizable grilled chicken bowls, including 4 in Laval. The new location is situated at 890 Curé-Labelle Boulevard and covers an area of 1,800 square feet. “The branch is located in a strategic spot for visibility and aligns with our expansion plan and vision to become a key player in the healthy fast food sector in Canada,” said Lauralie Tanguay, Marketing and…

This article written in french by Stéphane St-Amour was automatically translated using AI Ten months after the August 9, 2024, deluge that flooded approximately 7,200 private properties in Laval, the Boyer administration has released two reports produced by the Municipal Resilience Office and the Engineering Department.One of them, the strategic report on crisis management, aimed in particular to identify the lessons learned from this painful experience and to propose recommendations to improve risk management and make the city more resilient.The technical report on the performance of municipal infrastructure focused on analyzing the impact of this historic rainfall on the city’s…

This article written in french by Nicholas Pereira was automatically translated using AI Mobilité Montréal has issued a reminder about various closures affecting the road network across the Greater Montreal area this weekend, including two in Laval. One disruption is planned on the service roads of Highway 15, in both directions, with the complete closure of the ramps leading to Notre-Dame and de la Concorde boulevards. This closure is scheduled for Sunday, June 1, from 3 a.m. to 5 p.m. Northbound drivers will be directed to take a detour via Le Corbusier Boulevard, while those heading south can use the…