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Pierrefonds

New development attracting criticism in Pierrefonds

Some residents say borough is far from transparent when it comes to rezoning issues

Some Pierrefonds-Roxboro residents have been critical of the borough’s lack of transparency as it makes... » Full Story

Some Pierrefonds-Roxboro residents have been critical of the borough’s lack of transparency as it makes some zoning changes to accommodate new developments.Lewis Poulin, a member of the Association des... » Full Story

Pierrefonds, Roxboro try to get on the same page when it comes to bylaws

Borough harmonizes bylaws of ex-cities

The proposed harmonization of the urban planning regulations between the former municipalities of... » Full Story

The proposed harmonization of the urban planning regulations between the former municipalities of Pierrefonds and Roxboro has caused some disharmony among residents.The 1,050-page document was only made public... » Full Story

Fundraising concert set at Pierrefonds Comprehensive High School

Call it a labour of love.The students organizing a concert at Pierrefonds Comprehensive High School... » Full Story

Call it a labour of love.The students organizing a concert at Pierrefonds Comprehensive High School this month love music and they love helping other kids.So they are hoping to raise about $3,000 to... » Full Story

Industrious Riverdale High students raising money for Haiti

Students were personally touched by the devastating earthquake

Grade 11 student Myles Guénin didn’t know until he saw his grandmother interviewed on TV that she had... » Full Story

Grade 11 student Myles Guénin didn’t know until he saw his grandmother interviewed on TV that she had survived the devastating earthquake in Haiti, just days after returning to the Caribbean island to help people,... » Full Story

Stabbing took place in well known 'hot spot' of Pierrefonds

Police have increased surveillance in the area

The city of Pierrefonds is very aware of a “hot spot” across the street from Pierrefonds Comprehensive... » Full Story

The city of Pierrefonds is very aware of a “hot spot” across the street from Pierrefonds Comprehensive High School where a boy was stabbed last week. And officials are working to improve security there, a borough... » Full Story

Hope fades for missing Pierrefonds man in Haiti

'Without our consent, we are in mourning'

More than two weeks after the devastating earthquake that hit Haiti on Jan. 12, hopes are fading that... » Full Story

More than two weeks after the devastating earthquake that hit Haiti on Jan. 12, hopes are fading that Alexandre Bitton, a 36-year-old computer technician from Pierrefonds on business in that country, will be found... » Full Story

Concert for Haiti aid set for Saturday

Funds raised to go to Canadian Red Cross

United for Haiti’s Success, a fundraising concert takes place Saturday at Pierrefonds Comprehensive... » Full Story

United for Haiti’s Success, a fundraising concert takes place Saturday at Pierrefonds Comprehensive High.The program is diverse, with such artists as Dubmatique, Toto Laraque (jazz), Freddy... » Full Story

Pierrefonds Royals win atom tourney

Second tournament victory this season

The Pierrefonds atom A Royals captured the 24th annual PEYO tournament Sunday with a 4-1 win over... » Full Story

The Pierrefonds atom A Royals captured the 24th annual PEYO tournament Sunday with a 4-1 win over the St. Donat/RDP Dragons.The Royals also won the St. Michel tourney in December.Team members are... » Full Story

Palmer sprints to silver; sets McGill record

Despite setting a McGill school record, Hank Palmer of Pierrefonds had to settle for a silver medal in the... » Full Story

Despite setting a McGill school record, Hank Palmer of Pierrefonds had to settle for a silver medal in the men’s 60-metre sprint final at the 15th annual McGill Team Challenge track and field meet on the... » Full Story

Lights out folks

On a Friday night, in Pierrefonds borough, electricity was cut out at 6 p.m. without any notice to... » Full Story

On a Friday night, in Pierrefonds borough, electricity was cut out at 6 p.m. without any notice to residents. We found ourselves out of heat in the dead of a winter when the chilling air reached below 20.At... » Full Story

Schools reach out to attract students

Greendale host open house on weekend in attempt to stand out from crowd

With enrolment numbers down across the Lester B. Pearson School Board, schools are having to become more... » Full Story

With enrolment numbers down across the Lester B. Pearson School Board, schools are having to become more aggressive and more creative in trying to attract students.That’s the reason Greendale elementary... » Full Story

Teens held in stabbing of boy, 16, in Pierrefonds

Robbery believed to be motive for assault

Two teenagers are to face charges in Youth Court today of armed robbery, uttering threats, assault with a... » Full Story

Two teenagers are to face charges in Youth Court today of armed robbery, uttering threats, assault with a weapon and weapons possession after a 16-year-old boy was stabbed yesterday in Pierrefonds.The incident... » Full Story

Pierrefonds man's friends wait and hope for news from Haiti

Husband and father was in Port-au-Prince on business when quake hit

Hope was faint but still alive yesterday at the small Terrebonne company where Alexandre Bitton works, as... » Full Story

Hope was faint but still alive yesterday at the small Terrebonne company where Alexandre Bitton works, as his friends tried to glean any sign of him amid the ruins of his hotel in Port-au-Prince.The... » Full Story

Summer Day Camp * Pierrefonds Roxboro

This day camp is run by a non-profit group and has affordable day camp for children ages 4 to 17. ... » Full Story

This day camp is run by a non-profit group and has affordable day camp for children ages 4 to 17. This day camp fills the children's days with many activities and is run by experienced monitors who understand... » Full Story

Chinese Tai Chi Master from the Yang family to hold seminar in August 2010 in Montreal

Master Yang Jun will visit Montreal in August 2010 and hold a four-day Tai Chi Seminar. There are... » Full Story

Master Yang Jun will visit Montreal in August 2010 and hold a four-day Tai Chi Seminar. There are five official styles of Tai Chi recognized in China. The Yang style is one of them and we are very fortunate to... » Full Story

Salsa Classes for Couples / Daycare available/ Saturdays 7-8pm

Salsa classes are held throughout the year (break for the summer months) Saturday evenings from 7-8 p.m.... » Full Story

Salsa classes are held throughout the year (break for the summer months) Saturday evenings from 7-8 p.m. It is a great outings for couples and for their children. It is casual atmosphere and a great time is had by... » Full Story

Tai Chi Classes for Beginners

Tai Chi Classes are well under way with registration for beginners held in January, February, April and... » Full Story

Tai Chi Classes are well under way with registration for beginners held in January, February, April and September. We have more than 40 classes per week to offer. Sergio Arione, the head instructor, has more... » Full Story

Residents in new Pierrefonds development left in the dark

They want to know when street lights will be hooked up

When Davide Pecora moved into his new home on Du Traineau St. in Pierrefonds-Roxboro in June of 2008, he... » Full Story

When Davide Pecora moved into his new home on Du Traineau St. in Pierrefonds-Roxboro in June of 2008, he wasn’t surprised to see that the street lights were not yet up as the area was a new... » Full Story

Looking for a little PEACE - Yoga might be just what you’re looking for….

With our fast-paced lifestyles, we rarely take time to relax, breathe and do something... » Full Story

With our fast-paced lifestyles, we rarely take time to relax, breathe and do something for ourselves. So much of our lives are devoted to caring for others – whether it be our boss, spouse,... » Full Story

VOLUNTEER HONOURED: Helping can be contagious

Pierrefonds student on of three teen recognized for their efforts in helping others

After devoting a big chunk of her time to volunteering during the school year, Jaskiran Attar discovered... » Full Story

After devoting a big chunk of her time to volunteering during the school year, Jaskiran Attar discovered that volunteering can be contagious.... » Full Story

Upcoming Events in Pierrefonds

Wednesday, March 17, 2010 - 6:30am

St-Patrick's Dinner Dance

Friday, March 19, 2010 - 7:00pm

The Artists' Circle of the West Island Art Exhibition and Sale

Saturday, March 20, 2010 - 6:00pm

St. Patrick's Dinner

Thursday, April 22, 2010 - 6:00pm

"In the Spirit of Advocacy" Gala Fundraiser

Thursday, May 13, 2010 - 1:00pm

Pierrefonds Soccer Association Summer Soccer Registration

Friday, July 16, 2010 - 7:00pm

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Recent Police Blotter

Pierrefonds teen robbed

A 14-year-old Pierrefonds boy was threatened by a knife-wielding teen last week. The thief wanted the boy’s money, iPod, coat and hat.The robber got the boy’s wallet and iPod, but not his coat and... » Full Story

Drive-through window scene of attempted robbery

Police nabbed three men who wanted a lot more than fries-with-that at a fast food restaurant in Pierrefonds.The trio drove up to a take-out window at a restaurant on Sources Blvd. and when their turn came to... » Full Story

Bank robber helps himself to cash

A bank robber helped himself to an as-yet undetermined amount of cash last week during a theft at a bank in Pierrefonds.The man jumped over the counter soon after entering a bank on St. Charles Blvd. at 2:40... » Full Story

Radio stolen during car break-in

Someone stole the radio from a parked car in Pierrefonds after forcing open the driver door.Montreal Police Constable Daniel Maheu said the theft took place during the night of Jan. 18 to 19. The car had been... » Full Story

Pierrefonds depanneur robbed after clerk buzzes him in

A kind-hearted depanneur clerk who buzzed a man into the Pierrefonds store where he worked was robbed last week.Montreal Police Constable Daniel maheu said the clerk buzzed the man into the St.... » Full Story

GPS units stolen from cars

Someone broke into two vehicles in Pierrefonds last week and made off with various items from the cars, including GPS units.“In both cases, the GPS units were installed in full view, near... » Full Story

Watch out for counterfeit bills

Station 3 has a new commander.Michel Wilson has replaced Sylvie Lapierre as commander of the post covering, Pierrefonds/Roxboro, Ile Bizard and Ste. Genevieve.Wilson began his police career in 1983,... » Full Story

He came in through the upstairs window....

A 50-year-old Pierrefonds man was vacuuming at home last week when he came face to face with a burglar.“The man had been vacuuming on the second floor of his Chateau Pierrefonds residence when he saw a... » Full Story

Man assaulted and robbed by gunman

A 34-year-old man leaving work in Pierrefonds on Saturday was assaulted and robbed by a man with a gun .“The man had just finished work and gotten into his vehicle when he was approached by a man with a gun... » Full Story

Drive-through service window proved an easy entrance for robber

They got in through the drive-through service window.Montreal Police Constable Daniel Maheu said Monday that someone drove up to a fast-food restaurant at about 4 a.m. on Oct. 16 and entered the... » Full Story

Groundbreaking ceremony for new Station 3

A groundbreaking ceremony took place Tuesday for a new home for Station 3. The new station, which will be certified LEED – Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design – will be located on Pierrefonds... » Full Story

Computer stolen in elementary school break-in

Someone broke into a Pierrefonds elementary school and stole a computer.Montreal Police Constable Daniel Maheu said the break-in at the Méloche St. school took place during the night of Sept.... » Full Story

Boy injured as he crossed Oakwood St. in Pierrefonds

A 13-year-old boy suffered a broken nose and minor injuries after being struck by a car as he crossed Oakwood St. in Pierrefonds.Montreal Police Constable Daniel Maheu said the boy and a friend were crossing... » Full Story

Homeowners gone for one hour come home to find they've been robbed

Never leave your the doors and windows to your house unlocked when you go out because, as the residents of a Normand St. home can attest, all it took was one hour for their home to be robbed.Montreal... » Full Story

Man armed with a steak knife robs grocery store

Police are looking for a man in his 50’s who, armed with a steak knife, robbed a Pierrefonds Blvd. grocery store last week.Montreal Police Constable Daniel Maheu said the man entered the store at 7:45 p.m. on... » Full Story

Graffiti spray-painted twice on same fence

Montreal Police are seeking information regarding the three people who appear to have targeted a particular fence in Pierrefonds on which to spray-paint graffiti..”The graffiti itself... » Full Story

Watch out for cyclists when turning into a driveway

Police are asking motorists to take extra care regarding cyclists when turn into a driveway of a home or business.“Please be very vigilant when you cross through a bicycle path,” Montreal Police Constable... » Full Story

Police ID two of three teens on scooter spree

Police have identified two of the three teens who fired a cap gun at a Pierrefonds man, tried to run him over with a scooter and scrawled the word “nieger” on the front of his Cecile St. house.... » Full Story

Night intrusion arrests could lead to solving armed robbery

One 18-year-old and two minors from Pierrefonds were arrested last week for trespassing on someone’s property – and those arrested may be connected to an earlier crime, said police.... » Full Story

Teenager stabbed

A 19-year-old Pierrefonds resident was stabbed Sunday night in what police think may have been a racially motivated dispute between two groups of young people.Montreal Police Constable Daniel Maheu... » Full Story

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