The Local Sunset
Montreal · Thursday, August 6, 2026 · 6:00 PM local · 23 min
Rundown
Every item in this broadcast, in order.
- AShelter CEO James Hughes Announces Liberal Candidacy in Quebec ElectionCBC Montreal
- AMontreal Home Sales Drop 10% in July as Prices RiseGlobal News Montreal
- AThree John Malkovich performances canceled in CanadaRadio-Canada Grand Montréal
- AMan's death in Maniwaki being investigated as homicideCBC Montreal
- ALightning ignites dozens of wildfires across Quebec in JulyGlobal News Montreal
- BLow thunderstorm risk expected in southern Quebec ThursdayJournal de Montréal
- BPerfect dark skies set for spectacular Perseids meteor shower in QuebecRadio-Canada Montréal
- BQuebec couple faces $20,000 birth bill as work‑permit delays threaten health coverageCBC Montreal
- BQuebec corn prices hit record lows this weekJournal de Montréal
- BQuebec psychiatrists urge province to appoint dedicated mental‑health ministerCBC Montreal
Stories from this broadcast
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Shelter CEO James Hughes Announces Liberal Candidacy in Quebec
James Hughes, CEO of Montreal’s Old Brewery Mission, announced his candidacy for the Quebec Liberal Party in the upcoming provincial election, bringing his…
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Low Thunderstorm Risk Forecast for Southern Quebec Thursday
Weather services have issued a minimal thunderstorm outlook for southern Quebec on Thursday, indicating a low chance of severe storms but a small possibility…
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Director Jacob Tierney asks fans to give space as Season 2 filming begins
Jacob Tierney asked fans on social media to give the cast and crew of Heated Rivalry space as Season 2 filming begins in Montreal and Toronto, stressing the…
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Montreal Home Sales Slip 10% in July as Prices Climb
Montreal home sales fell 10% in July 2026, yet prices rose for all property types, according to the Quebec real‑estate board, indicating a market adjustment…
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Moonless Night Promises Spectacular Perseids Showers Over Quebec
A moonless night on August 6, 2026, will give Quebec dark skies, enhancing the early view of the Perseids meteor shower.
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Quebec, Ontario Police Probe Stolen Cars, Aluminum Find in Sainte‑Julie
Quebec and Ontario police have launched a joint probe after dozens of stolen vehicles and aluminum ingots were discovered on a property in Sainte‑Julie,…
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John Malkovich Cancels Three Canadian Performances
John Malkovich has cancelled three scheduled performances of his play “Their Master’s Voice” in Montreal, Toronto and Ottawa for October 2026, leaving Canadian…
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Quebec Couple Faces $20,000 Birth Bill Over Permit Delays
A Quebec City couple may face a $20,000 medical bill for their upcoming childbirth because delayed work‑permit renewal could suspend their provincial health…
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Man's Death in Maniwaki Opened as Homicide Investigation
The Sûreté du Québec is investigating a man's death found in a Maniwaki home on August 3, 2026, as a homicide. No suspect information has been released, and…
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Quebec Corn Prices Reach Record Lows This Week
Quebec corn prices hit record lows in the week of Aug 6‑12, 2026, driven by favorable weather and a drop in U.S. demand, part of a wider North American price…
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Lightning Sparks Dozens of Quebec Wildfires, Activity Surpasses July Average
Lightning in July 2026 sparked dozens of wildfires in Quebec, accounting for over 40% of the month’s fires and pushing overall activity above the usual…
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Quebec Psychiatrists Demand Dedicated Mental‑Health Minister
Quebec psychiatrists’ association called on the government to appoint a mental‑health minister and introduced six measures to curb homelessness and suicide,…
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