Quebec News

CHESTER, Pa. (AP) — Julián Carranza scored a goal in each half to lead the Philadelphia Union to a 3-0 Major League Soccer victory over CF Montreal on Saturday night.

MONTREAL — Another northern Quebec town was evacuated due to an out of control wildfire on Saturday as the federal government confirmed that Canadian Forces personnel would be deployed to help combat forest fires in the province.

Montreal police say they are investigating after one man died in a shooting outside an apartment today.

MONTREAL — Even after 92 games and six seasons in the CFL, Cody Fajardo had nerves playing in front of Alouettes fans in the pre-season for the first time as Montreal’s starting quarterback. “I'm always nervous,” said Fajardo.

QUEBEC — A bridge that provides the only road access to several communities on Quebec's north shore will reopen next weekend after being abruptly closed this week due to a crack.

MONTREAL — A city on Quebec's north shore declared a state of emergency on Friday as forest fires raged in different parts of the province, forcing thousands from their homes.

MONTREAL — CF Montreal had a difficult start on the road last year before embarking on a trip that defined its season.

MONTREAL — Air Canada says travellers should be prepared for further flight disruptions as it works to return service to normal following a technical malfunction Thursday.

MONTREAL — The Montreal Canadiens have signed winger Michael Pezzetta to a two-year, $1.625-million contract extension, the club announced Friday.

CF Montreal (6-8-1, ninth in the Eastern Conference) vs. Philadelphia Union (8-4-3, second in the Eastern Conference) Chester, Pennsylvania; Saturday, 7:30 p.m.