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Northeast Winter Storm Disrupts Holiday Travel, Thousands of Flights Affected

  A powerful mix of snow and ice sweeping across the U.S. Northeast has caused major travel disruptions, leading to thousands of flight delays and cancellations across the region. The storm, which hit early Saturday, prompted states of emergency in New York and New Jersey and forced officials to warn residents to stay off treacherous roads. Airports in the New York metropolitan area—including JFK, LaGuardia, and Newark Liberty —were among the hardest hit, with airlines struggling to manage the post‑holiday travel surge. According to flight‑tracking data, more than 5,580 flights were delayed and at least 860 were canceled as of Saturday afternoon. Snowfall totals ranged from 15 to 25 centimeters across parts of New York, Connecticut, and Long Island, with New York City recording 2 to 4 inches in Central Park. Crews worked through the morning to de‑ice aircraft and clear runways as passengers faced long waits and rebooking challenges. New York Governor Kathy Hochul emphasized...
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Haitian Migrants Intercepted Near Quebec Border on Christmas Night

 


Nineteen Haitian migrants were intercepted by the RCMP on Christmas after crossing irregularly into Quebec from the United States during frigid weather conditions.

Police say the group, which included adults, a toddler, and a three‑year‑old child, entered Canada near Havelock in the Montérégie region, a few kilometres north of the New York border. U.S. authorities alerted Canadian officers early in the evening, prompting a coordinated search along the wooded border area.

Fifteen people were located hiding in the forest, while officers continued searching until late evening to find the remaining migrants. Eight individuals were taken to hospital, with several treated for frostbite. The two young children were also examined as a precaution.

The RCMP says the investigation is ongoing as officials determine next steps in processing the asylum seekers.


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