Bumpboxx is fully embracing nostalgia with its latest boombox, the BB-777, which is modeled very closely on the legendary Sharp GF-777. A real deal GF-777 will set you back over $2,000 for one in working order. Plus, that vintage unit lacks modern amenities like Bluetooth or a rechargeable battery. Heck, it doesn’t even have a CD player.
The BB-777 takes the core of the GF, right down to the dual-cassette decks, control layout, and speaker specs printed above the subwoofers. It’s undeniably a gorgeous piece of gear with its vintage silver finish and extensive physical controls. But then it adds a replaceable battery pack, Bluetooth, and an …
<img src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/a-snowy-day-in-montreal.jpg?id=56000499&width=1200&height=800&coordinates=132%2C0%2C132%2C0"/><br/><br/><p>Hold on to your hats, Montreal.</p><p><a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/environment-canada" target="_blank">Environment Canada</a> has issued <a href="https://weather.gc.ca/index_e.html?layers=alert&province=QC¢er=52.59699706,-69.68870760&alertTableFilterProv=QC" target="_blank">several weather warnings for the city</a> on January 27, and it's shaping up to be a wild day. </p><p>Southwesterly winds are expected to reach up to 100 km/h this afternoon and evening, particularly in Montérégie, Greater Montreal and other areas such as Lanaudière and northern Quebec. </p><p>Wind gusts of that speed could cause tree branches to snap and send loose objects flying. Power outages can also occur, so make sure you've charged your devices and stocked up on candles.</p><p>As if that weren't enough, snow squalls are expected to hit Montreal on Monday night too, bringing periods of heavy snow and drastically reduced visibility. This could make travel dangerous, especially during the evening commute. Visibility may drop to near zero, so plan ahead if you need to be on the road.</p><p>Following the snow, an arctic air mass will sweep across the province, <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/quebec-winter-forecast-2025" target="_blank">causing temperatures to plummet</a>. As a result, Montreal is expected to see lows of -15 C on Tuesday. So if you thought the wind was bad, brace yourself for the bitter cold that's coming right behind it.</p><p>While snowfall totals for Montreal are expected to be minimal, areas surrounding the city may see higher accumulations.</p><p> Environment Canada is urging caution for anyone who has to travel, as sudden changes in the weather could make conditions unpredictable.</p><p>So if you don't absolutely need to be outside tonight, it might be a good idea to stay cozy indoors. Stay safe out there, Montreal!</p><p><em>This article's cover image was used for illustrative purposes only.</em></p><p><em>AI tools may have been used to support the creation or distribution of this content; however, it has been carefully edited and fact-checked by a member of MTL Blog's Editorial team. For more information on our use of AI, please visit our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/editorial-standards" target="_blank">Editorial Standards page</a>.</em></p>
<img src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/a-quebec-woman-claims-a-500000-loto-quebec-ticket.jpg?id=55832245&width=1245&height=700&coordinates=45%2C0%2C45%2C0"/><br/><br/><p>Cleaning out the garage is a tiresome task that most people dread. But for one Quebec woman, it turned into a life-changing moment she'll never forget.</p><p>Sandra Turrin from the Laurentians stumbled upon an important piece of paper earlier this month while tidying up her house — a winning Lotto Max ticket worth an eye-watering $500,000.</p><p>The ticket had been sitting at the bottom of an old grocery bag since the summer. Before tossing it in the trash, Sandra decided to check the results of the draw — which took place on August 13 — and thank goodness she did. </p><p>"I feel twice as lucky," she said in a Loto-Québec press release shared with MTL Blog. "I won, and I found the ticket before it expired."</p><p>Turrin, who purchased the winning ticket at the Jean Coutu pharmacy on Saint-Jacques Boulevard in Boisbriand, says she intends to pay off her mortgage with her newly-claimed winnings. </p><p>According to their <a href="https://loteries.lotoquebec.com/en/winners/prize-claims#:~:text=For%20draw%2Dbased%20lottery%20games,date%20shown%20on%20the%20ticket." target="_blank">website</a>, Loto-Québec gives winners one year from the draw date to claim a prize. They also suggest signing your name on the front of any winning tickets as well as filling out the back section. This proves that you're the rightful owner of the ticket and protects you against loss or theft.</p><p>So, if you've got any old tickets lying around, consider this your sign to check them before it's too late. Who knows? That jackpot might be closer than you think!</p><p><em>Love this? Check out our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/notices/" target="_blank">MTL Blog noticeboard</a> for details on jobs, benefits, travel info and more!</em></p><p><em>AI tools may have been used to support the creation or distribution of this content; however, it has been carefully edited and fact-checked by a member of MTL Blog's Editorial team. For more information on our use of AI, please visit our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/editorial-standards" target="_blank">Editorial Standards page</a>.</em></p>
