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David Bowie painting found near North Bay, Ont., sells for record $108K in auction

A David Bowie painting bought for $5 at a donation centre near North Bay, Ont., has sold for $108,120 at auction.

The painting – entitled D Head XLVI -- was found at the Macher Mall in summer 2020. In November, the person who found it (who is remaining anonymous) contacted Cowley Abbott Fine Art, an art auctioneer in Toronto, to find out more information on the painting. (Supplied

Vaccine appointments for second doses must be rebooked, Sudbury health unit says

The good news is Ontario is accelerating the timeline for residents to get their second shot of COVID-19. But that also means if you already booked your appointment, you have to reschedule it for the earlier date.

People ages 75 and older who live in the area covered by Public Health Sudbury & Districts can begin booking their appointment for a COVID-19 vaccine starting Saturday. (Supplied)

Data shows 91.5% of drivers speed through Timmins roadway, police say

Recent traffic data collected by the Timmins Police Service found that 91.5 per cent of drivers are speeding when they travel of Harold Avenue, police said Thursday.

Two people from the Toronto area, ages 17 and 18, are facing fines for breaching emergency orders imposed by the province to try and slow the spread of COVID-19. (Supplied)

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Sudbury

Vaccine appointments for second doses must be rebooked, Sudbury health unit says

'Suspicious' fire at house on the Kingsway in Sudbury where body was found Tuesday

Greater Sudbury firefighters were called out early Thursday morning to a house fire on the Kingsway.

Another COVID-related death in Greater Sudbury

As reopening of the economy continues following the last lockdown, another tragic death due to COVID-19 has been reported by Public Health Sudbury and Districts – the 31st in Greater Sudbury.

Sudbury Writers’ Guild releases new book on old Sudbury General Hospital: ‘It’s a real little time capsule’

Calling it a “time capsule” of the old Sudbury General Hospital and the unmistakable rainbow mural, the Sudbury Writers’ Guild is going public with its latest book.

Sudbury mayor backs call for drug decriminalization to help fight opioid crisis

As the opioid crisis continues to claim lives across Ontario. Ontario mayors are calling for upper levels of government to decriminalize some substances to help combat addiction.

North Bay

David Bowie painting found near North Bay, Ont., sells for record $108K in auction

A David Bowie painting bought for $5 at a donation centre near North Bay, Ont., has sold for $108,120 at auction.

Defence can question former West Nipissing public works manager in fraud lawsuit, judge rules

The defence can question a former public works manager in West Nipissing, a judge hearing a $450,000 lawsuit connected to fraudulent invoices has ruled.

North Bay Jail closed for at least two weeks due to COVID-19 outbreak

The province has confirmed the North Bay Jail will be closed for a minimum of two weeks as 32 inmates and one staff member have tested positive for COVID-19.

New North Bay art gallery exhibit highlights Indigenous people’s resilience

A new art exhibit at the WKP Kennedy Art Gallery in North Bay is highlighting the "unseen resiliency" of Indigenous people after they have faced in the wake of troubling trials and tribulations.

Police searching for backpack, tent belonging to North Bay man found dead near Big Brother Road

As part of their investigation into the sudden death of a North Bay man June 14, Ontario Provincial Police are hoping the public can help them find some of his belongings.

Sault Ste. Marie

Unusual sight at Sault Ste. Marie Canal

It's not something people at the Sault Ste. Marie Canal usually sees, a moose swimming in the water in the locks that bypass the rapids on the St. Marys River.

Moose swimming in Sault Ste. Marie Canal. June 22/21 (Tourism Sault Ste. Marie)

Two northern health units monitoring reports of rare adverse effects connected to vaccines

Health officials with two northern Ontario agencies say they are monitoring incidents of two heart inflammation conditions being reported in a small number of people following COVID-19 vaccinations in the province.

Rising food costs a major challenge for restaurant owners emerging from COVID-19 restrictions

Food costs from suppliers have risen significantly in the last year, and for at least one restaurant in Sault Ste. Marie, it means tough decisions are coming.

Sault police seize handgun, charge two people with firearm, drug offences

A man and a woman in Sault Ste. Marie are facing charges following a raid on a Patrick Street residence Monday evening.

Sault Ste. Marie man runs every street in the city for hospice

A long-distance runner in Sault Ste. Marie is finishing up a unique journey. Jonathan Mogg has run every single street in the Soo while raising money for ARCH Hospice.

Timmins

Data shows 91.5% of drivers speed through Timmins roadway, police say

Recent traffic data collected by the Timmins Police Service found that 91.5 per cent of drivers are speeding when they travel of Harold Avenue, police said Thursday.

New pothole repair machine hits Timmins streets

Anticipation has been brewing for Timmins to have its first semi-automated pothole patcher machine – the Python 5000 -- maintaining city roads.

COVID-19 restrictions loosen in Timmins thanks to a drop in cases and an increase in vaccination rates

The wait is almost over in Timmins for customers to get a bite to eat or have a beer on a restaurant's outdoor patio. Porcupine Health Unit officials say the majority of the area can get back to business – slowly -- as it moves to Step 1 of reopening.

Two northern health units monitoring reports of rare adverse effects connected to vaccines

Temiskaming teen accused of making threats on social media

A youth in Temiskaming Shores is facing charges after Ontario Provincial Police responded to a call June 18 about someone making threats.

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Ont. mom shares incredible story of son born 4 months early

Jaxen Green arrived premature, the size of Sharpie marker on Feb. 5.

Three-year-old Que. boy granted wish to meet Metallica

A three-year-old boy, suffering from a terminal illness, was able to meet his heroes in heavy metal band Metallica.

Indigenous Circle: Drawing on horror, healing and hope

In this edition of Indigenous Circle, Merella Fernandez has the story of how the discovery of 215 unmarked graves in B.C. inspired one Ontario artist's creations.

95-year-old message in a bottle reunited with owner's family

A diver in Michigan found a message in a bottle nearly 100 years old, and reunited the note with the owner's daughter after searching on Facebook.

Perry Bellegarde reflects on time as AFN national chief

Massive fire destroys 12 homes at an Ont. construction site

From CTV Kitchener: Officials are investigating the cause of a massive fire that destroyed 12 under-construction homes and damaged others.

Caught on cam: Moose swims in Sault Ste. Marie, Ont. canal

How a Sask. photographer captured this Canadian moment

A Saskatoon man has captured a video of a beaver standing underneath a Canadian flag near the Meewasin Trail.

Canada's only interprovincial zip line set to welcome riders

Canada's only interprovincial zip line will open soon. CTV's Tyler Fleming takes a trip over the Ottawa River.

Editor's Picks

Wilson-Raybould calls out Crown-Indigenous Minister Bennett for sending her 'racist' text

Crown-Indigenous Relations Minister Carolyn Bennett has admitted to, and apologized for, sending Independent MP and former Liberal justice minister Jody Wilson Raybould a text message that Wilson-Raybould called 'racist' and 'misogynist.'

Then-Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada Jody Wilson-Raybould, left, looks on as Minister of Indigenous and Northern Affairs Carolyn Bennett speaks about the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal regarding discrimination against First Nations children in care during a news conference on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, Tuesday, January 26, 2016. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld

'Appalling' video of students burning Pride flag taken from Huntsville, Ont. school under investigation

Ontario Provincial Police and the Trillium Lakes District School Board are investigating after a video was posted to social media of a group of teens removing a Pride flag from a Huntsville, Ont. school and setting it on fire.

How Ontario's 'breakthrough' COVID-19 cases show that vaccines work

While even fully vaccinated individuals can still contract the virus and end up in a hospital, experts say those incidents will become fewer and further between as Ontario’s rollout continues.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford receives second shot of AstraZeneca vaccine

Ontario Premier Doug Ford is expected to receive his second dose of AstraZeneca on Thursday afternoon.

Seventh cat found dead in west Ottawa neighbourhood amid fears of serial cat killer

At least seven cats, believed to have been killed intentionally, have been found in a west Ottawa neighbourhood.

Northern Artists Perform

A 'Stand By Me' cover from Wiikwemkoong

Leslie Neshkiwe, from Wiikwemkoong, thought this song would send a good message at a difficult time. Here's her cover of 'Stand By Me.'

An original song from Timmins

Timmins-based musician Matt James, from the Mattagami First Nation, performs an original song with some friends called 'Gypsy Boots.'

The Pretty Reckless cover from Kapuskasing

Jessie and Shelly, from Kapuskasing, perform their cover of 'Back to the River,' by a group called The Pretty Reckless.

Around Ontario

New president for University of Sudbury

On Monday, Serge Miville will officially become the new president and vice-chancellor of the University of Sudbury.

Ottawa ramps up vaccine efforts

With more vaccines arriving, the city is opening new clinics but will that be enough to meet demand? CTV’s Christina Succi reports

Pop-up COVID-19 vaccine clinics coming: TVDSB

The dates and locations of a series of London-area, school-based vaccination clinics have been announced. CTV's Daryl Newcombe has more.

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Cowessess First Nation says 751 unmarked graves found near former Sask. residential school

Cowessess First Nation says it has found 751 unmarked graves on the grounds of the former Marieval Indian Residential School in Saskatchewan.

The site of the former Marieval Indian Residential School. (CTV News Regina)

'Canada's responsibility to bear': PM on unmarked graves found near former Sask. residential school

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says that the hurt and trauma being felt by Indigenous people as a result of the Cowessess First Nation announcing the discovery of an estimated 751 unmarked graves near the former Marieval residential school in Saskatchewan is 'Canada's responsibility to bear.'

Wilson-Raybould calls out Crown-Indigenous Minister Bennett for sending her 'racist' text

St. Albert, Alta., RCMP investigating hate-motivated knife attack on 2 sisters wearing hijabs

A man wearing a mask approached the pair and yelled racial slurs towards them before grabbing one of the women by her hijab and knocking her to the ground, leaving her unconscious, police say.

Many feared dead after Florida beachfront condo collapses

A wing of a 12-story beachfront condo building collapsed with a roar in a town outside Miami early Thursday, killing at least one person and trapping residents in rubble and twisted metal. Rescuers pulled out dozens of survivors and continued to look for more.

Mississauga, Ont. pastor under fire for comments about 'good that was done' by residential schools

A Mississauga, Ont. pastor has issued a public apology for comments he made about the 'good that was done' in residential schools operated by the Catholic Church.

Forensics expert: Identifying remains found at former residential school sites could take 'decades'

In wake of yet another discovery of unmarked graves at the site of a former residential school, one forensics expert says it could take ‘decades” to identify.

'The wind was knocked out of me again': Residential school survivors share their stories after unmarked graves found in Sask.

With hundreds more unmarked graves discovered on the grounds of a former residential school in Saskatchewan, survivors of the system are once again speaking out about their experiences.