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Motorcycle driver killed in North Bay following collision with moose

A 54-year-old man from Callander, Ont., was killed Thursday evening when his motorcycle collided with a moose.

The Ontario Provincial Police search for a missing Kitchener area man in Tiny Township, Ont. on Tues. April 6, 2021 (Rob Cooper/CTV News)

Downtown Sudbury demands solution to homeless people living in YMCA parking lot

In a news release Friday signed by Rob Jones, co-chair of Downtown Sudbury, the group called for a solution to the ongoing problem of homeless people living in the YMCA parking lot downtown.

Suspect arrested in northern Ontario internet fraud investigation

Ontario Provincial Police have arrested a suspect from Hamilton, Ont. in connection with an internet fraud investigation in Sturgeon Falls.

A woman uses her computer keyboard to type while surfing the internet in North Vancouver, B.C., on December, 19, 2012. (Photo: THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jonathan Hayward)

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Sudbury

Sudbury police searching for suspect who robbed Kathleen Street store using a needle

Greater Sudbury Police are searching for a male suspect who robbed a convenience store on Kathleen Street on Thursday evening.

Greater Sudbury Police have arrested a man wanted for a sexual assault of a woman in August 2018. (File)

Suspect arrested in northern Ontario internet fraud investigation

Ontario Provincial Police have arrested a suspect from Hamilton, Ont. in connection with an internet fraud investigation in Sturgeon Falls.

Two children found safe in Sudbury water search

Sudbury first responders are breathing a sigh of relief Friday morning after Junction Creek rescuers find two children safe and sound during search.

Push to recognize 'those who died because of the line of duty': Northern Ontario MPP introduces new legislation

Changes could soon be in the works as to how Ontario honours those police officers killed in the line of duty. MPP France Gelinas has introduced a private member's bill that would allow those officers who died by suicide as a result of the job, to be included in highway memorials.

Sudbury groups work to preserve Laurentian University greenspace

Two groups have set up networks to protect trails and prime property that is part of Laurentian University.

North Bay

North Bay police begin downtown patrols on electric bikes

The North Bay Police Service is conducting bicycle patrols in the city.

In a news release Friday, police said the bicycle patrols will be in effect throughout the warmer months, primarily downtown and surrounding neighbourhoods. (Supplied)

Motorcycle driver killed in North Bay following collision with moose

A 54-year-old man from Callander, Ont., was killed Thursday evening when his motorcycle collided with a moose.

Suspect arrested in northern Ontario internet fraud investigation

Ontario Provincial Police have arrested a suspect from Hamilton, Ont. in connection with an internet fraud investigation in Sturgeon Falls.

Planned power outage May 15 to affect areas around Nipissing, Powassan

Hydro One is advising residents in the Municipality of Powassan, the Townships of Nipissing, Chisholm and Machar, and Loring, Port Loring and District of a planned power outage on Saturday, May 15.

Owners heartbroken as 76-year-old Mattawa chip stand forced to close

A multigenerational Mattawa chip stand that has been open for 76 years is being forced to close its doors because it doesn't meet new fire code regulations.

Sault Ste. Marie

Sault tourism business ready for a busy summer, despite pandemic

Despite the state of the tourism industry due to COVID-19, a new tourism business in Sault Ste. Marie is looking to the future with optimism.

Sault airport gets nearly $9M for infrastructure upgrades

The federal government is providing nearly $9 million to help the Sault airport complete crucial infrastructure upgrades.

Man in the Sault murders his wife, turns gun on himself

Members of the Sault Police Service uncovered a tragedy May 7 when they conducted a well-being check on two residents on Foothill Road.

Suspects remain at large after shooting in Sault Ste. Marie, fled APS and OPP takedown

Sault Ste. Marie Police Service said a vehicle has been seized after shots were allegedly fired on Poplar Avenue Tuesday night. Suspects remain at large despite high-risk takedown effort by APS and OPP.

Toronto man sentenced for drug deal gone bad in Sault Ste. Marie

A cocaine dealer from Toronto has received six years in jail for a drug deal gone bad in Sault Ste. Marie in 2020 that left one person dead.

Timmins

Health unit in Timmins reports 20 new COVID-19 cases Friday

The Porcupine Health Unit reported 20 new COVID-19 cases among residents in the health unit area Friday, bringing the area's two-day total to 42.

A nurse holds a vial containing a patients test swab during a demonstrates of the drive-thru Covid-19 testing centre at the National Arts Centre Wednesday November 18, 2020 in Ottawa. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld

Timmins health unit reports 16 new COVID-19 cases Thursday

The area covered by the Porcupine Health Unit continues to struggle to contain the COVID-19 pandemic, with another 16 cases reported Thursday.

Power back on for Hydro One customers in Kirkland Lake area

Hydro One said at 6 p.m. Wednesday that power has been restored to more than 2,000 customers in the Kirkland Lake area.

EACOM in Timmins shuts down after four employees test positive for COVID-19

EACOM Timber in Timmins has voluntarily shut down after four employees tested positive for COVID-19.

Timmins health unit reports 29 more COVID cases Wednesday; now 123 new cases in the last week

The Porcupine Health Unit reported 29 new confirmed COVID-19 cases and six resolved cases Wednesday among residents in the health unit area.

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Iconic Alberta saloon built in 1913 can be yours for $925K

The Last Chance Saloon is listed for $925K and comes complete with historic artifacts, tall tales, ghost stories and no end of lore.

Underwater lot in San Francisco on sale for $90,000

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Trillions of Brood X cicadas emerging from the earth

Trillions of bugs called Brood X cicadas are emerging from the earth in astounding numbers. CTV’s Joy Malbon has the details.

Physical distancing circles return to popular Toronto park

Crews painted distancing circles throughout Toronto's popular Trinity Bellwoods Park for yet another summer to stop the spread of COVID-19.

Illinois boy builds world's tallest popsicle stick structure

Ellen DeGeneres confirms she's ending her talk show in 2022

Ellen DeGeneres is ending her hit talk show after allegations of running a toxic workplace.

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B.C. brewery unveils sneaky Green Screen IPA designed to disappear in video calls

A B.C. brewery has debuted a pandemic-inspired beer that can disappear into the background of some video conference calls.

What happens when divorced parents disagree on child COVID-19 vaccinations?

Separated and divorced parents often have disagreements on parenting issues, but the approval of certain COVID-19 vaccines for older children can be a contentious point for parents with opposing views on vaccination, and one that courts may increasingly have to resolve.

Kids behind bars: Runaway goats on B.C. highway 'taken into police custody'

Mounties were called in to round up four goats on the side of a highway in Surrey, B.C., this week.

Mother of victim speaks out after video of attack spreads on social media

A disturbing video that appears to show two young females being repeatedly assaulted by a group of girls in Riverview, N.B., is circulating on social media and now, the mother of one of the young victims is speaking out.

Students choosing fifth year 'victory lap' of high school as pandemic interrupts learning

Remote learning, cohorts and quadmesters have disrupted the way students get an education during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Northern Artists Perform

Cochrane singer covers a Bryan Adams classic

Mitch Jean, a singer and songwriter from Cochrane who works to help raise the profile of northern artists, covers a Bryan Adams classic.

New Liskeard man covers Bruce Springsteen

Simon Rivard lives in New Liskeard with his wife and three kids. He performs a Bruce Springsteen cover to brighten everyone's day.

A Josh Turner cover from the Sault

Musician Don Discher from the Sault is sending this cover of Josh Turner's 'Long Black Train' to his sister.

Around Ontario

Free COVID-19 counselling sessions in Timmins

A counselling centre in Timmins is offering free services to people of all ages who might be struggling with the impact of COVID-19.

Making Orillia a ‘greener’ place to live

A young Orillia woman has a mission to make her city a greener one.

Moderna arrives at Ottawa pharmacies

Demand is high for appointments as Moderna arrives at select pharmacies in Ottawa. CTV’s Leah Larocque reports.

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Canadians can look forward to small, outdoor summer gatherings if vaccine targets are met: officials

The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) has issued preliminary guidelines detailing what Canadians can expect to do this summer and fall with fewer pandemic restrictions, all dependent on whether the country can meet its vaccine targets.

Chief Public Health Officer Dr. Theresa Tam provides an update on the COVID-19 pandemic in Ottawa on Friday, Jan. 8, 2021. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick

N.S. government granted injunction to stop anti-mask, anti-lockdown protests

Premier Iain Rankin says he sought a court injunction to halt plans for an anti-mask rally scheduled to take place on Citadel Hill on Saturday.

Israel pounds Gaza to curb Palestinian militants but rockets still fly

Israel pummeled Gaza with artillery fire and air strikes on Friday as it targeted Palestinian militant tunnels to try to stop persistent rocket attacks on Israeli towns.

Time to reopen the Canada-U.S. border? Congressman says new CDC guidance makes it a clear yes

A U.S. lawmaker who has made a political crusade out of getting the border with Canada reopened is once again pressing his case with U.S. President Joe Biden.

Fewer flights land in Canada with COVID-19 since ban on planes from India, Pakistan

The number of planes landing in Canada carrying passengers with COVID-19 was cut by more than half in the two weeks after the federal government barred incoming flights from India and Pakistan.

Scientists identify genes associated with COVID-19 risk

Scientists say they have identified a group of genes that may 'significantly increase' the risk of developing COVID-19.

WHO urges rich countries to donate shots instead of vaccinating children

The World Health Organization urged rich countries on Friday to reconsider plans to vaccinate children and instead donate COVID-19 shots to the COVAX scheme that shares them with poorer nations.

Joyce Echaquan's treatment in hospital 'inhuman' and 'shocking,' says brother at inquest

More family members are taking the stand today at a coroner's inquest into the death of an Indigenous woman last year subjected to insults as she lay dying in a hospital northeast of Montreal.

Dismantled B.C. drug lab could have produced enough fentanyl in 3 weeks to kill everyone in Canada, police say

Mounties in Surrey say they have dismantled a drug lab that was capable of producing enough fentanyl on a weekly basis to kill everyone in British Columbia twice, with enough fatal doses leftover to kill half the population a third time.