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Residents in Coniston excited for new 55-unit seniors complex

Nickel Belt MP Marc Serré announced Tuesday a $17.95 million loan to help build a new 55 unit seniors housing complex in Coniston.

North Bay police chief concerned with amount of street drugs in the city

The North Bay Police Service arrested eight people in the past week in relation to drug busts. Police say the drugs they’re seeing most often are cocaine, fentanyl and methamphetamine.

Laurentian University professor may have found the oldest fossil ever discovered

A Laurentian University professor may soon be entered into the history books for her find that's being described as potentially 'the oldest fossil record of animal life.'

Dr. Elizabeth Turner, a Laurentian University professor may soon be entered into the history books for her find that's being described as potentially the oldest fossil record of animal life. (Supplied)

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Residents in Coniston excited for new 55-unit seniors complex

Nickel Belt MP Marc Serré announced Tuesday a $17.95 million loan to help build a new 55 unit seniors housing complex in Coniston.

Laurentian University professor may have found the oldest fossil ever discovered

A Laurentian University professor may soon be entered into the history books for her find that's being described as potentially 'the oldest fossil record of animal life.'

As vaccination rates rise, Sudbury's health unit moves away from mass vaccination clinics

Rising vaccination numbers in the area covered by Public Health Sudbury & Districts means its time to move away from mass vaccination clinics, the health unit said Tuesday.

One person seriously injured in head-on collision in Greater Sudbury

A head-on collision in Greater Sudbury on July 31 sent one person to hospital with life-threatening injuries and left three others with minor injuries.

Markstay-Warren man killed in ATV rollover

A 73-year-old man from Markstay-Warren was killed July 31 in an ATV rollover, Ontario Provincial Police said Tuesday.

North Bay

North Bay police chief concerned with amount of street drugs in the city

The North Bay Police Service arrested eight people in the past week in relation to drug busts. Police say the drugs they’re seeing most often are cocaine, fentanyl and methamphetamine.

Forests Ontario plants record number of trees in Timiskaming district

Trees are everywhere in northern Ontario, and while we all benefit from their oxygen-producing capabilities, they often don’t get the credit they deserve.

Olympic skateboarding events inspire young boarders at North Bay skateboard camp

The 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, Japan has for the first time introduced skateboarding as an Olympic event with several medals being awarded out to young athletes. In North Bay, the sport is taking off.

Enjoy the water in North Bay this summer

From riding the Chief Commanda on Lake Nipissing to enjoying a bite to eat on Trout Lake, there’s plenty to do in, on, and near the water in North Bay.

North Bay-Mattawa Conservation Authority begin Chippewa Creek repairs

The North Bay-Mattawa Conservation Authority will begin work next week to remediate 45 metres of Chippewa Creek at Oak Street and re-establish the Kinsmen Trail link across the creek with a new pedestrian bridge.

Sault Ste. Marie

Chief Dean Sayers looking ahead to new term

Batchewana First Nation is giving its long-time leader another mandate. Dean Sayers will serve another term as chief after defeating two challengers by a wide margin in the latest band council elections.

Batchewana First Nation chief Dean Sayers was first elected chief in 2006, and as of right now, he has no plans to seek a higher office. Aug.1/21 (Mike McDonald/CTV News Northern Ontario)

‘Canoe for Every Child’ paddlers close completing journey

A pair of Northern Ontario women are well on their way in their canoe journey from Sault Ste. Marie to Spanish.

Monday's crash in Sault Ste. Marie claimed life of one man: police

As the investigation continues into the crash that sent 10 people to hospital in Sault Ste. Marie on Monday, police have revealed one person was killed as a result.

Construction and tree clearing underway in Sault Ste. Marie

It's construction season and a number of projects are underway in Sault Ste. Marie, ranging from road resurfacing to complete rebuilds.

Sault police detail events that led to multi-vehicle collision that sent 10 people to hospital

The Sault Police Service has released the sequence of events that led to a four-vehicle collision Monday on Great Northern Road that sent 10 people to hospital.

Timmins

Timmins, Ont., man and his dog attacked after confronting teens who were using foul language

A young person from Timmins is facing animal cruelty and assault charges following a confrontation July 31 with a 62-year-old man.

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)

Police find loaded firearm, stolen property, drugs; Temiskaming resident charged

A 42-year-old resident of Temiskaming Shores has been charged following an investigation by Ontario Provincial Police into a stolen bicycle.

Patricia Ballantyne's 'Walk of Sorrow' arrives in Timmins to share her message of healing

Patricia Ballantyne is a Woodland Cree woman from Saskatchewan and a residential school survivor. She began a journey of healing journey on June 5 when she left the site of the Prince Albert Residential School.

Potential low-risk COVID-19 exposure at Timmins Native Friendship Centre

The Porcupine Health Unit is advising of a potential low-risk public exposure to COVID-19 at the Timmins Native Friendship Centre.

People's Party of Canada leader tours northeastern Ontario

Kicking off his 'Mad Max Northeastern Ontario' tour in Iroquois Falls, People's Party of Canada leader Maxime Bernier addressed northerners Friday, calling for an end to COVID-19 lockdowns, political correctness and what he said are ineffective Liberal policies.

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Watch: Bear breaks into police officer's vehicle in Calif.

Video released on Aug. 1 shows a bear opening the rear door of a Calif. police officer's vehicle and peering inside.

Drone captures the rescue of whale trapped in fishing line

Drone video by Fisheries and Oceans Canada shows crews working to rescue a grey whale that had become tangled in fishing gear.

CTV weather anchor taking 24-hour paddle trip to raise money

Will Aiello prepares to ride around Ramsey Lake in Sudbury, Ont. to support the Canadian Organization for Rare Disorders.

Is TikTok the future of the music industry?

Kyle Lowry taking his talents to South Beach, joins the Heat

80-year-old N.S. runner finishes his last competitive race

'Real life' SpongeBob, Patrick Star seen during deep dive

Underwater video from July 27 shows two creatures resembling cartoon icons SpongeBob SquarePants and Patrick Star in the Atlantic Ocean.

Moose on the loose inside Vail, Colo., parking garage

A moose found wandering inside a parking garage in Colorado on July 27 was carried away to safety after wildlife officers sedated the animal.

Couple who met in isolation at seniors' home tie the knot

After a long 18 months of living in isolation, two residents of a seniors' home in White Rock tied the knot Saturday.

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Archdiocese apologizes after priest accuses residential school survivors of lying

A Winnipeg archdiocese will no longer allow a Catholic priest to preach publicly or teach after he suggested during a sermon that residential school survivors lied to get settlement money.

St. Emile Catholic Church in Winnipeg is pictured on July 29, 2021. (CTV News Photo)

Maritime teens credited with discovering new species of dragonfly from 300 million years ago

For 17-year-old best friends Luke Allen and Rowan Norrad of Halifax, summer means going to Grand Lake, N.B., and searching the rocky shorelines for signs of life from long ago – and the two have been making a name for themselves with their significant fossil finds.

High profile: Cannabis chemical delta-8 gains fans, scrutiny

A chemical cousin of pot's main intoxicating ingredient has rocketed to popularity over the last year, and the cannabis industry and state governments are scrambling to reckon with it amid debate over whether it's legal.

Indigenous-owned chip company in Manitoba will soon be on store shelves across Canada

People across the country could soon be experiencing a chip that was created by a Manitoba-based, Indigenous-owned company.

Meet the completely tattooed Brazilian who removed his nose, added horns and reshaped his ears to resemble an 'orc'

Inspired by skull imagery and 'The Lord of The Rings,' a Brazilian tattoo artist has covered nearly every part of his body in ink and undergone surgeries to give himself horns, a forked tongue and pointed orc ears, even cutting off his nose to complete the look.

Northern Artists Perform

Sudbury dad and daughter duo cover Bessie Smith

Veteran Sudbury musician Tommy Fyfe and his daughter Stef, a family going through tough times, perform a Bessie Smith cover.

A cover of 'Cry to Me' from Kirkland Lake

Christine Laforge from the Kirkland Lake area performs a cover of 'Cry to Me,' from the Dirty Dancing soundtrack.

Sudbury musician covers old Dusty Springfield song

Yvan Brabant of Sudbury busts out the Stratocaster guitar to cover 'I Only Wanna Be With You' by Dusty Springfield.

Around Ontario

Delta challenges in Grey Bruce

Extended interview with Dr. Ian Arra on the current COVID-19 situation in Grey Bruce. - iGateway

In-person events return to Ottawa

Some festivals in Ottawa are roaring back to life in Step 3 including Chamberfest with in-person concerts and safety protocols in place. CTV's Jackie Perez reports.

LTC driver appears to punch man at bus stop

An investigation is underway after video a London transit driver appearing to punch a man surfaced. CTV's Daryl Newcombe explains.

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Ready or not? Canadians apprehensive as parties brace for an election call

Behind the scenes, federal political parties are finalizing campaign plans in anticipation of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau calling an election this month. But, with the latest national modelling warning that the country may be on the verge of a fourth wave of COVID-19 infections, Canadians and the opposition parties are expressing concerns about hitting the trail.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau greets a protestor at a press conference held at a construction site, in Brampton, Ont., on Monday, July, 19, 2021. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christopher Katsarov

Canada Recovery Benefit now unavailable to people who didn't file taxes in 2019, 2020

The Canada Recovery Benefit is now unavailable to people who haven't yet filed their taxes for 2019 or 2020, according to recent changes on the Government of Canada’s website.

Long-lasting COVID-19 symptoms are rare in children: U.K. study

A large study out of the United Kingdom has found that long-lasting COVID-19 symptoms are rare in children, with most recovering within a week of being infected.

Premier off-loads responsibility to Alberta's top doctor as he defends COVID response

Premier Jason Kenney off-loaded responsibility on Alberta's top doctor for lifting all public health orders as local leaders and health-care experts from across the country continue to condemn the province's plans.

Ontario unveils back-to-school plan for September. Here's what you need to know

The Ontario government has revealed their highly anticipated back-to-school plan, which allows for all students to return to the classroom in-person this September.

English study finds a 50-60 per cent reduced risk of COVID for double-vaccinated

Fully-vaccinated people have an around 50 to 60% reduced risk of infection from the Delta coronavirus variant, including those who are asymptomatic, a large English coronavirus prevalence study found on Wednesday.

Frontier Airlines passenger charged with groping, punching flight attendants

An Ohio man was arrested in Florida over the weekend after being accused of groping two female flight attendants and punching a male flight attendant during a flight from Philadelphia to Miami, officials said.

Calls for action after shooting in east end Montreal leaves 3 dead

Montrealers are in shock after a shooting that left three people dead in the city's east end borough of Rivière-des-Prairies–Pointe-aux-Trembles on Monday.

Canada's Quinn will become first openly trans, non-binary athlete to win Olympic medal

Canadian soccer player Quinn is set to become the first openly trans, non-binary athlete to win an Olympic medal as Canada's soccer team looks to triumph over the Swedes in the women's final on Friday, a milestone advocates say this is a huge step for the LGBTQ2S+ community.