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Another southern Ont. snowmobiler dies in crash on a northern trail

Another southern Ontario resident in their 30s has died following a snowmobile crash in the northern region.

An OFSC trail sign - generic image. (CTV News)

Elliot Lake cancels drag race event, cites lack of interest, economic losses

Elliot Lake has cancelled the Northern Shore Drag Race, which has been going on for the past two decades and typically draws hundreds of vehicles and a thousand people.

Sudbury police say vehicle was travelling 170 km/h in 80 km/h zone

A young driver from Espanola has been charged with stunt driving following a recent incident in the early morning hours in Sudbury.

Ontario Provincial Police stopped a vehicle on MR55 at 3:23 a.m. March 18 that was travelling more than 170 km/h in a posted 80 km/h zone. (Supplied)

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Mixed response to northern Ontario racism survey

A survey by a northern Ontario think tank shows that while communities in the region are generally welcoming to visible minorities, racism and discrimination are still prevalent.

Elliot Lake cancels drag race event, cites lack of interest, economic losses

Elliot Lake has cancelled the Northern Shore Drag Race, which has been going on for the past two decades and typically draws hundreds of vehicles and a thousand people.

Sudbury police say vehicle was travelling 170 km/h in 80 km/h zone

A young driver from Espanola has been charged with stunt driving following a recent incident in the early morning hours in Sudbury.

Francophone musician in North Bay celebrates as his song reaches No. 1 across Canada

A long-time francophone musician in North Bay is celebrating as his latest hit single, ‘Simple de Même,’ holds the No. 1 spot on radio stations across the country.

Another southern Ont. snowmobiler dies in crash on a northern trail

Another southern Ontario resident in their 30s has died following a snowmobile crash in the northern region.

North Bay

Mixed response to northern Ontario racism survey

A survey by a northern Ontario think tank shows that while communities in the region are generally welcoming to visible minorities, racism and discrimination are still prevalent.

Francophone musician in North Bay celebrates as his song reaches No. 1 across Canada

A long-time francophone musician in North Bay is celebrating as his latest hit single, ‘Simple de Même,’ holds the No. 1 spot on radio stations across the country.

Another southern Ont. snowmobiler dies in crash on a northern trail

Another southern Ontario resident in their 30s has died following a snowmobile crash in the northern region.

Northern Ont. teen lands 1st acting gig in new Canadian series

A 13-year-old from northern Ontario tells CTV News how he went from having no acting experience to landing a role on an upcoming series for the streaming service Crave.

Northern Ont. woman rises to No. 5 in the world in extreme winter sport

An extreme winter sport athlete from Bonfield, Ont., has cracked the Top 5 in the world in her sport.

Sault Ste. Marie

Mixed response to northern Ontario racism survey

A survey by a northern Ontario think tank shows that while communities in the region are generally welcoming to visible minorities, racism and discrimination are still prevalent.

Elliot Lake cancels drag race event, cites lack of interest, economic losses

Elliot Lake has cancelled the Northern Shore Drag Race, which has been going on for the past two decades and typically draws hundreds of vehicles and a thousand people.

Francophone musician in North Bay celebrates as his song reaches No. 1 across Canada

A long-time francophone musician in North Bay is celebrating as his latest hit single, ‘Simple de Même,’ holds the No. 1 spot on radio stations across the country.

Sault chamber keeping close eye on upcoming provincial budget

The provincial government is poised to unveil its budget Thursday. Ensuring the needs of the north are met in the fiscal plan is at the top of the wish list for the Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce.

Another southern Ont. snowmobiler dies in crash on a northern trail

Another southern Ontario resident in their 30s has died following a snowmobile crash in the northern region.

Timmins

Mixed response to northern Ontario racism survey

A survey by a northern Ontario think tank shows that while communities in the region are generally welcoming to visible minorities, racism and discrimination are still prevalent.

Francophone musician in North Bay celebrates as his song reaches No. 1 across Canada

A long-time francophone musician in North Bay is celebrating as his latest hit single, ‘Simple de Même,’ holds the No. 1 spot on radio stations across the country.

Cochrane couple charged, $50K narcotics seized in raid

A northern Ontario couple in their 20s are facing drug trafficking charges after police seized $50,000 in narcotics.

New Timmins restaurant offers authentic Lebanese cuisine

Two members of the Muslim community in Timmins have opened an authentic Lebanese restaurant.

Another southern Ont. snowmobiler dies in crash on a northern trail

Another southern Ontario resident in their 30s has died following a snowmobile crash in the northern region.

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