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Sudbury’s outdoor market in now open for the season

There was a great turn-out throughout the day Saturday at Sudbury’s outdoor market, located at the corner of York Street and Paris Street.

Instead of its original location on Elgin Street, the market has now been moved to York Street. June 13/2020 (Molly Frommer/CTV News Northern Ontario)

Manitoulin OPP seek public assistance in hit-and-run investigation

Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Manitoulin Detachment were called to Meredith Street in Manitowaning just before 11:00 p.m. on Friday where a vehicle struck a pedestrian and left the scene without stopping.

Algoma University to study Lake Superior in multi-university partnership

Algoma University will be one of several partnering universities that will be studying the Lake Superior watershed this summer.

Just more than two months ago, Algoma University asked the community for help. The school was setting up an emergency fund to help students who were financially struggling during the pandemic. Since then, more than $140,000 has been raised. (File)

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Sudbury

Sudbury’s outdoor market in now open for the season

There was a great turn-out throughout the day Saturday at Sudbury’s outdoor market, located at the corner of York Street and Paris Street.

Manitoulin OPP seek public assistance in hit-and-run investigation

Lively grocery store wins national recognition

Battistellis’ Independent Grocer in Lively has won a national award as Independent Grocer of the Year for 2020. Independent grocers from across Ontario compete for the title annually.

Sudbury seeing one of largest drops in housing affordability in Canada

New statistics have confirmed what many people have already realized: it's a lot harder to find an affordable home in Greater Sudbury than it used to be.

Sudbury company making moon dust for NASA

Deltion Innovations, a company based in Capreol in Greater Sudbury, has developed a product that simulates moon dust.

North Bay

Greyhound cuts will have ‘no impact on Ontario Northland'

Cuts to Greyhound Canada will have ‘no impact’ on services to Ontario Northland, the company says.

North Bay police begin downtown patrols on electric bikes

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

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 accused in prize scheme that cost a northern Ont. resident more than $5K

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.

Sault Ste. Marie

Algoma University to study Lake Superior in multi-university partnership

Algoma University will be one of several partnering universities that will be studying the Lake Superior watershed this summer.

Manitoulin OPP seek public assistance in hit-and-run investigation

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DEVELOPING | 29-year-old man wanted for attempted murder after 'altercation' in Sault Ste. Marie

The Sault Ste. Marie Police Service says Zachery Bisaillon, 29, is wanted for attempted murder following an incident in the 500 block area of North Street just before 10:30 p.m. last night. He is to be considered armed and dangerous.

Falcons return to nest at Sault International Bridge

Peregrine Falcons are once again getting attention at the Sault's International Bridge, after returning to their nesting boxes this spring.

After false positive, Sault man questioning COVID testing and quarantine rules

A Sault Ste. Marie man says he was ordered to remain in quarantine despite a negative COVID-19 test.

Timmins

COVID-19 outbreak declared at Timmins off-site hospital facility

The Porcupine Health Unit (PHU) has declared a COVID-19 outbreak at the off-site hospital facility operated by the Timmins and District Hospital (TADH).

Porcupine Health Unit in Timmins. Apr/20 (Lydia Chubak/CTV Northern Ontario)

Timmins man charged following string of armed robberies

Police have charged a 31-year-old Timmins man with several offences following a string of robberies in the area, the most recent of which took place Friday night.

COVID crisis means people 18 and older now eligible for vaccines in Porcupine district

The Porcupine Health Unit area is the first in the northeast to offer COVID-19 vaccines for people aged 18 and older, around two weeks ahead of schedule compared to other health units in the region.

Province to increase nursing student enrollment, but college officials say funding needed to support expansion

The province said Friday it is spending $35 million to increase enrollment in nursing education programs in colleges and universities throughout Ontario.

Outbreak declared at Iroquois Falls prison as more COVID-19 cases reported in Timmins area

The Porcupine Health Unit said Friday evening that there has been a COVID-19 outbreak at Monteith Correctional Complex.

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Ont. girl teaches kids about life on a farm in new TV show

Young Gaby stars in her own TV show for kids, showing what's behind her admiration for agriculture.

Canadians runners lead pack in virtual 'ultra marathon'

Athletes from around the world are taking part in a virtual marathon and two Canadians are leading the pack.

This woman from the U.K. is creating art by bruising bananas

Cat leaps 5 storeys from burning building and walks away

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Got your COVID-19 vaccine? This Quebec company will pay employees up to $2,500

One Quebec company is offering cash bonuses to its employees -- and even new hires -- to encourage them to get vaccinated.

Adam Feller reacts as he gets his Pfizer shot at a COVID-19 vaccination clinic, Thursday, May 13, 2021 in Montreal. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Ryan Remiorz

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.

Northern Artists Perform

A Keith Whitely cover from Sudbury

Sudbury's Ivan Brabant, who is anxious to get back on the stage when the pandemic is over, covers 'Brother Jukebox' by Keith Whitely.

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.

Around Ontario

Timmins area struggles with COVID-19 surge

The COVID-19 situation in the Timmins area is so bad that vaccinations are now offered to anyone 18 and older. Sergio Arangio reports.

Canadian Tulip Festival begins

The virtual event brings real life crowds to see vibrant displays. CTV's Tyler Fleming reports.

Can Ontario really have a 'two dose summer'?

The government has said it will need about 11 million doses to meet it's goal of fully vaccinating everyone by Sept. 22.

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Canada's vaccine rollout operation won't miss a beat with new military leader: expert

An expert in military affairs says the sudden departure of the military official in charge of Canada's vaccine rollout is unlikely to have any impact on the high-profile operation.

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AstraZeneca-Oxford developer blasts Canada's approach to vaccine, says 'messing around is going to cost lives'

As several provinces suspend the first dose of AstraZeneca, and questions remain about whether a second shot will be green-lighted, the researcher who oversaw the development of the vaccine says the move is not only flawed but may lead to serious consequences.

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Hundreds protest for the 'liberation of Palestine' in Montreal

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Vancouver police, mayor apologize for handcuffing of B.C.'s first Black Supreme Court justice

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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.