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Moose Factory resident charged with first-degree murder

A 31-year-old resident of Moose Factory First Nation has been charged with first-degree murder, Ontario Provincial Police said Friday.

An OPP cruiser has its lights flashing. FILE IMAGE (CTV News)

Third confirmed death from COVID-19 in Timiskaming

A third person in its coverage area has died of COVID-19, the Timiskaming Health Unit announced Friday.

Ontario premier reveals new details on province's reopening plan

Ontario Premier Doug Ford says his government is finalizing its plans to exit the final stage of its reopening plan in order to 'cautiously lift more public health measures' currently in place.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford wears a mask during a press conference at Queen's Park in Toronto, Wednesday, Sept. 22, 2021. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Cole Burston

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Sudbury

Sudbury patient sick of virtual appointments

For Sudbury's Karen Haslam, going to the doctor is often a last resort. But with virtual medicine being used by doctors during the pandemic, she says she needs to see a doctor in person.

Donation by Sudbury physicians help's city's vulnerable population

On Thursday, a group of Sudbury physicians made a generous donation to the Inner Home of Sudbury.

Huntsville man charged after making threats with a knife at a local business

A 24-year-old from Huntsville was charged after causing a scene with a large knife in front of a local store, police say.

Province funds fight against human trafficking in the north

The Ontario government has announced $1.5 million in cash and proceeds seized from criminals will be spent across the province to help local partners fight back against crime.

Ontario NDP leader makes stop in Sudbury at LU

Ontario NDP leader Andrea Horwath was at Laurentian University on Wednesday.

North Bay

North Bay police seize more than $348K in illicit drugs

A 38-year-old North Bay man is facing several drug-related charges after police seized more than $384,000 in illegal drugs during a combined operation Thursday.

North Bay police cruiser. May 20/21 (Eric Taschner/CTV Northern Ontario)

North Bay neighbourhood honours long-time letter carrier who’s retiring

A long-time letter carrier in North Bay is hanging up his mailbag.

North Bay businesses frustrated with capacity limits

Restaurants in North Bay want more than just government making decisions that affect their business.

Huntsville man charged after making threats with a knife at a local business

A 24-year-old from Huntsville was charged after causing a scene with a large knife in front of a local store, police say.

Fatal collision south of North Bay

OPP with the Almaguin Highlands detachment are investigating a fatal collision in Laurier Township.

Sault Ste. Marie

Northern Santa Claus parades not all returning in full capacity

Northern communities are already starting to plan their Santa Claus parades, but not all will return in their traditional formats.

High vaccine compliance at Sault Area Hospital and municipality

COVID-19 vaccination policies at the City of Sault Ste. Marie and Sault Area Hospital appear to be working, with both organizations seeing high compliance among staff.

Welcome to Bawating? First Nations leader calls for Sault to be renamed

The area where the City of Sault Ste. Marie now sits was once known as Bawating, and a local Indigenous leader would like to see the city to go back to its original name.

Relief, uncertainty as U.S. border to reopen in Sault Ste. Marie

After a record-long closure due to concerns about COVID-19, the United States will be reopening its land border to non-essential travel for Canadians next month.

Electrical fire at Sault Ste. Marie health centre causes significant damage

An early morning fire at a medical office building in Sault Ste. Marie has caused 'considerable damage,' officials say.

Timmins

Moose Factory resident charged with first-degree murder

A 31-year-old resident of Moose Factory First Nation has been charged with first-degree murder, Ontario Provincial Police said Friday.

Third confirmed death from COVID-19 in Timiskaming

A third person in its coverage area has died of COVID-19, the Timiskaming Health Unit announced Friday.

Timmins health unit warns of COVID-19 exposure on recent Air Canada flight

The Porcupine Health Unit is advising the public of a high-risk public exposure to COVID-19 related to a recent flight.

Timmins police aim to buy licence plate reader to identify suspended drivers on the road

Const. Chris Gauthier of the Timmins Police Service said he's noticing an upward trend in the number of suspended drivers on local roadways.

COVID booster shots being offered at Timmins seniors facility

Under recommendations from the province to give high-risk people a third dose of a COVID-19 vaccine, the St. Mary's Gardens Home for the Aged in Timmins jumped at the opportunity to offer a booster shot to its residents.

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