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Drivers in northern Ontario hit the road for the holiday weekend

The May long weekend is upon us and northern Ontarians didn't waste time Friday hitting the road and getting to their camp or cottage.

Police remind boaters about rules and regulations ahead of long weekend

With the May long weekend finally here, the Ontario Provincial Police and boating safety advocates are reminding boaters to follow safety rules, especially with so many other boaters out there.

Much of northeast under severe thunderstorm watch, hail possible

Severe thunderstorms could develop Friday afternoon in communities across northeastern Ontario, Environment Canada said.

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Drivers in northern Ontario hit the road for the holiday weekend

The May long weekend is upon us and northern Ontarians didn't waste time Friday hitting the road and getting to their camp or cottage.

Fire ban includes fireworks, Greater Sudbury reminds residents

The fire ban in effect in Greater Sudbury includes fireworks, the city said in a news release Friday.

Much of northeast under severe thunderstorm watch, hail possible

Severe thunderstorms could develop Friday afternoon in communities across northeastern Ontario, Environment Canada said.

Northern charities can now get donations of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies

While many charities have been able to accept donations of stocks, bonds and other investments, now more they are taking gifts of cryptocurrency.

Launch of video series in Sudbury highlighting cancer screening

Health Sciences North and the Northeast Regional Cancer Program have launched a new video series called 'Conversations about Cancer.'

North Bay

Police remind boaters about rules and regulations ahead of long weekend

With the May long weekend finally here, the Ontario Provincial Police and boating safety advocates are reminding boaters to follow safety rules, especially with so many other boaters out there.

Much of northeast under severe thunderstorm watch, hail possible

Severe thunderstorms could develop Friday afternoon in communities across northeastern Ontario, Environment Canada said.

Northern charities can now get donations of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies

While many charities have been able to accept donations of stocks, bonds and other investments, now more they are taking gifts of cryptocurrency.

Soo T-Birds ready for battle at national playoff

The champions of the Northern Ontario Junior Hockey League play the best Canadian junior ‘ A ‘ hockey teams in Estevan, Saskatchewan.

OutLoud North Bay building gets a major facelift

A hub for children in the 2SLGBTQ+ community and allies got a major facelift after working with Giant Tiger and a Canadian designer to give the space a major transformation.

Sault Ste. Marie

Much of northeast under severe thunderstorm watch, hail possible

Severe thunderstorms could develop Friday afternoon in communities across northeastern Ontario, Environment Canada said.

Northern charities can now get donations of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies

While many charities have been able to accept donations of stocks, bonds and other investments, now more they are taking gifts of cryptocurrency.

Ontario NDP leader sidelined with COVID-19, misses Sault event

Ontario NDP leader Andrea Horwath was set to kick off her northern tour in Sault Ste. Marie this week. However, after testing positive for COVID-19, Horwath is in isolation and unable to attend in-person campaign events for the time being.

Tenaris shows off results of $137M investment in Sault plant

Tenaris showcased its Sault Ste. Marie operation to local media Thursday as the company continues to upgrade the pipe-making facility.

Supervisor of women's shelter near Blind River charged with fraud

Ontario Provincial Police in East Algoma have charged the supervisor of the Mississauga First Nation Women's Shelter with fraud and breach of trust.

Timmins

Much of northeast under severe thunderstorm watch, hail possible

Severe thunderstorms could develop Friday afternoon in communities across northeastern Ontario, Environment Canada said.

Northern charities can now get donations of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies

While many charities have been able to accept donations of stocks, bonds and other investments, now more they are taking gifts of cryptocurrency.

Soo T-Birds ready for battle at national playoff

The champions of the Northern Ontario Junior Hockey League play the best Canadian junior ‘ A ‘ hockey teams in Estevan, Saskatchewan.

One person sent to hospital after Timmins area fire

The Timmins Fire Department told CTV News a smouldering fire at a home in the city's Schumacher area sent at least one person to hospital Wednesday evening.

Bryan Adams announces Canadian tour, here is where he will stop

He's been making hit music for decades and now, Grammy-winning Canadian musician Bryan Adams is bringing his newest album on a cross-Canada tour.

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Sudbury/Nickel Belt candidates square off for the senior vote

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Ontario NDP leader sidelined with COVID-19, misses Sault event

Ontario NDP leader Andrea Horwath was set to kick off her northern tour in Sault Ste. Marie this week. However, after testing positive for COVID-19, Horwath is in isolation and unable to attend in-person campaign events for the time being. She was scheduled to outline her party’s jobs plan in the Sault on Thursday, and she did that -- albeit virtually. (Mike McDonald/CTV News)

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More consumers reaching for alcohol-free beer, wines and spirits

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Gas prices in Ontario set to rise again. This is when you should fill up

Gas prices in Ontario dropped 10 cents per litre on Friday ahead of the long weekend but the relief at the pumps is expected to be short-lived.

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Golf ball causes $6,000 damage to Ontario home owner’s solar panels

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