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Manitoulin drug dealer deemed dangerous offender in child sexual abuse case

A drug dealer from Manitoulin Island has been declared a dangerous offender after being convicted of more sex crimes against children.

Housing protest for international students was a ‘publicity stunt,’ northern Ont. college says

The president of a college in North Bay, Ont., says a recent protest at the school that saw students sleeping in tents was a “publicity stunt” organized by an outside group.

Residents in Rota’s riding express sadness, disappointment following resignation

There was no hustle and bustle outside of Nipissing-Timiskaming MP Anthony Rota’s North Bay constituency office on Wednesday.

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This legendary comedian brings standup to Casino Rama this spring

Legendary comedian Jerry Seinfeld brings his standup back to Casino Rama this spring.
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PHOTOS Stunning show of northern lights captured across Ontario last night

Stargazers in Ontario got quite the show as the northern lights illuminated the skies overnight Sunday.

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Wildfire about 1 km south of Pointe au Baril, Ont. Sunday

Victoria Brock in Forever and For Always: The Music of Shania Twain at Yes Theatre's Refettorio in Sudbury. (Juan Echavarria)

The Sault Ste. Marie YMCA has gone to the dogs – literally. Dog owners brought their beloved pets to the YMCA pool for the annual Doggie Dip fundraiser. (Mike McDonald/CTV News Northern Ontario)

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Sudbury

Sudbury aims to end homelessness by 2030

Homelessness is rising in Sudbury and at city council Tuesday night, steps were taken to end homelessness in the next 10 years.

Sudbury man dies in collision on Estaire Road

A 62-year-old man was killed Tuesday evening when his truck hit a guard rail and crashed on Estaire Road.

Roundabout construction in Sudbury will slow traffic again at Lasalle/Frood

With construction expected to be complete in November, Greater Sudbury is restricting traffic again at the corner of Frood Road and Lasalle Boulevard.

Manitoulin drug dealer deemed dangerous offender in child sexual abuse case

A drug dealer from Manitoulin Island has been declared a dangerous offender after being convicted of more sex crimes against children.

Several First Nations from Ring of Fire region demand meeting with Premier Doug Ford

Leaders of several First Nations from the Ring of Fire region in northern Ontario demanded a meeting with Doug Ford at the legislature on Tuesday, saying they needed to discuss concerns over possible mining in their territories -- but the premier refused their request.

North Bay

Residents in Rota’s riding express sadness, disappointment following resignation

There was no hustle and bustle outside of Nipissing-Timiskaming MP Anthony Rota’s North Bay constituency office on Wednesday.

Housing protest for international students was a ‘publicity stunt,’ northern Ont. college says

The president of a college in North Bay, Ont., says a recent protest at the school that saw students sleeping in tents was a “publicity stunt” organized by an outside group.

Manitoulin drug dealer deemed dangerous offender in child sexual abuse case

A drug dealer from Manitoulin Island has been declared a dangerous offender after being convicted of more sex crimes against children.

Several First Nations from Ring of Fire region demand meeting with Premier Doug Ford

Four people charged following controversy at northern Ont. fishing tournament

Four people are facing charges for violating Ontario Fishery Regulations in connection with a recent tournament on Lake Nipissing.

Sault Ste. Marie

Sault College supports Harvest Algoma

The Sault College Students' Union is donating $20,000 to Harvest Algoma in an effort to bolster local food security.

Manitoulin drug dealer deemed dangerous offender in child sexual abuse case

A drug dealer from Manitoulin Island has been declared a dangerous offender after being convicted of more sex crimes against children.

Several First Nations from Ring of Fire region demand meeting with Premier Doug Ford

Sault councils from both sides of the U.S./Canada border get together

Municipal representatives from both sides of the St. Marys River came together Monday night for the first joint council meeting in six years.

Impaired driver stole vehicle, then smashed it, Manitoulin OPP say

An 18-year-old resident of Sagamok First Nation has been charged following an incident Sept. 23.

Timmins

Promising early results for Timmins security patrol

The City of Timmins has been funding an overnight security patrol in an effort to address crime and safety concerns in the area.

Revamped website makes it easier for youths to report sextortion

Anyone who's worried about nude photos being shared online can reach out for help on needhelpnow.ca and will be walked through the process of removing sexual photos or video from the Internet.

Manitoulin drug dealer deemed dangerous offender in child sexual abuse case

A drug dealer from Manitoulin Island has been declared a dangerous offender after being convicted of more sex crimes against children.

Several First Nations from Ring of Fire region demand meeting with Premier Doug Ford

Police seeks witnesses after Timmins cyclist seriously injured in collision with pickup

A woman was seriously hurt Monday in Timmins when the bike she was riding was struck by a pickup truck.

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WATCH Video of rats running on wall prompts closure of Waterloo Tim Hortons

A Tim Hortons on University of Waterloo campus has been closed after a video of rats scurrying down one of the restaurant’s walls surfaced online.

We carry DNA from extinct cousins like Neanderthals. Science is now revealing their genetic legacy

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One renowned chef is calling tipping culture 'one of the most ridiculous things in North America.'

Ontario widower stuck with US$100K+ medical bill after late wife hospitalized on vacation

An Ontario widower, still grieving his wife's death, is unsure how to pay for a medical bill from their last vacation to Florida, which costs more than US$124,000.

Ontario businessman loses $38K in cheque-cashing scam

An Ontario businessman says he has to pay about $38,000 after he was the victim of a cheque-cashing scam and failed to immediately report the fraudulent activity to his bank. The businessman says that the reason for the delay is because he doesn't use online banking.

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