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COVID-19 outbreak closes Sudbury Jail for at least two weeks

The Sudbury Jail is being closed for at least two weeks following a COVID-19 outbreak.

Two Ontario doctors banned from giving medical exemptions to COVID-19 vaccine

The regulatory body for Ontario's medical profession has barred two outspoken doctors from issuing any medical exemptions related to COVID-19 vaccinations.

A doctor prepares for a surgical procedure at a hospital in Washington on June 28, 2016. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP, Molly Riley

Pest control company reveals 'rattiest' cities in Ontario

The biggest pest control company in the country has unveiled its list of “rattiest” cities in Ontario and the results may leave you feeling uneasy.

A rat sits on the ledge of a subway platform on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2015. (AP Photo/Richard Drew)

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COVID-19 outbreak closes Sudbury Jail for at least two weeks

The Sudbury Jail is being closed for at least two weeks following a COVID-19 outbreak.

Northern Game Expo returns to Sudbury

While things look a little different as a result of the pandemic, the Northern Game Expo is back for its sixth year and event organizers say they couldn’t be happier.

Talented artists wanted: Telethon auditions underway

There are less than 50 days until the annual CTV’S Lions Children’s Christmas Telethon gets underway and those involved say talented artists are needed.

Live History in Capreol this weekend

The Northern Ontario Railroad Museum in Capreol is giving visitors a chance to experience the rail yard in a unique way.

Outdoor theatre set to open in downtown Sudbury in 2022

The Sudbury-based performing arts group YES Theatre is set to open an outdoor theatre in the city's downtown core next year.

North Bay

New mountain bike trails open in North Bay

After two years of preparation, the North Bay Mountain Bike Association has officially opened the brand new 5km trails and pump track called 'Three Towers Trail Network.'

More than 100 volunteers offered their time and hard work to design the trails, and North Bay Mountain Bike Association program director Connie Hoggart says the pandemic had a positive impact on this project. Oct.16/21(Jaime McKee/CTV News Northern Ontario)

Community Living North Bay assisting people with disabilities find employment

October is National Disability Employment Awareness month. This month highlights the importance of diversity in the workforce and the opportunities those who have a disability provide at their job.

North Bay groups receive more than $1M from the provincial government

Nipissing MPP Vic Fedeli announced Friday the Ontario government is providing $1,251,592 through the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation for seven local groups in the area.

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 neighbourhood honours long-time letter carrier who’s retiring

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

Sault Ste. Marie

Dancing witches take over Blind River

The town of Blind River's annual tradition of "dancing witches" returns, with its biggest rendition yet.

The annual "Witches Dance" has returned for its fifth year in the town of Blind River, with this year's event coinciding alongside its fall fair. Oct.16/21 (Christian D'Avino/CTV News Northern Ontario)

Sextortion on the rise among teens

Canada's online child exploitation tipline is alerting the public of a significant spike in "sextortion" cases involving teens.

Sault unemployment rises past federal, provincial rates

Sault Ste. Marie's unemployment rate in September increased to 9.3 per cent from 8.1.

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.

Timmins

Timmins Police create an area for people to make safe exchanges of things they buy online

The Timmins Police Service is welcoming people to conduct their online 'buy and sell' business in front of the Timmins Police Station.

A new sign will be put up soon in front of the Timmins Police Station on Spruce Street South. That's where people should park to conduct their exchanges which will be captured on surveillance cameras. Oct.15/21 (Lydia Chubak/CTV News Northern Ontario)

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.

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Travel experts say snowbirds should be cautious with U.S. land border reopening

While the announcement by the United States to open land borders is welcome news for most, travel expert Elliott Silverstein cautions that there are still many unanswered questions.

Interactive: What rising sea levels will do to popular Canadian sites

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Northern Artists Perform

Sudbury's Chicks with Picks cover 'Runaround Sue'

The talented Sudbury duo Chicks with Picks -- Nancy and Melanie – perform their version of the classic song, 'Runaround sue.'

Sudbury musician JoPo covers Canadian classic

Sudbury's JoPo performs the classic Canadian song 'Lost Together' by Blue Rodeo with the help of her friends Zach and Josh at camp.

A CCR cover from New Liskeard

The Mud Dogs, from New Liskeard, cover 'Lookin Out My Backdoor' by Creedence Clearwater Revival

Around Ontario

Kayaker pulled to safety after Sudbury boat crash

A woman was sent to hospital after the kayak she was in was hit by a boat in a Sudbury area lake.

Kingston students face big fines for massive party

Up to 4,000 students attend an outdoor party in defiance of public health measures. CTV’s Kimberley Johnson reports.

Toronto housing prices continue to climb

The real estate buying frenzy in the GTA has cooled down, but a drop in inventory is causing more headaches for buyers.

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Why COVID-19 boosters weren't tweaked to better match variants

More COVID-19 booster shots may be on the way -- but when it's your turn, you'll get an extra dose of the original vaccine, not one updated to better match the extra-contagious delta variant. And that has some experts wondering if the booster campaign is a bit of a missed opportunity to target delta and its likely descendants.

Registered nurse Alix Zacharski, left, receives a Pfizer COVID-19 booster shot from Douglas Houghton, right, at Jackson Memorial Hospital Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2021, in Miami. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Colin Powell dies, exemplary general stained by Iraq claims

Colin Powell, the barrier-breaking soldier and diplomat who served Democratic and Republican presidents in war and peace but whose sterling reputation was stained by his faulty claims to justify the U.S. war in Iraq, died Monday of COVID-19 complications. He was 84.

Two Ontario doctors banned from giving medical exemptions to COVID-19 vaccine

The regulatory body for Ontario's medical profession has barred two outspoken doctors from issuing any medical exemptions related to COVID-19 vaccinations.

Half of Canadian parents would vaccinate their 5-11 year-old ASAP: survey

With Health Canada expected to soon begin considering COVID-19 vaccine eligibility for children aged five to 11 years, a new survey by the Angus Reid Institute says that more than half of Canadian parents plan to give their kids the jab as soon as they get the green light.