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Northern students compete at FIRST Robotics competition in Sudbury

Students from five schools mostly in northeastern Ontario competed in a robotics challenge after designing and building their own robot over the past three months.

French River Food Bank gets a boost

The hungry in the Municipality of French River are getting some extra help thanks to some help from Global Medic Canada.

Program offers grants aimed at promoting development on Sudbury industrial lands

Greater Sudbury has launched an employment land community improvement plan (CIP) as a way to stimulate growth and attract new development on industrial lands.

Vale says power line construction will briefly close MR55 in Sudbury

Vale said this week that the construction of a high-voltage power line will briefly close MR 55 in Sudbury next week.

Sudbury's emergency food bank sees outpouring of support after break-in

Sudbury's emergency food bank has seen an outpouring of support from the community after it was broken into last weekend.

French River Food Bank gets a boost

The hungry in the Municipality of French River are getting some extra help thanks to some help from Global Medic Canada.

North Bay session highlights need for compassion for people living on street

A recent information session on homelessness in North Bay found that compassion can go a long way toward helping someone on the streets.

How to watch the 2023 CTV Lions Children's Christmas Telethon

Once again, the annual Sudbury tradition of the CTV Lions Children's Christmas Telethon returns Saturday, Dec. 2 and is marking a major milestone with its 75th anniversary this year.

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DEVELOPING | Heavy police presence in New Liskeard

Few details are available, but there is a heavy police presence Friday morning near Highway 11 and Bedard Drive in New Liskeard.

NoahStrong Foundation supports program that helps caregivers

The NoahStrong Foundation is partnering with North Bay Regional Health Centre on an initiative to help people find affordable hotel rooms when their loved ones are unexpectedly hospitalized in the city.

Sault students go ‘Beyond the Game’ in Esports tournament

Organizers of an Esports tournament at St. Mary's College in Sault Ste. Marie are hoping it will show students how they might go about turning their gaming interest into a career.

Investigation focused on where Sault murderer got his weapons, police chief says

The chief of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service is assuring the public that a thorough investigation is ongoing into the Oct. 23 mass shooting in the city.

Hunter fined $7K for shooting moose on the roadway

A southern Ontario man has been fined $7,000 for violations during an October 2022 hunt in northwestern Ontario.

How to watch the 2023 CTV Lions Children's Christmas Telethon

Once again, the annual Sudbury tradition of the CTV Lions Children's Christmas Telethon returns Saturday, Dec. 2 and is marking a major milestone with its 75th anniversary this year.

Final day for employees at Domtar pulp mill in Espanola, Ont.

Thursday was the final day of work for employees on the pulp side of Domtar’s pulp and paper mill in Espanola.

Pet photo event in Timmins creates Holiday memories, raises money for humane society

The most wonderful time of the year is approaching — and families are starting to get into the Holiday spirit with Christmas photos.

Northern College graduate honoured by the province

A Northern College graduate is leaving her post-secondary career with a pretty big honour: she's the recipient of the 2023 Premier's Award as a recent graduate.

How to watch the 2023 CTV Lions Children's Christmas Telethon

Once again, the annual Sudbury tradition of the CTV Lions Children's Christmas Telethon returns Saturday, Dec. 2 and is marking a major milestone with its 75th anniversary this year.

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DEVELOPING | Heavy police presence in New Liskeard

Few details are available, but there is a heavy police presence Friday morning near Highway 11 and Bedard Drive in New Liskeard.

Northern Ont. police seize brick of cocaine, cash during traffic stop

The Ontario Provincial Police charged two people with drug offences after a traffic stop of two vehicles this week on Highway 112 in Boston Township.