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Nova Scotians’ personal information stolen in global security breach: province

The Nova Scotia government says it is investigating the theft of personal information stolen through a global privacy breach to a third-party file transfer system the province was using.

City of St. John's charges 70-year-old woman for feeding pigeons in her backyard

A Newfoundland woman says her 70-year-old mother is facing a $5,000 fine for feeding pigeons in her backyard in downtown St. John's.
Camping during fire season? Here's some things you should know

With dry conditions preventing people from having campfires across the country, some may wonder what they can bring into a campground or if there are alternatives to the traditional flames.

Experts say these are the red flags to look out for when buying a flipped house

A Winnipeg man who bought a flipped home two years ago says some hidden problems have bubbled up to the surface – in some cases quite literally.
'You don't need to show us your Grade 3 report card': Cote Saint-Luc makes dig at Bill 96 in phone greeting

'If you'd like service in English, press two. And by the way, you don't need to show us your Grade 3 report card, or your family tree going back ten generations. And you don't have to pinky-promise anything. This is the City of Cote Saint-Luc, and that's how we roll.'

'Utterly disgusting': Canadian Army sergeant fined for 'anti-Jewish' comments

A 38-year-old sergeant in the Canadian Army was fined $3,000 and issued a severe reprimand after he made what a military judge described as 'utterly disgusting' anti-Jewish comments while conducting an infantry training course in 2021.
'Not something to be played around with': Manitoba family struggles after son diagnosed with rare urinary condition

A Manitoba mom wants other parents to know about a rare urinary tract condition her son was born with that she had never heard of.

CTV’s Bruce Frisko receives notice to evacuate neighbourhood while anchoring newscast

Thousands of Nova Scotians have been waiting and worrying about their homes and neighbourhoods since wildfires began burning in the province on Sunday forcing mandatory evacuations. Among them is CTV Atlantic’s Bruce Frisko, who found himself on both sides of this crisis.
Former 'Family Feud' contestant Timothy Bliefnick guilty in wife's slaying

A jury Wednesday convicted a former contestant on the television game show "Family Feud" of first-degree murder and home invasion in the slaying of his estranged wife in western Illinois.

Sia reveals she is on the autism spectrum

Singer and songwriter Sia shares that she has autism, in an episode of the 'Rob Has a Podcast.'
Woman who accused Biden of sexually assaulting her in 1993 defects to Russia
Shopify faces class action over severance offered to recently laid off staff
The art of apology and 13 words you shouldn't say after 'sorry'
'Tragedies occur far too often': Canada Safety Council shares swimming safety tips
Studded tires must be off the road in northern Ontario May 31
Venice authorities investigate after canal turns fluorescent green
Running through middle age can keep brain healthy and neurons wired: study
People with Type 2 diabetes may benefit from exercising in the afternoon, study shows
B.C. passengers win compensation for cancelled Air Canada flight
How often should you wash your clothes? These are the top mistakes
Lawsuit reveals behind-the-scenes conflict between leaders of Sudbury non-profit groups
See the moments after a passenger opened an exit door during flight in South Korea
Blue Jays: 813 per cent hike a 'miscommunication,' fan's season tickets will cost 140 per cent more
Scientists use AI to discover antibiotic for 'very difficult to treat' bacteria
These are the tips on how to research and select a reliable moving company, according to the BBB
Trump makes video appearance in New York criminal case, trial date set for March primary season
The U.S. surgeon general has some tips for parents and teens on social media use
Lawn painting and less flushing: How some Canadians are living greener lives
Why do so many businesses fail? Researchers say it’s a matter of industry timing
'Felt like a slap': Family says man's tissue donation rejected on basis of sexual orientation

Northern Ontario Articles

Adult victim in Que. fishing incident that killed 4 children identified

Quebec provincial police (SQ) have identified the adult victim of a fishing incident that claimed five lives over the weekend, most of them children. Keven Girard, 37, was among a group of 11 people swept up by the tide late Friday night while fishing along the shore in Portneuf-sur-Mer, a village about 550 kilometres northeast of Montreal. 2
Increase in mosquitoes 'a trend' across Canada this year. Here's why

Mosquitoes have always been pesky, but this spring it seems the bloodsuckers are thirstier than ever, a trend one expert says is increasing.
48 active forest fires in northern Ontario, 31 in the northeast Sunday

The number of forest fires in northern Ontario continues to grow with a total of 48 active fires in the region, including 33 that are not yet under control. Only two months into the fire season and there have already been more than double the total number in 2022. 9
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Wind turbine blaze 'contained' north of Goderich, Ont.

Todd Edginton could hardly believe his eyes when he looked out his back door to find a wind turbine on fire. He wasn’t alone, as people stopped just north of Goderich to see the spectacle unfold. 2
Here's what Nova Scotia's wildfires look like from outer space

Photos released by NASA taken from International Space Station show the immense scale of the wildfires in Nova Scotia, with billowing smoke engulfing the landscape. 6
'It's a continuous journey': North Bay woman does 50 km triathlon for survivors of gender-based violence

A North Bay woman who is a childhood trauma survivor took Trout Lake and Corbeil roads by storm at the crack of dawn Sunday morning, swimming, biking and running in a 50-kilometre triathlon for Amelia Rising Sexual Violence Support Centre. 3
Sudbury teacher found guilty of sexual misconduct, has licence revoked

A Sudbury teacher accused of having sex with a student has been found guilty of professional misconduct by the discipline committee of the Ontario College of Teachers.
Timmins Tigers cricket team hosts Mayor's Cup Tournament

Cricket players will tell you, the sport is as important to them as a hockey is to northerners. With more people from Asia moving to northern Ontario, it's become crucial for them to get the sport established in this part of the world. 2
Four kids and one man drown after Quebec fishing accident: provincial police

A fishing excursion ended in tragedy on Saturday when four children died in a village in northeastern Quebec, provincial police said. 1
Three charged in northern Ont. for having campfire during fire ban

Three people have been charged this week after having campfires during the fire ban and one person could be fined up to $25,000 or face jail time. 99
Ukrainian father rushes home after Russian airstrike to find 2-year-old daughter dead in rubble

A Ukrainian man rushed to his home outside the central city of Dnipro in hopes of rescuing his family, only to find his two-year-old daughter dead and wife seriously wounded as he helped pull them from the rubble of their apartment destroyed in one of Russia's latest airstrikes of the war, authorities reported Sunday. 23
Northeastern Ontario under air quality advisories due to forest fires

Smoke plumes from Quebec are affecting air quality in northern Ontario, Environment Canada said Saturday. 9
Master glass blower holds exhibition at the Timmins Museum

Angelo Rossi is a world-renowned master glass blower. He now lives in Smooth Rock Falls after the COVID-19 pandemic forced the closure of his studio in Niagara Falls. 1
Sault doctor wins bronze medal in figure skating

A pediatrician in Sault Ste. Marie is demonstrating that it's never too late to learn something new after recently winning a bronze medal at the International Adult Figure Skating Championship in Germany. 3
Apple is expected to unveil a sleek, pricey headset. Is it the device VR has been looking for?

Apple appears poised to unveil a long-rumoured headset that will place its users between the virtual and real world, while also testing the technology trendsetter's ability to popularize new-fangled devices after others failed to capture the public's imagination.
Fully accessible community garden in Sudbury

Another newly-designed accessible community garden is now open in Sudbury. 3
Earth Festival returns as an in-person event in Sudbury

Saturday saw the return of the Greater Sudbury Earth Festival. Held at Delki Dozzi Park, the free event marked the first live in-person Earth Festival since the COVID-19 pandemic. 1
North Bay men's shelter says more and more people need help

North Bay's men's homeless shelter Hope Awaits Ministries says there has been a sizeable influx of homeless men looking for a bed at night and a hot meal. 1
Sudbury part of province-wide ‘Enough is Enough’ day of action

On Saturday, the Sudbury & District Labour Council held a rally to raise awareness about the problems being caused by the high cost of living and other challenges. 1
Bike to Work Week kicks off in Sault Ste. Marie

The City of Sault Ste. Marie, Algoma Public Health and the Sault Cycling Club are encouraging locals to ride their bicycles more often. 1
Highway 11 reopens between Kapuskasing and Hearst

Highway 11 has reopened between Kapuskasing and Hearst after a two-vehicle collision Friday morning. 1
Sewing needles found at 2nd Bracebridge beach, prompting closure

A popular beach in Bracebridge is open to the public two days after sewing needles were found in the water, but a second beach has since closed over safety concerns. 1
Notorious serial killer Paul Bernardo moved to medium-security prison in Quebec

Notorious serial rapist and killer Paul Bernardo was moved to a medium-security prison in Quebec this week. 8
Antipsychotic drugs use increased in Canadian long-term care homes, pointing to possible quality-of-care issues: study

New study finds increase in antipsychotic drugs use in long-term care homes across Canada, despite no significant increase in behavioural symptoms – something that may expose a potential area of concern for quality of care, researchers say.
Tenants displaced by downtown Sudbury fire receive support from the city 5
Outdoor patio return to downtown Sudbury amid the hot weather 7
Hundreds of people claim they may have lost winning ticket for expiring $70M Lotto Max prize 4
Flood of community support for Sault Ste. Marie boy who had bike stolen 5
Hunter fined $8,000, licence suspension after shooting at deer decoy in Muskoka
'Torch has been passed': What younger generations need to know about inheriting a family cottage 1
Timmins seniors' residence opens in-house thrift shop 3
Danny Masterson convicted of 2 counts of rape, 'That '70s Show' actor faces 30 years to life
Experts warn of 'rapid' growth of IBD as number of Canadians diagnosed set to reach 470K by 2035
Some Ottawa parents keep kids home from school due to Pride activities, OCDSB says 2
Air Canada says to expect further travel disruptions following Thursday's IT issues 4
Timmins city councillor takes police chief on tour of crime hotspots 5
Fire ban declared in northern Ontario 99
3 girls now charged in assault, kidnapping investigation in Huntsville
Sudbury high school students create two Indigenous murals 12
Northern communities want a permanent foreign worker immigration program, sources say 7
Poilievre tries to head off PPC vote as Bernier bets on social conservatives 3
New non-invasive tool can detect early stages of Alzheimer's and Parkinson's 1
North Bay monitoring creek after transport fire involving pool chemicals 3
Blind River emergency room temporary closure averted 14
Animal owners reminded to not leave dogs in the car 2
Air Canada reports communications system issue, flights operating at reduced rate
RBC resolves technical issues with online, mobile banking
Anti-fraud centre warns of rising trend in romance/investment scams 4
Auto giants speak at Sudbury's 2nd annual BEV conference 8
Northern College signs deal with Timmins to rent downtown office space 8
'Mortifying': Toronto woman says restaurant shamed her for ordering too much food 2
Northern Ont. communities still lack high-speed internet access, report finds 4
Northern Ont. town on the brink of evacuation as out-of-control wildfire grows 7
Sudbury students enjoy francophone concert 4
Two drivers stopped for speeding in northern Ont., one at 154 km/h 5
Future of battery electric vehicles the focus at Sudbury conference 7
Firefighters from U.S., South Africa to battle Canada's 'unprecedented' fires 51
Ontario renews summer ER staffing funding for one more year 10
Some human scents increase attacks from mosquitos 4
What you need to know about Ontario's summer weather forecast 1

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