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Will Ferrell captured on video taunting Toronto Raptors bench while sitting courtside

The Toronto Raptors’ most recent win came with a surprise appearance from comedy legend Will Ferrell, who jokingly taunted the Raptors bench from his courtside seat just feet away.

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Don Martin: Trudeau meets the moment – and ducks for cover

Based on Justin Trudeau's first-day fail in the House of Commons, 'meeting the moment' is destined to become the most laughable slogan since the elder Pierre Trudeau’s disastrous campaign rallying cry in 1972, which insisted 'the land is strong' just as the economy tanked.
Late Jean Vanier sexually abused 25 women, says non-profit he founded

A report commissioned by a non-profit organization founded by the late Jean Vanier says the Canadian sexually abused 25 women during his decades with the group.

Habs star goalie Price moving to B.C., selling home in Montreal

Months after a knee injury put Montreal goaltender Carey Price off the ice for the 2023 season, the Price family says they're preparing to leave the province.
Ukrainian kids find cellphone signal on hill, set up makeshift school

On a bleak, windswept hillside in northeast Ukraine, three young boys recently discovered a cell phone signal, something difficult to find in their region since Russia invaded their country. and they've set up a makeshift school around the signal.

How to get over the 'mental hurdle' of being active in the winter

When the cold and snow have people hunkering down, these outdoor enthusiasts find motivation in braving the Canadian winter through community and sport.
Father pushing Manitoba to follow Ontario, Saskatchewan in screening for CMV

Roughly one in 200 babies born in Canada today will have congenital cytomegalovirus, a virus that can lead to hearing loss, intellectual disability or vision loss. But with only two provinces screening newborns for CMV, one father is asking other health-care systems to do more.

Actress and former senator Viola Leger, best known as La Sagouine, dies at 92

Actress, teacher and former senator Viola Leger has died at the age of 92. A release from management company Le Grenier musique says Leger died Saturday in Dieppe, New Brunswick.
Health Canada sticks with Evusheld despite U.S. FDA dropping the COVID drug

Health Canada says it will continue to recommend COVID-19 prevention drug, Evulsheld, despite U.S. FDA pulling back its emergency use authorization due to concerns around its efficacy against Omicron subvariant 'Kraken.'

Canadian university faculty getting older, more female compared to 50 years ago: StatCan

Canadian university professors are mostly older and increasingly more female compared to 50 years ago, a new report from Statistics Canada has found.
Germany won't be a 'party to the war' amid tanks exports to Ukraine: Ambassador
Canadian Hyundai vehicles unaffected by theft issue in the U.S., company says
Some U.S. auto insurers are refusing to cover some Hyundai and Kia models
Border agencies in Canada, U.S. detail how new Nexus trusted traveller plan will work
See how Amsterdam built a massive underwater bike-parking facility
Judge sentences former PQ MNA Harold LeBel to 8 months in jail for sexual assault
High-profile Canadian pairs skating coach guilty of sex assault, gross indecency
Asteroid coming exceedingly close to Earth, but will miss
Teachers are lining up for a ChatGPT detector created by this 22-year-old in Toronto
Brothers killed by avalanche while heli-skiing in southeastern B.C.
Is tipping getting out of control? Many consumers say yes
Concern over NYC police filming of people leaving Drake show
Man who illegally excavated dinosaur footprints in Northern B.C. sentenced to 25 days in jail
Low-risk alcohol guidance sparks debate as drinkers start examining habits, evidence
What you need to know about contributing to your TFSA this year
Jacinda Ardern's resignation resonates for women in power
These are the top 20 fastest-growing jobs in Canada for 2023: LinkedIn
Tips for saving at the grocery store as food inflation in Canada continues to soar
Tips on shady finances 'may not get investigated' amid police constraints, RCMP note says
Canada marks National Ribbon Skirt Day, inspired by 10-year-old Saskatchewan girl

Northern Ontario Articles

BREAKING
Sudbury school board makes decision on drag event

After putting the brakes on a planned event involving high-profile drag queens at a Sudbury high school two weeks ago, the Rainbow District School Board has made a final decision about it. 5
Blind River man charged again in ongoing neighbour dispute

Charges are being laid for the third time in connection with an ongoing dispute between northern Ontario neighbours, police say.
Preston Pablo of Timmins receives three Juno Award nominations

Preston Pablo, 21, of Timmins is a singer, songwriter and musician who's been nominated for three Juno Awards. 1
Sault city council wary about cost increase to Downtown Plaza project

Sault Ste. Marie Council is directing city staff to take another look at the Downtown Plaza project after administration asked for a budget increase. 1
Sudbury, Ont., university looks to reopen its Olympic-sized pool

Sudbury’s Laurentian University announced Tuesday it would take the next steps in the hopes of reopening its pool. 2
Laurentian University ends high-profile property fight with Sudbury couple for $20K

Newly released court documents show that a property dispute at Laurentian University was settled for $20,000 – an amount less than LU had been offered in the past for the land. 1
Saturday basketball games in North Bay to raise racism awareness, raise money for BIPOC bursary

Nipissing Lakers’ annual anti-racism basketball games are back this weekend when the men’s and women’s teams take to the court against the Laurentian Voyageurs. 1
Temiskaming OPP issues scam warning after receiving numerous complaints

Ontario Provincial Police in Temiskaming say they have received numerous calls about attempted fraud cases this month and are reminding residents to be cautious.
Sudbury senior honoured for decades of volunteer work

Reijo Viitala, a long time volunteer at Finlandia Village in Sudbury, has been honoured with a provincial award. 1
Ontario woman shocked she has to pay for car repairs after hit-and-run collision

An Ontario woman said she was shocked when she had to pay for repairs after her car was struck from behind by a pick-up truck and the driver fled the scene of the collision. 1
'Laverne & Shirley' actor Cindy Williams dies at 75

Cindy Williams, who was among the most recognizable stars in America in the 1970s and 80s for her role as Shirley opposite Penny Marshall's Laverne on the beloved sitcom 'Laverne & Shirley,' has died, her family said Monday. 2
Cocaine, fentanyl seized and three charged in Espanola drug bust

Two suspected drug dealers from northern Ontario, including one who was already wanted by police on Manitoulin Island, are facing charges after police raided a home in Espanola last week and seized suspected fentanyl and cocaine. 1
Girl, 6, dies after T-bar lift incident at Quebec ski resort

A six-year-old girl died in hospital Sunday night after being involved in an incident at the Val-Saint-Côme ski resort in Lanaudiere. Quebec police are investigating, though details into the event are not yet known. Officers indicated that it involved a T-bar lift, but they were not able to say more. 2
Creating awareness about the dangers of carbon monoxide

Last year there were a record number of fire deaths in Ontario and many were due to a lack of working smoke or carbon monoxide alarms. 1
Why adding a bit of milk to your morning coffee might be good for you

Adding some milk to your morning coffee may boost the body's anti-inflammatory response, new research out of Denmark shows.
Loblaw ends No Name price freeze, vows 'flat' pricing 'wherever possible'

Loblaw will not be extending its price freeze on No Name brand products, but vows to keep the yellow label product-pricing flat 'wherever possible.' 7
North Bay's iconic gateway arch undergoing facelift

If you noticed North Bay's iconic gateway arch is missing, there's no cause for alarm. The famous landmark was removed from Lee Park on Monday for maintenance.
Family in remote northern Ont. reeling after daughter killed in fire, home destroyed

A family in the remote First Nation community in Peawanuck, Ont., is dealing not only with the death of their young daughter, but the loss of everything they owned in a Jan. 28 house fire. 1
'24,' 'Runaways' actor Annie Wersching has died at 45

Actor Annie Wersching, best known for playing FBI agent Renee Walker in the series '24' and providing the voice for Tess in the video game 'The Last of Us' has died. She was 45.
Nike sues Lululemon, says footwear infringes patents

Nike sued Lululemon Athletica on Monday, saying that at least four of the Canadian athletic apparel company's footwear products infringe its patents.
More than 3 kilos of cocaine seized in northern Ont. by guns and gangs unit

A joint forces drug trafficking investigation in northern Ontario has resulted in three people charged and drugs, cash and a vehicle being seized.
U.S. mom convicted of killing her infant twins

A Missouri mother who reported that her infant twins were stillborn has been convicted of manslaughter. Maya Caston, 28, was convicted of second-degree involuntary manslaughter and two counts of child endangerment.
Mindbender roller coaster closed after 37 years at West Edmonton Mall

The Mindbender roller coaster at Galaxyland has been shut down, West Edmonton Mall announced on Monday. The redevelopment of the area is already underway, and the roller coaster is being decommissioned and removed. 2
Suspect was asleep behind the wheel, bag of coke in their lap, Sault police say

Two people discovered asleep in a vehicle in Sault Ste. Marie on Jan. 30 were found with weapons and more than $175,000 in illegal drugs, Sault police said Monday.
7th Memphis officer disciplined, EMTs fired in Nichols death 16
'This is not exactly a criminal mastermind at work': Timmins police on rec centre break-in 2
Moosonee woman charged with assaulting young person 4
Sault residents could be facing hefty tax increase 1
Soaring demand at Canadore College’s student food bank 1
Provincial pre-budget consultations held in Sudbury 1
Supply chain pressures, startup delays hike budget for Sault Downtown Plaza to $11.6M 4
Initiative sees Sudbury students learn through different types of play 1
Hockey Hall of Famer Bobby Hull dies at 84 1
Driver receives 24 traffic tickets in less than 24 hours
Stolen dirt bike investigation leads Sault police to illegal firearms
Police investigating arson on Manitoulin Island
Annual survey shows how northern colleges are performing 5
Greater Sudbury apartment fire leaves one in hospital, 30 displaced 1
Soon-to-be Ontario NDP leader Marit Styles visits Timmins 2
'Armed and dangerous' suspect may still be in North Bay, police say
Mississauga-based dermatologist awarded Sault Ste. Marie's Medal of Merit for 2022 1
Protests planned this weekend in North Bay to mark the anniversary of the ‘Freedom Convoy’ 1
Extreme cold alerts issued for northern Ontario 2
Saving Laurentian University's green space 3
Custom clothing company from the Sault gets a new ultramodern piece of equipment with help from the province
Majority of affordable homes approved under federal program not yet constructed
State-of-the-art healthcare complex officially coming to Moosonee 1
North Bay, Ont., woman was discriminated against when she was fired, tribunal rules
CRA head says it 'wouldn't be worth the effort' to review all ineligible pandemic payments
Timmins police say stunt driving suspect threatened them with bear spray
Sudbury woman killed when snowmobile goes through ice 5

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