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Adviser on unmarked graves says some landowners are refusing access for searches

As some private landowners restrict residential school survivors from performing ceremony or searching their properties for possible unmarked graves, a federal minister says Ottawa is open to legislating new protections for the possible burial sites.

Scratched EV battery? Your insurer may have to junk the whole car

For many electric vehicles, there is no way to repair or assess even slightly damaged battery packs after accidents, forcing insurance companies to write off cars with few miles - leading to higher premiums and undercutting gains from going electric.
Elon Musk's satellites are muddling UFO sighting statistics, researchers say

A slight increase in UFO sightings in 2020 compared to pre-pandemic years may not be because of the pandemic itself, but because of Elon Musk’s new internet satellites, researchers found.

Trump says he expects to be arrested, calls for protest

Donald Trump claimed on Saturday that his arrest is imminent and issued an extraordinary call for his supporters to protest as a New York grand jury investigates hush money payments to women who alleged sexual encounters with the former president.
King Charles III marks first Mother's Day since Queen's death

King Charles III has remembered the late Queen on the first Mother's Day in the U.K. since her death.

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Trudeau Liberals face uphill battle with ballot support, preferred PM number falling

As they gear up to unveil their 2023 budget in a few weeks, the federal Liberals are in an uphill battle against the Conservatives in both ballot support and preferred prime minister numbers, according to latest numbers by Nanos Research.
Nestle Good Start Soothe Infant Formula recalled for potential bacteria contamination

A voluntary recall has been issued for one sku of Nestle Good Start Soothe Infant Formula due to a potential bacteria contamination. Distributor Perrigo Company says the product is being recalled out of an abundance of caution due to the potential presence of Cronobacter sakazakii.

'Nothing that anyone has reported' shows election results impacted by Chinese interference: U.S. Ambassador

The U.S. Ambassador to Canada says the question of whether or not foreign election interference is happening is less important than whether it's been successful, and he hasn't seen any proof that alleged interference attempts by China in Canada's elections have managed to affect the results.
Eco-friendly glass exists but it’s complex to make, researchers say

A new study shows researchers have developed another way to create biodegradable glass, but there are still barriers to mass manufacturing it.

Snow plow operators in Mississauga quit following aggressive behaviour, violence from residents

It’s been a busy March for snow plow operators in the Greater Toronto Area, but according to the City of Mississauga, it’s also been a violent one for some workers in the area.
Meta rolls out paid verification option for Facebook and Instagram users in U.S.
Vinyl sales overtake CDs for the first time since 1987
'Immediately stop using' these heated blankets due to fire hazard, Health Canada warns
Where did Earth's water come from? Scientists say it wasn't melted meteorites
Youngest skier to ever join Canada's freestyle team is from Oro-Medonte
Great white sharks slowly making recovery in Canadian oceans: researcher
Honda recalling 50,000 vehicles in Canada to fix seat belt problem
White House calls on Pence to apologize for 'homophobic joke' about Buttigieg
Jesuits of Canada members with ties to Quebec 'credibly accused' of sexual abuse of minors
This 100-year-old is still taking classes at McGill University
As Twitter failures go from bad to worse, users wonder how long it can stay online
SunnyD controversy: There is now a vodka-based version of the product previously marketed to kids
'We all have a role to play': Governor General Mary Simon speaks out against online hate and what can be done to fight it
Federal Court approves 'historic' $2.8B residential day schools settlement
'No showing of property at seller's request': Land value behind $10.5M listing for Vancouver teardown
'We went flying': B.C. couple questions why RCMP officer not facing charges in alleged road rage incident
Tim Hortons customers subject to 'technical error' incorrectly saying they'd won $10K
Mirvish's new season includes 'Jagged Little Pill' and Tina Turner musical in Toronto
'Keto-like' diet may be associated with a higher risk of heart disease, according to new research
Netflix making live-action 'One Piece' from popular manga

Northern Ontario Articles

Worst place in Canada for bed bugs has been revealed

A Canadian city has just been named the worst in the country for bed bugs for the third year in a row.
Ontario's summer forecast has been revealed. What to expect from June to September

The Farmers' Almanac has released its 2023 summer forecast, and, according to the long-range forecaster, Ontario could be in for some 'hot and soggy' summer months.
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Doug Ford sports new look after miscommunication with barber at Walmart

Doug Ford said a misunderstanding with a barber led to the shortest haircut he's ever had. 1
Meals on Wheels in Sudbury raises awareness of community impact, need for volunteers

March for Meals is celebrating its 21st year, a national campaign raising awareness of the important work Meals on Wheels does for the community. 1
Gwyneth Paltrow's lawyer calls Utah ski collision story 'BS' at trial

Gwyneth Paltrow's lawyer called the story of a retired optometrist who is suing her over a 2016 ski collision 'utter B.S.' on Tuesday during the trial's opening day in Utah, where the actor-turned-lifestyle influencer appeared in court, and tried to shield herself from photographers' view with a notebook. 1
Vacant buildings in downtown Sudbury could become residential units

A lot of buildings in downtown Sudbury are for sale, or are being sold, including a couple of bank buildings, a church and an old school.
Timmins residents share painful stories on day to eliminate racism

On the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, the group called Timmins Together hosted a symposium. 1
New online portal helping people deal with chronic pain

A new online portal, which includes a Manitoba-made course proven to help get people engaged in pain management right away, is available for those who suffer from chronic pain. 1
North Bay police board approves 2023 budget, includes a 10% increase

The North Bay Police Service’s Board approved the police department’s 2023 budget, including a 10 per cent increase compared to last year. 1
Sault police bringing back auxiliary unit

The Sault Ste. Marie Police Service is reinstating its auxiliary constable program. 1
Sudbury police looking for transport truck hit by SUV in MR80 crash

Sudbury police are looking for a transport truck and its driver believed to have been hit by an SUV in Monday's crash on MR80, originally believed to be a single-vehicle collision. 4
Sault Ste. Marie joins others, will ban TikTok on city devices

As hostility and suspicion grows in the West toward China, some cities in northern Ontario are joining other governments in banning the use of TikTok on municipal phones and devices.
Carson Briere, son of Flyers GM Danny, charged for pushing wheelchair down stairs

Three misdemeanour charges were filed Monday against the son of Philadelphia Flyers interim general manager Danny Briere after a video posted on social media showed him and another Mercyhurst University athlete pushing an unoccupied wheelchair down a staircase. 1
Sudbury murder trial to resume Thursday morning

The second-degree murder trial of Robert Steven Wright was put on hold again Tuesday morning.
Def Leppard drummer recovering from attack outside hotel

Def Leppard drummer Rick Allen says he recovering from an attack earlier this month outside a Florida hotel.
Northern Ontario police seize $35K in drugs during traffic stop

A 25-year-old suspect has been charged with drug and other offences following a traffic stop by Ontario Provincial Police in Temiskaming earlier this month.
Man charged after indecent act at a North Bay trail

A 33-year-old North Bay man has been charged with committing an indecent act at a local, popular trail area earlier this month, police say. 3
Another southern Ont. snowmobiler dies in crash on a northern trail

Another southern Ontario resident in their 30s has died following a snowmobile crash in the northern region. 7
Sudbury police say vehicle was travelling 170 km/h in 80 km/h zone

A young driver from Espanola has been charged with stunt driving following a recent incident in the early morning hours in Sudbury.
MR80 reopened after serious single-vehicle crash in Val Caron

Sudbury police have reopened MR80 following a serious crash that sent a man to hopsital with life-threatening injuries. 4
Timmins police to offer cash incentives to new recruits

Timmins police are banking on cash incentives to encourage more officers to apply to the local service. 1
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What happens if you mistakenly get a larger tax refund?

Was your 2022 tax refund larger than you expected it to be? For many, this likely comes as a pleasant surprise. However, overpayments are likely the result of a mistake on your part or the Canada Revenue Agency. If you don’t amend your returns and the overpayment isn’t returned, you could end up in hot water. 2
Mixed response to northern Ontario racism survey

A survey by a northern Ontario think tank shows that while communities in the region are generally welcoming to visible minorities, racism and discrimination are still prevalent. 1
Rare bobcat sighting in Sault Ste. Marie's east end

A Sault Ste. Marie woman captured photos and video of a rare bobcat sighting in her East End residential neighbourhood Monday at the height of mating season. 6
Retired Sturgeon Falls couple wins scratch ticket's top prize 4
Cochrane couple charged, $50K narcotics seized in raid 3
Elliot Lake cancels drag race event, cites lack of interest, economic losses 1
Francophone musician in North Bay celebrates as his song reaches No. 1 across Canada 2
Northern Ont. teen lands 1st acting gig in new Canadian series 7
Sudbury murder trial delayed again due to COVID-19 23
Woman suing Tim Hortons for $500K after hot tea spill left her 'disfigured' 1
Northern Ont. woman celebrating 105 years of life as Canadians are living longer 1
Sault chamber keeping close eye on upcoming provincial budget 1
New Timmins restaurant offers authentic Lebanese cuisine 1
2 staff members, student suspect injured in stabbing at Halifax-area high school 2
Spring equinox arrives Monday evening, marking first day of season
Heavy police presence on Manitoulin Island Sunday afternoon
Ontario 'scumbags' guilty of withholding passports to face steeper fines, ministry says 1
Northern Ont. woman rises to No. 5 in the world in extreme winter sport
How did a healthy teen die at a minor hockey camp? 1
Northern Ont. youth pulled over on closed highway in an allegedly stolen car
Some Trump supporters ambivalent on calls for protests 15
Will the Conservative foreign interference motion be a confidence vote? Liberals 'having ongoing discussions' 31
Poilievre calling for national standardized test to license doctors, nurses trained outside of Canada 1
Sudbury advocacy group wants to limit salt used on roads in order to protect the local watershed 2
Timmins Multicultural Festival named one of the province's top 100 events 1
13 people solicited by grandparent scam in Midland area
Three police incidents, two impaired charges, one northern Ont. woman 3
Parents of young player who died struggle to find answers within hockey's code of silence 1
Suspended southern Ont. driver charged with stealing gas in Sturgeon Falls
Timmins-area farm hosts first farmer's market right on the farm 1
Cleanup underway after train derailment in southern Ontario
Northern Ont. woman wins fight to have OHIP pay for surgery to remove excess skin 8
More than $6k in drugs, cash seized following Hwy. 69 traffic stop
'Who, if not us, should stop them?': The stories of Ukrainian women on the front lines 47
Free music, comedy shows in Sudbury pay tribute to frontline workers 2
Northern Ont. man fined more than $4k for selling baitfish without a licence, improper record keeping
Northern Ont. man realizes he won millions after forgetting about a lottery ticket
Families of slain EPS officers to receive $100K from provincial heroes' fund 18
Victim of fatal snowmobile crash on Lake Nipissing 'always up for a good time' 5

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