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  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.

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  Sault unemployment rises past federal, provincial rates

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

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  No new COVID-19 cases at homeless encampment in Sudbury

  This week in Sudbury, there was an outbreak of COVID-19 in Memorial Park, where there is a growing encampment of homeless people.

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  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.

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  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.

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  Ontario premier reveals new details on province's reopening plan

  Ontario Premier Doug Ford says his government is finalizing its plans to exit the final stage of its reopening plan in order to 'cautiously lift more public health measures' currently in place. 18

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  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.

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  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.

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  La Nina could bring forth cold and stormy winter to Canada, new forecast predicts

  The climatological phenomenon known as La Nina has returned, and that means many Canadians can expect a cold and stormy winter, according to AccuWeather's latest winter forecast.

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  New York congressman Higgins urges Canada to drop COVID-19 travel test before Nov. 8

  When the United States resumes letting fully vaccinated, non-essential North American visitors back across its land borders Nov. 8, border guards won't be asking for proof of a negative COVID-19 test -- and one New York congressman wants Canada to return the favour. 38

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  How to get your Ontario vaccine certificate QR code

  The Ontario government has launched its COVID-19 vaccine verification app and QR code system. 23

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  Ontario reports 496 new COVID-19 cases and two deaths

  Ontario health officials are reporting 496 new cases of COVID-19 on Friday and two more deaths linked to the disease. 6

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  Former U.S. President Bill Clinton admitted to hospital

  Former President Bill Clinton was admitted to the University of California Irvine Medical Center's intensive care unit for a urinary tract infection that spread to his bloodstream, his doctors told CNN on Thursday. 2

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  Authorities call fatal stabbing of U.K. MP David Amess a terrorist act

  A long-serving member of Parliament was stabbed to death Friday during a meeting with constituents at a church in England, in what police said was a terrorist incident. A 25-year-old man was arrested in connection with the attack, which united Britain's fractious politicians in shock and sorrow. 4

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  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. 1

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  Two dozen dogs rescued from 'squalor-filled house': Winnipeg Humane Society

  Two dozen dogs were recently rescued from what the Winnipeg Humane Society calls a 'squalor-filled house.'

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  Sudbury patient sick of virtual appointments

  For Sudbury's Karen Haslam, going to the doctor is often a last resort. But with virtual medicine being used by doctors during the pandemic, she says she needs to see a doctor in person. 1

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  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. 1

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  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.

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  COVID booster shots being offered at Timmins seniors facility

  Under recommendations from the province to give high-risk people a third dose of a COVID-19 vaccine, the St. Mary's Gardens Home for the Aged in Timmins jumped at the opportunity to offer a booster shot to its residents. 1

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  Teacher in northeastern Ontario accused of having sex with student

  A teacher with the District School Board Ontario North East faces a disciplinary hearing Oct. 21 in connection with accusations she had a sexual relationship with a student in 2019.

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  North Bay neighbourhood honours long-time letter carrier who’s retiring

  A long-time letter carrier in North Bay is hanging up his mailbag. 1

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  Ontario launches vaccine verification app and QR codes for download

  Ontario has launched its COVID-19 vaccine verification app and it is now available for download. 18

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  Donation by Sudbury physicians help's city's vulnerable population

  On Thursday, a group of Sudbury physicians made a generous donation to the Inner Home of Sudbury. 1

• Huntsville man charged after making threats with a knife at a local business
• Fatal collision south of North Bay
• North Bay businesses frustrated with capacity limits
• Penetanguishene mayor demands answers from Ontario gov't over CNCC policing costs 1
• Ontario's proof of vaccination requirement could eventually be made voluntary for businesses: sources 14
• Wasaga Beach woman sentenced in the drug-related death of her baby 1
• Ontario's top doctor urges physicians resume in-person care, reduce virtual appointments 1
• Ontario reports 417 new COVID-19 cases, lowest positivity rate since August 38
• Ontario CEO tests four-day work week for employees, says she won't go back 4
• Canada has no plans to change negative test requirement for all inbound travellers, public safety minister says 41
• Saskatchewan and COVID-19: How did its fourth wave death rate become the highest in Canada? 55
• Pattie Lovett-Reid: Why it may not be the right time to ask for a raise
• Former B.C. pastor sentenced to 14 months in jail in child pornography case
• Don Martin: At 24 post-election days and counting, the federal government is still in limbo 4
• Incoming army commander's promotion suspended due to 'historical allegations' 2
• 'The most Canadian thing I've ever seen' takes a dark turn 3
• Norway's bow-and-arrow killings seen as 'act of terror' 2
• Province funds fight against human trafficking in the north 6
• Welcome to Bawating? First Nations leader calls for Sault to be renamed 1
• Relief, uncertainty as U.S. border to reopen in Sault Ste. Marie 1
• Ontario NDP leader makes stop in Sudbury at LU 68
• Parry Sound Bikes continues to grow the cycling community 2
• Stop harassing staff and volunteers when getting your vaccine, Timmins police warn 1
• No injuries in two-car collision on Hwy 11, Huntsville
• Sudbury health officials warn of COVID-19 exposure in Memorial Park 1
• Several Ontario hospitals enact mandatory vaccination policies for visitors 26
• Canada-U.S. will reopen land border to fully vaccinated visitors in November 38
• Victim attacked with a golf club in the Sault, one person charged
• Electrical fire at Sault Ste. Marie health centre causes significant damage
• Ontario marks lowest COVID-19 daily case count in months 27
• Tom Mulcair: Freeland positioning herself to take over as Liberal leader 1
• Most adults shouldn't take daily aspirin to prevent heart attack, U.S. panel says 1
• William Shatner, TV's Capt. Kirk, blasts into space 21
• The return of Zellers? Experts divided on whether pop-up will revive brand 1
• B.C. woman who awoke to meteorite in her bed feels like she won the lottery 1
• Ground breaks for new Sault social services headquarters