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Facing evacuations due to a forest fire or flood? Here's what to pack in a grab-and-go bag

While some natural disasters or bouts of extreme weather may require sheltering in place until authorities can restore power to the area, others require residents to evacuate quickly, sometimes in a matter of hours — and if you want to be prepared, you should create a grab-and-go bag.

Using melatonin for sleep is on the rise, study says, despite potential health harms

More and more adults are taking over-the-counter melatonin to get to sleep, and some may be using it at dangerously high levels, a study has found.
About ducking time: Apple to tweak iPhone autocorrect function

One of the most notable happenings at Apple's event for developers on Monday is likely the iPhone maker's tweak that will keep its autocorrect feature from annoyingly correcting one of the most common expletives to 'ducking.'

Transgender adults in Florida 'blindsided' that new law also limits their access to health care

Debate surrounding Florida's new restrictions on gender-affirming care focused largely on transgender children. But a new law that Republican presidential candidate and Gov. Ron DeSantis signed last month also made it difficult -- even impossible -- for many transgender adults to get treatment.
Here's how 'code-switching' can hurt Black, Indigenous people in Canada

In a dominant white culture some Black, Indigenous and racialized people are 'code-switching' which could harm their mental health, one expert says.

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.
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.'

'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
Former 'Family Feud' contestant Timothy Bliefnick guilty in wife's slaying
Sia reveals she is on the autism spectrum
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
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
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
'Felt like a slap': Family says man's tissue donation rejected on basis of sexual orientation

Northern Ontario Articles

Emergency orders expanded in northeast Ont. due to forest fires

While firefighters get more forest fires under control in northern Ontario, travel restrictions declared under an emergency order are being expanded in several communities. 10
Northern Ont. teen, 13, facing new sexual assault charge, 10 total

A 13-year-old male from Elliot Lake in northern Ontario has been charged with sexual assault again, bringing the total to 10, after another survivor came forward. 2
Return of the tent caterpillar in northern Ontario

Tent caterpillar infestations are a problem in northern Ontario every few summers and it looks like they could be returning this year. 6
BREAKING
Police shoot dog dead after 3 people attacked in Burlington

A dog has been shot dead by police after three people were attacked in Burlington Tuesday afternoon, police say. 1
Art Gallery of Sudbury looks for support after thieves do $15K in damage

The Art Gallery of Sudbury is looking for help from the community after two external air conditioning units were damaged by thieves, leading to a $15,000 repair bill.
Widow whose husband was killed by speeding Ontario police officer told misconduct was 'not serious'

A grieving widow whose husband was run over and killed by a speeding OPP officer can't believe the force told her it won't hold a public hearing into the case because it decided the misconduct was 'not serious.' 3
North Bay OPP charge dozens in crackdown on red-light violations

Ontario Provincial Police laid 70 traffic charges in a four-day crackdown on drivers who ignore red lights in the North Bay area.
Barrie, Ont. man arrested in human trafficking investigation involving student

A Barrie man faces charges in connection with a human trafficking investigation where police believe there could be more victims. 3
Toronto Blue Jays send struggling right-hander Alek Manoah down to minors

The Toronto Blue Jays are sending right-hander Alek Manoah down to the minors after his latest disappointing start. 2
Feds warn 2023 on track to be the worst fire season ever seen in Canada

Canada's emergency preparedness minister says images of wildfires burning across the country are some of the most severe ever witnessed in Canada and the current forecast for the next few months indicates the potential for continued higher-than-normal fire activity. 6
Evacuation notice extended for residents as forest fire burns near Calabogie, Ont.

Officials are asking people living around Centennial Lake to evacuate their homes as a forest fire burns in the area west of Calabogie, Ont. An evacuation order has been extended to Wednesday afternoon. 26
Prince Harry testifies the tabloids destroyed his childhood, but fails to recall specific stories

Prince Harry entered a courtroom witness box Tuesday, swearing to tell the truth in testimony against a tabloid publisher he accuses of phone hacking and other unlawful snooping. 5
Phone scammers target seniors in North Bay, demand ‘bail’ money for loved ones

Police in North Bay are warning the public about a telephone scam targeting older persons in which callers pose as police and demand payment for bail money to release a loved one from custody.
Double fatal crash on highway north of Timmins

Two people have died following a single-vehicle crash on Highway 655 north of Timmins early Sunday, police say.
Ontario could be at risk of energy shortfall this summer, report finds

Ontario could be at risk of energy shortfalls this summer if heat waves continue to strike, according to a report by a North American electricity regulator. 2
Sudbury police swear in second female deputy chief

Greater Sudbury Police Service (GSPS) added a new member to its senior team Monday, a second female deputy chief. 4
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. 17
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.
No survivors found after plane that flew over DC and led to fighter jet scramble crashes in Virginia

A wayward and unresponsive business plane that flew over the nation's capital Sunday afternoon caused the military to scramble a fighter jet before the plane crashed in Virginia, officials said. The fighter jet caused a loud sonic boom that was heard across the capital region. 5
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. 10
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. 10
Prison service to review decision to transfer killer Bernardo to medium security

The federal prison service says it will have a second look at its decision to move convicted killer Paul Bernardo to a medium-security facility as political leaders of all stripes react to the news with shock and outrage. 11
Canadore College has plan to house more students in North Bay

Three new living options are going to be available for Canadore College students in North Bay starting this fall. 4
Poilievre threatens to filibuster budget bill if Liberals don't meet demands

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is threatening to use procedural tools to delay passage of the federal budget in the House of Commons if the Liberals don't meet his demands. 4
Adult victim in Que. fishing incident that killed 4 children identified 2
Sault police find wanted man with $25K in narcotics 5
Sudbury teacher found guilty of sexual misconduct, has licence revoked
Indigneous art decorates Manitoulin Island basketball court 1
UPS strike looms in a world grown reliant on everything delivered everywhere all the time
'More relaxed lifestyle': This small northern town invites you to relocate 9
Flair tops Canadian airlines with average number of complaints per 100 flights: CTA
Pride events in Canada facing higher security costs, feds offer $1.5M 3
Wind turbine blaze 'contained' north of Goderich, Ont. 2
'It's a continuous journey': North Bay woman does 50 km triathlon for survivors of gender-based violence 3
Timmins Tigers cricket team hosts Mayor's Cup Tournament 2
Northeastern Ontario under air quality advisories due to forest fires 10
Master glass blower holds exhibition at the Timmins Museum 1
Sault doctor wins bronze medal in figure skating 3
Apple unveils a US$3,500 headset as it wades into the world of virtual reality 2
Fully accessible community garden in Sudbury 4
Earth Festival returns as an in-person event in Sudbury 1
North Bay men's shelter says more and more people need help 1
Sudbury part of province-wide ‘Enough is Enough’ day of action 1
Bike to Work Week kicks off in Sault Ste. Marie 1
Highway 11 reopens between Kapuskasing and Hearst 1
Sewing needles found at 2nd Bracebridge beach, prompting closure 1
Notorious serial killer Paul Bernardo moved to medium-security prison in Quebec 18
Antipsychotic drugs use increased in Canadian long-term care homes, pointing to possible quality-of-care issues: study
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

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