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  Structure Fire in Greater Sudbury

  Fire crews were called to the scene of an active fire in the Greater Sudbury community of Chelmsford Thursday evening.

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  Sudbury murder trial nears conclusion, closing arguments Monday

  The second-degree murder trial of Robert Steven Wright resumed briefly Thursday morning, with the defence formally wrapping up its case. 25

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  North Bay liquidation store aims to bring treasure hunts to discount shopping

  The co-owners of a new liquidation store in North Bay, Samuel Quesnel and Chloé Boivenue, say they want to bring a treasure hunt shopping experience to the city. 1

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  Opposition parties affirm call for interference inquiry, amid questions over MP Han Dong

  Amid renewed questions over the pervasiveness of alleged interference by China in Canadian elections and affairs broadly, opposition MPs voted Thursday afternoon to affirm a parliamentary committee's call for the federal government to strike a public inquiry. 10

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  Canada’s top court rules evidence from unlawful spot check can be used in northern Ont. impaired driving case

  The Supreme Court of Canada has reinstated the impaired driving conviction of a northern Ontario man, despite agreeing that his rights were breached during his arrest.

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  Police say North Bay suspect had $116K in drugs on him, $43K in cash

  A 33-year-old North Bay man is facing charges after police made an arrest March 21 in a parking lot on Lakeshore Drive.

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  'I feel horrible': Ontario man denied theft coverage owes $55,000 for stolen truck

  An Ontario man said he was shocked when his truck was stolen not once but twice, and the second time it was taken he was surprised to discover he was no longer covered for theft. 1

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  Vale shares mining industry plans for Greater Sudbury at chamber luncheon

  The Greater Sudbury Chamber of Commerce hosted a luncheon in Sudbury on Thursday with mining giant Vale as primary focus. 2

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  Sudbury police highlight the dangers of stunt driving with lighthearted social media post

  A Sudbury-area driver has been charged with speeding and stunt driving following a recent incident Greater Sudbury.

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  M'Chigeeng First Nation on Manitoulin Island postpones election until May

  The M'Chigeeng First Nation on Manitoulin Island has decided to cancel its upcoming election scheduled for Monday, March 27.

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  Highlights of the Ontario government's budget

  The Ontario government tabled a budget Thursday that forecasts provincial surpluses after a year, with heavy investments in health care. Here are the highlights. 1

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  Ontario Government to expand pharmacists prescribing power this fall

  Starting in the fall, pharmacists will be able to prescribe medications that treat moderate acne, canker sores, diaper dermatitis, yeast infections, pinworms and threadworms along with nausea and vomiting related to pregnancy; in additional to the 13 other ailments they were granted prescribing powers for in January. 3

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  North Bay police charge Huntsville man in assault with brass knuckles

  A 22-year-old from Huntsville is facing assault charges following an attack in North Bay involving brass knuckles, police say.

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  Cemetery running out of room, Sudbury OKs $4M expansion

  With a waitlist in place for some burial services, Greater Sudbury has approved a $4 million expansion of the Civic Memorial Mausoleum. 6

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  One person killed in Highway 11 crash near Matheson

  One person has died following a serious two-vehicle crash on Highway 11 north of Matheson on Wednesday night, police say. 4

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  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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  Woman receives free gift, but signs contract for $7,000 vacuum cleaner

  A Toronto woman said she received a free air purifier as an online promotion, but also signed up for a $7,000 vacuum cleaner in the process. 1

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  Ontario puts $113M in budget to emergency preparedness

  Community organizations and municipalities in Ontario could get a piece of $110 million in funding the province has committed over three years for emergency readiness. 4

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  Woman blows 4x legal alcohol limit after crashing into car in school parking lot

  A Tottenham woman faces impaired driving charges for allegedly blowing four times over the legal limit after crashing into a vehicle in a school parking lot.

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  Moose Factory holds a celebration more than 350 years in the making

  Moose Factory, an island on the Moose River, is celebrating its 350th anniversary and more, this year. Each season will see activities, celebrations and gatherings. 2

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  As trail options shrink, Sudbury may allow snow machines to cross city streets

  Greater Sudbury is considering updating its snowmobile bylaw to allow the vehicles to cross sections of Bancroft Drive and Moonlight Beach Road. 8

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  Family sues OPP, others, for more than $2M after woman dies in Sudbury, Ont., jail

  The family of a woman who died by suicide in November 2020 while incarcerated at the Sudbury Jail is suing police and other officials for more than $2 million.

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  Ontario aims to balance budget in 2025 despite largest spending plan in province's history

  The Ontario government says it is on track to balancing the budget by 2025 despite having the largest spending plan in the province’s history. 5

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  Northern Ont. police find driver unconscious at the wheel, motor running

  Ontario Provincial Police responding to a different call March 17 discovered a driver slumped over the wheel in a running parked car on Main Street in the Town of Thessalon.

• Largest recorded Alberta earthquake not natural, from oilsands wastewater: study 1
• Hwy. 17 fully reopen between Wawa, White River 2
• WeightWatchers appears set to close dozens of Canadian locations Sunday
• Liver disease rates soaring in Canada 1
• Sudbury police charge 3 with attempted murder in downtown robbery 9
• Budget 2023 to detail crackdown on 'junk fees' for consumers: federal source 1
• An abundance of job options at Northern College career fair 1
• Han Dong resigns from Liberal caucus, denies interference allegations 45
• Former prime minister Stephen Harper says Canada needs a 'Conservative renaissance' 1
• Sault Ste. Marie prepares for organic waste collection 1
• Canada broke a population growth record in 2022: StatCan 3
• How to deal with residential school denialism 7
• Crossing guards recognized in North Bay on appreciation day 1
• Northern Ontario NDP wants safer highways 1
• Sudbury organization launches awareness campaign 1
• 'Suspicious' fire at Gravenhurst Wharf causes $750,000 damage
• Sault police seize guns, ammunition, drugs, suspect charged
• Doug Ford sports new look after miscommunication with barber at Walmart 1
• 6 people rescued after boat capsized on Georgian Bay
• Worst place in Canada for bed bugs has been revealed
• 2 escape jail and go to IHOP, where patrons report them 1
• One taken to hospital after North Bay duplex fire 2
• 'Cheap quality': Ontario woman says dresses she ordered online look completely different in real life 1
• Gwyneth Paltrow ski collision trial brings doctors to stand 3
• Calgary doctor performs spine surgery on conscious patient
• Meals on Wheels in Sudbury raises awareness of community impact, need for volunteers 1
• Vacant buildings in downtown Sudbury could become residential units 1
• New online portal helping people deal with chronic pain 1
• North Bay police board approves 2023 budget, includes a 10% increase 3
• Sault police bringing back auxiliary unit 1
• Sudbury police looking for transport truck hit by SUV in MR80 crash 4
• Timmins residents share painful stories on day to eliminate racism 1
• Sault Ste. Marie joins others, will ban TikTok on city devices 1
• Carson Briere, son of Flyers GM Danny, charged for pushing wheelchair down stairs 1
• Sudbury murder trial to resume Thursday morning
• Northern Ontario police seize $35K in drugs during traffic stop