Northern highways closed near Wawa Sunday evening due to weather
The OPP have closed parts of both Highway 17 and Highway 101 near Wawa due to poor weather conditions.
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Sudbury
Bill 23 to present some challenges for at least one northern city
The provincial government's latest piece of legislation, entitled 'More Homes, Built Faster,' could pose more headaches for the administrators in Greater Sudbury. Critics to the bill say it will leave municipalities short billions of dollars, the city's preliminary estimate anticipates it could cost taxpayers $7.5 million in the coming years.
Francophone musician Chuck Labelle back on stage
After a two-year hiatus from the pandemic, Sudbury's own Chuck Labelle is back on the road and thrilling audiences. The francophone musician says he's happy to be back at it and performing for audiences.
Fatal collision on Hwy. 129, south of Chapleau
Ontario Provincial Police have confirmed they are investigating a fatal collision on Highway 129 near Highway 667 about 40 kilometres south of Chapleau.
CTV Lions Children's Christmas Telethon raises over $300,000
The 74th annual CTV Lions Children’s Christmas Telethon continued its northern tradition Saturday.
Sudbury plays host to FIRST robotics competition
Lo-Ellen Park Secondary School played host to the FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) Tech Qualifier with students competing from across Sudbury, North Bay, Manitoulin Island, Bruce County and Toronto. Teams had to use their robots to complete different challenges, using pylons while amassing points.
North Bay
North Bay's second Souls for Souls campaign is underway
North Bay’s Compassionate Committee for the Homeless is in the midst of its second annual Soles for Souls campaign.
Sudbury plays host to FIRST robotics competition
Lo-Ellen Park Secondary School played host to the FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) Tech Qualifier with students competing from across Sudbury, North Bay, Manitoulin Island, Bruce County and Toronto. Teams had to use their robots to complete different challenges, using pylons while amassing points.
New veterinarian a boost for animal care in the North Bay area
A veterinarian clinic in Callander, just outside of North Bay, is welcoming a new doctor to its team.
North Bay company fined $200K for damaging turtle habitat
A construction company in North Bay has been fined $200,000 for causing damage to a Blandings Turtle habitat in 2018. The turtle is a threatened species in Ontario.
Here's how to watch this year's CTV Lions Children's Christmas Telethon
For the first time, the CTV Lions Children's Christmas Telethon will be held at Greater Sudbury’s new arts facility, Place des Arts.
Sault Ste. Marie
Sault city council looks for input on transportation from the community
The way Sault Ste. Marie's transportation system is envisioned is being reimagined.
Northern highways closed near Wawa Sunday evening due to weather
The OPP have closed parts of both Highway 17 and Highway 101 near Wawa due to poor weather conditions.
Fatal collision on Hwy. 129, south of Chapleau
Ontario Provincial Police have confirmed they are investigating a fatal collision on Highway 129 near Highway 667 about 40 kilometres south of Chapleau.
Sault area festive RIDE campaign has begun
Police have commenced their festive reduce impaired driving everywhere or RIDE campaign has kicked-off in the Sault area with officiers looking to deter impaired driving during the holidays.
Snow squall warning issued for Sault area; poor conditions on Hwy. 17 expected
A snow squall warning was issued Sunday in the Sault Ste. Marie area with poor road conditions expected.
Timmins
Former homeless shelter in Timmins eyed by CMHA as permanent safe consumption site
The Cochrane-Temiskaming branch of CHMA is looking to set up a permanent safe consumption site at 21 Cedar St. N, the location of the current temporary site.
Northern Ont. EMS wants to be first in Canada to offer opioid treatment in ambulances
Emergency Services in Cochrane District want to be the first EMS in Canada to offer a vital anti-opioid treatment in ambulances, a move that would help more people overcome their addiction issues.
Timmins man charged with assaulting a minor
The Timmins Police Service has charged a local man with assaulting a minor in connection with a series of incidents between 2019 and mid 2022.
Flash freeze, wind warnings in effect in northeastern Ont.
Environment Canada has issued flash freeze and high wind warnings for several communities in northeastern Ontario.
Here's how to watch this year's CTV Lions Children's Christmas Telethon
For the first time, the CTV Lions Children's Christmas Telethon will be held at Greater Sudbury’s new arts facility, Place des Arts.
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Fatal collision on Hwy. 129, south of Chapleau
Ontario Provincial Police have confirmed they are investigating a fatal collision on Highway 129 near Highway 667 about 40 kilometres south of Chapleau.
Most Canadians back invocation of Emergencies Act during 'Freedom Convoy' protests: Nanos
As the inquiry into the federal government's decision to use the Emergencies Act during the 'Freedom Convoy' protests nears the finish line, a new survey has found that two in three Canadians say they support, at least to some degree, the invocation of the Act.
Bill 23 to present some challenges for at least one northern city
The provincial government's latest piece of legislation, entitled 'More Homes, Built Faster,' could pose more headaches for the administrators in Greater Sudbury. Critics to the bill say it will leave municipalities short billions of dollars, the city's preliminary estimate anticipates it could cost taxpayers $7.5 million in the coming years.
CTV Lions Children's Christmas Telethon raises over $300,000
The 74th annual CTV Lions Children’s Christmas Telethon continued its northern tradition Saturday.
Northern highways closed near Wawa Sunday evening due to weather
The OPP have closed parts of both Highway 17 and Highway 101 near Wawa due to poor weather conditions.
CHEO calls in Red Cross as it deals with surge in respiratory patients
Help will arrive at the children's hospital in Ottawa next week as it continues to see "unprecedented volumes" of young patients suffering from respiratory viruses. A team of staff from the Red Cross will begin working at the hospital in the next week.
FedEx driver is arrested in the kidnapping and killing of a 7-year-old girl who went missing outside her home this week, police say
A driver working for FedEx was arrested and charged Friday in the kidnapping and killing of a 7-year-old girl who had disappeared from her home's driveway in Texas earlier this week, police said.
Sault city council looks for input on transportation from the community
The way Sault Ste. Marie's transportation system is envisioned is being reimagined.
North Bay's second Souls for Souls campaign is underway
North Bay’s Compassionate Committee for the Homeless is in the midst of its second annual Soles for Souls campaign.
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Canadian patient receives groundbreaking treatment for a disabling disorder, with a parathyroid transplant into her arm
Canadian doctors say they have cured a patient with a severe and disabling disorder with a parathyroid transplant from a deceased donor. Dawn Ethier, a mother of four and police officer in Ottawa, is the first in North America and one of perhaps two in the world given new parathyroid glands that have eliminated her debilitating symptoms.
Most Canadians back invocation of Emergencies Act during 'Freedom Convoy' protests: Nanos
As the inquiry into the federal government's decision to use the Emergencies Act during the 'Freedom Convoy' protests nears the finish line, a new survey has found that two in three Canadians say they support, at least to some degree, the invocation of the Act.
'I am not a criminal': Habs goalie Carey Price speaks against controversial firearms bill
Montreal Canadiens goalie Carey Price has taken a stance against Ottawa's controversial Bill C-21, which would refine the definition of prohibited assault-style firearms -- drawing the ire of Canadian hunters who say the definition would outlaw weapons used within their practice. Meanwhile, the Liberals have repeatedly stated their intention is not to go after hunters but to restrict certain firearms designed for the 'battlefield.'
Bob McGrath, 'Sesame Street' legend, dies at 90
Bob McGrath, an actor, musician and children’s author widely known for his portrayal of one of the first regular characters on the children’s show 'Sesame Street' has died at the age of 90.
Girl Guides of Canada announces two potential new names for Brownies program
Girl Guides of Canada is asking its members to vote on two new name options for its Brownies program -- comets or embers.
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Red Cross steps in to help children's hospital in Ottawa
A Calgary children’s hospice centre temporarily suspends staff for their relocation to Alberta Children’s Hospital. Melanie Nagy reports.
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Former B.C. premier kindles an everlasting friendship
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