Northern Ont. hailstorm leaves hundreds of dents, two broken windshields
A video shows a northern Ontario fishing lodge being pelleted with large hail during an intense storm this week, leaving behind a trail of damage.
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Sudbury
Pumpkinferno™ returns to Sudbury
Pumpkinferno™ is back as part of Halloween at Sudbury’s Dynamic Earth. The event includes three new sets and a few new surprises on the Pumpkin Trail.
The Big Nickel turns pink and blue
It was an emotional scene at Sudbury's Big Nickel on Wednesday night; the iconic landmark was lit up in blue and pink - for Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month.
Sudbury police arrest suspect in gun incident; suspected shooter still on the lam
Greater Sudbury Police have arrested one person wanted in connection with a shooting Sept. 28 on Grandview Boulevard. However, the suspected shooter has not been located.
Regina resident among those charged with stunt driving in Sudbury area
A 32-year-old driver from Regina, Sask., has been charged with stunt driving, one of several people charged with traffic offences last weekend in the Sudbury area.
Impaired driver was passed out behind the wheel: Manitoulin OPP
One person has been charged after Ontario Provincial Police on Manitoulin Island responded to a traffic complaint Oct. 4 around 3:45 p.m. on Bidwell Road in the Town of Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands.
North Bay
Collision kills senior riding a scooter in Sturgeon Falls
A resident of Nipissing First Nation was killed Wednesday when she was involved in a collision at the intersection of Michaud Street and Queen Street in Sturgeon Falls.
North Bay police say drug trafficking suspect had loaded handgun
A North Bay man is facing weapons and drug charges after police arrested a suspect Wednesday evening near McPhail Street.
Hunters asked to submit deer samples to help combat wasting disease
The Government of Ontario is asking hunters to submit deer samples as part of its chronic wasting disease surveillance program to allow for early detection of the disease.
Recent child-luring incidents cause alarm in North Bay
Two recent incidents of adults trying to lure children have North Bay and area parents and caregivers on edge.
North Bay crowds energize Grand Slam of Curling
Another major curling event is taking place in North Bay this week. The Pinty's Grand Slam of Curling is on until Sunday, featuring some of Canada's best curlers competing and staying in North Bay.
Sault Ste. Marie
Impaired driver was passed out behind the wheel: Manitoulin OPP
One person has been charged after Ontario Provincial Police on Manitoulin Island responded to a traffic complaint Oct. 4 around 3:45 p.m. on Bidwell Road in the Town of Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands.
Soo Greyhounds name captain, assistants for upcoming season
The Soo Greyhounds announced this week that New York Rangers prospect Bryce McConnell-Barker has been named captain for the 2022-23 Ontario Hockey League season.
Sault mayoral candidates meet with voters
Candidates vying to be Sault Ste. Marie’s new mayor say a few issues appear to be top of mind for voters: homelessness, drug addiction and mental health.
Sault YMCA, library team up to stimulate your body and mind
A trial of the YMCA's gym, weight room and pool is only a library card away for those in the Sault.
Northern Ontario man, 65, charged with drug trafficking
A senior citizen from a small northern Ontario town about 125 kilometres north of Wawa has been charged with trafficking suspected crack cocaine and oxycodone, police say.
Timmins
A Timmins task force wants to make the doctor shortage a municipal election issue
A physician recruitment task force in Timmins is urging candidates in the upcoming municipal election to make the local doctor shortage a priority in their platforms. The group said the city is in a healthcare crisis and if the community doesn't come together, the problem will get dramatically worse.
Mining company says Timmins could supplant Sudbury as global nickel capital
Deposits being explored in the Timmins area could become major source of high-quality nickel for the electric car battery market.
Inflation affects international students in Timmins
In Timmins, students -- including international students -- are struggling with inflation and rising costs for groceries and other staples.
Timmins police investigate Friday morning shooting
A disturbance in the early morning of Sept. 30 at a residence on Fifth Avenue resulted in a man being shot.
Timmins police investigate sudden death
The criminal investigation division of the Timmins Police Service is on the scene of a residence in Porcupine where a body has been discovered.
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Sudbury police arrest suspect in gun incident; suspected shooter still on the lam
Greater Sudbury Police have arrested one person wanted in connection with a shooting Sept. 28 on Grandview Boulevard. However, the suspected shooter has not been located.
A Timmins task force wants to make the doctor shortage a municipal election issue
A physician recruitment task force in Timmins is urging candidates in the upcoming municipal election to make the local doctor shortage a priority in their platforms. The group said the city is in a healthcare crisis and if the community doesn't come together, the problem will get dramatically worse.
Mining company says Timmins could supplant Sudbury as global nickel capital
Deposits being explored in the Timmins area could become major source of high-quality nickel for the electric car battery market.
Woman sexually assaulted by Jacob Hoggard says her life was 'shattered beyond recognition'
An Ontario woman who was sexually assaulted by Hedley frontman Jacob Hoggard in a Toronto hotel room nearly six years ago says her life was 'shattered beyond recognition' as a result of the incident.
Credit card surcharge change comes into effect for Canadian businesses
Canadian businesses are able to pass on a new credit card surcharge to their customers starting today, although it remains to be seen how many merchants decide to adopt the new fee.
Pumpkinferno™ returns to Sudbury
Pumpkinferno™ is back as part of Halloween at Sudbury’s Dynamic Earth. The event includes three new sets and a few new surprises on the Pumpkin Trail.
The Big Nickel turns pink and blue
It was an emotional scene at Sudbury's Big Nickel on Wednesday night; the iconic landmark was lit up in blue and pink - for Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month.
Collision kills senior riding a scooter in Sturgeon Falls
A resident of Nipissing First Nation was killed Wednesday when she was involved in a collision at the intersection of Michaud Street and Queen Street in Sturgeon Falls.
Hunters asked to submit deer samples to help combat wasting disease
The Government of Ontario is asking hunters to submit deer samples as part of its chronic wasting disease surveillance program to allow for early detection of the disease.
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Poilievre condemned for use of YouTube tag targeting 'misogynistic' groups
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and the Liberals are accusing Pierre Poilievre of 'using his videos to appeal to far-right misogynistic online movements,' following a report that Poilievre's YouTube channel was using a hidden tag to promote his videos among anti-women audiences.
Liberals' GST rebate boost bill passes House with all-party support, off to Senate
One of the Liberals' two affordability-focused pieces of legislation passed the House of Commons on Thursday, with all-party support. It is now off to the Senate for further consideration.
Canadians driving more, but 74 per cent don't know they should update their insurance provider: survey
A new survey has found many Canadians are driving more with the return to offices and workplaces, but most don’t know they should be reporting this change to their insurance companies, which experts say could cause issues down the line.
Toronto Blue Jays game attendance soars in 2022. Why that's good for their playoff push
The Toronto Blue Jays have the largest increase in average attendance at Major League Baseball games this year, when compared to pre-pandemic numbers, a statistic fans hope will help the team's playoff push on Friday when they take on the Seattle Mariners in a wildcard series.
McGill investigating tweet by instructor who allegedly promoted violence against Iranian protesters
McGill University says it is investigating one of its instructors who allegedly called for the death of people participating in anti-government protests in the streets of Iran in recent weeks.
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