Vale and Steelworkers 6500 struggle to reach a deal
The union bargaining committee is recommending rejection of a new offer tabled June 12
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Sudbury
Efforts to restore Sudbury's Junction Creek continue
A small group of volunteers in Sudbury gathered to clean the waterways of Junction Creek on Sunday.
Manitoulin OPP seek public assistance in fatal hit-and-run
Investigators are seeking the public’s assistance in locating a vehicle that fatally struck a pedestrian walking on Highway 6, north of the Espanola bridge, just before 1:00 a.m. on Saturday morning.
Camp sites reopen across the northeast
As Ontario moved to phase one of re-opening on June 11, an RV campground in Sudbury is now welcoming back transiet campers.
Pop-up rally in support of striking Vale workers
There was a peaceful gathering at the corner of Lasalle and Notre Dame Avenue in Sudbury early Saturday. Many motorists honked for those attending a pop-up rally in support of the Steelworkers 6500 while they are on strike.
North Bay
COVID-19 Outbreak at North Bay Jail
Officials confirmed Sunday evening that there is a COVID-19 Outbreak at the North Bay Jail
Powassan and area farmstand tour grows in size
Nearly 30 farmers in the Powassan area are taking part in a farmstand tour that surrounds the town and neighbouring townships.
North Bay police officer recognized for helping city's homeless
A North Bay police officer is being recognized by the Police Association of Ontario (PAO) for his charitable work helping the city's most vulnerable people.
Golf memberships at some courses in the north at an all time high
Golf is one of the few sports people in Ontario can play under the provincial government's COVID-19 restrictions, and soaring membership at northern courses show how many people are taking advantage.
Young offender in North Bay charged following Thursday afternoon standoff
A young offender has been charged in connection with a standoff Thursday afternoon on Ski Club Road in North Bay.
Sault Ste. Marie
Sault artist raising money for residential school survivors
A Sault Ste. Marie woman is raising money for residential school survivors through her art. Her sketch of the shoe memorial on front steps of Algoma University continues to bring in donations - even though she had no intention of selling this particular piece.
Alpaca farm owners looking for a buyer
After nearly 20 years the owners of Meadowview Alpaca Farm in Bruce Mines have decided it’s time to say goodbye. They have put the farm up for sale, and they’re hoping whoever purchases their business will take it to the next level.
Sault Ste. Marie sees demand for building permits soar as city's construction season kicks off
The building and construction season has arrived in the Sault with a bang. Sault Ste. Marie says it has issued 500 building permits so far this year, far more than the 367 it issued at the same time in 2020.
Province announces plans to upgrade 20km of Highway 17B in Garden River
The Ontario government has announced plans to complete paving and other work along a 20-kilometre stretch of Highway 17B in Garden River First Nation.
Algoma University and Northern College to offer new computer course
With the aim of growing the computer science talent pool in northeastern Ontario, Algoma University in Sault Ste. Marie and Northern College in Timmins are offering a new dual credential program.
Timmins
Timmins police share highlights from new strategic plan
The Timmins Police Service says the benefits of making and sticking to a business plan has proven to be a worthwhile endeavour for its organization.
Federal government sends aid to Kashechewan to battle spread of COVID-19
With COVID-19 cases climbing in Kashechewan, the federal government is responding to the community's call for help.
Timmins man with Autism uses exercise to challenge himself and help others
For the past couple of years, Michael Thoerner of Timmins has been on a path to learn new ways of improving his health and general well-being.
Northern mayors want lockdown to end for smaller towns in Porcupine area
Mayors of towns along the Highway 11 corridor in the Porcupine region agree that lockdowns are the right move for COVID hot spot areas.
Kashechewan in crisis as COVID-19 spreads among young people, overwhelming community resources
A humanitarian crisis is quickly overwhelming the remote community of Kashechewan, a northern Ontario First Nation on the coast of James Bay.
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Vale and Steelworkers 6500 struggle to reach a deal
The union bargaining committee is recommending rejection of a new offer tabled June 12
COVID-19 Outbreak at North Bay Jail
Officials confirmed Sunday evening that there is a COVID-19 Outbreak at the North Bay Jail
Timmins police share highlights from new strategic plan
The Timmins Police Service says the benefits of making and sticking to a business plan has proven to be a worthwhile endeavour for its organization.
Federal government sends aid to Kashechewan to battle spread of COVID-19
With COVID-19 cases climbing in Kashechewan, the federal government is responding to the community's call for help.
Sault artist raising money for residential school survivors
A Sault Ste. Marie woman is raising money for residential school survivors through her art. Her sketch of the shoe memorial on front steps of Algoma University continues to bring in donations - even though she had no intention of selling this particular piece.
Powassan and area farmstand tour grows in size
Nearly 30 farmers in the Powassan area are taking part in a farmstand tour that surrounds the town and neighbouring townships.
Efforts to restore Sudbury's Junction Creek continue
A small group of volunteers in Sudbury gathered to clean the waterways of Junction Creek on Sunday.
Manitoulin OPP seek public assistance in fatal hit-and-run
Investigators are seeking the public’s assistance in locating a vehicle that fatally struck a pedestrian walking on Highway 6, north of the Espanola bridge, just before 1:00 a.m. on Saturday morning.
RCMP officer, 26, killed during Sask. traffic stop
Const. Shelby Patton of the Indian Head RCMP detachment was killed while on-duty on Saturday morning, according to Saskatchewan RCMP.
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Trudeau pledges support for Ukraine, mum on support for next step in NATO membership
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is joining a meeting of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization with Canada reiterating its broad support for Ukraine, but not whether it will back a move by Kyiv to join the military alliance amid tensions with Russia.
CAF, Sajjan look at 'next steps' after reports senior military leaders golfed with Vance amid misconduct probe
The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) is determining 'next steps' after being made aware that senior military leaders, including one who can issue orders regarding military police investigations, went golfing with former defence chief Gen. Jonathan Vance, who is currently under military police investigation for alleged sexual misconduct.
Canada donating 13M surplus COVID-19 vaccine doses to developing countries
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau pledged 13 million surplus vaccines to help the world get immunized against COVID-19 as he and other G7 leaders wrapped up a weekend summit in Britain dominated by the pandemic, climate change and China.
Prime minister, Sask. premier mourn death of RCMP officer killed on-duty
Officials and community members from Saskatchewan and across Canada are sharing messages of mourning after an RCMP officer was killed on-duty Saturday.
Many supplements for vision loss do not achieve their label claim, researcher says
A new generation of supplements have become a billion-dollar business, containing antioxidants that slow the development of macular degeneration, a leading cause of blindness. But according to a researcher, many on the market may not contain the level of antioxidants that they claim on the label.
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'I'm gonna die': U.S. diver says he was swallowed by whale
A man diving for lobsters in Cape Cod, says he was swallowed by a humpback whale, which eventually spit him out.
Queen marks official birthday at traditional military parade
CTV News' Royal Commentator Richard Berthelsen explains the significance of the traditional Trooping the Colour ceremony.
Angry elephant attacks truck with a shocked driver inside
A supply truck driver got the shock of a lifetime when an elephant attacked his vehicle. The man was rescued safety.
Don't do the TikTok 'dry scoop challenge': health experts
Health experts are warning people to stay away from TikTok trend called 'dry scooping' that's left some participants in the hospital.
