MNRF reports three new forest fires across the northeast
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) is reporting several new active forest fires in the northeast region including two in Greater Sudbury and one in the Parry Sound area.
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Sudbury
Sudbury’s outdoor market in now open for the season
There was a great turn-out throughout the day Saturday at Sudbury’s outdoor market, located at the corner of York Street and Paris Street.
Manitoulin OPP seek public assistance in hit-and-run investigation
Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Manitoulin Detachment were called to Meredith Street in Manitowaning just before 11:00 p.m. on Friday where a vehicle struck a pedestrian and left the scene without stopping.
Lively grocery store wins national recognition
Battistellis’ Independent Grocer in Lively has won a national award as Independent Grocer of the Year for 2020. Independent grocers from across Ontario compete for the title annually.
Sudbury seeing one of largest drops in housing affordability in Canada
New statistics have confirmed what many people have already realized: it's a lot harder to find an affordable home in Greater Sudbury than it used to be.
North Bay
Greyhound cuts will have ‘no impact on Ontario Northland'
Cuts to Greyhound Canada will have ‘no impact’ on services to Ontario Northland, the company says.
North Bay police begin downtown patrols on electric bikes
The North Bay Police Service is conducting bicycle patrols in the city.
Motorcycle driver killed in North Bay following collision with moose
A 54-year-old man from Callander, Ont., was killed Thursday evening when his motorcycle collided with a moose.
Suspect accused in prize scheme that cost a northern Ont. resident more than $5K
Ontario Provincial Police have arrested a suspect from Hamilton, Ont. in connection with an internet fraud investigation in Sturgeon Falls.
Planned power outage May 15 to affect areas around Nipissing, Powassan
Hydro One is advising residents in the Municipality of Powassan, the Townships of Nipissing, Chisholm and Machar, and Loring, Port Loring and District of a planned power outage on Saturday, May 15.
Sault Ste. Marie
Algoma University to study Lake Superior in multi-university partnership
Algoma University will be one of several partnering universities that will be studying the Lake Superior watershed this summer.
Manitoulin OPP seek public assistance in hit-and-run investigation
Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Manitoulin Detachment were called to Meredith Street in Manitowaning just before 11:00 p.m. on Friday where a vehicle struck a pedestrian and left the scene without stopping.
29-year-old man wanted for attempted murder after 'altercation' in Sault Ste. Marie
The Sault Ste. Marie Police Service says Zachery Bisaillon, 29, is wanted for attempted murder following an incident in the 500 block area of North Street just before 10:30 p.m. last night. He is to be considered armed and dangerous.
Falcons return to nest at Sault International Bridge
Peregrine Falcons are once again getting attention at the Sault's International Bridge, after returning to their nesting boxes this spring.
After false positive, Sault man questioning COVID testing and quarantine rules
A Sault Ste. Marie man says he was ordered to remain in quarantine despite a negative COVID-19 test.
Timmins
COVID-19 outbreak declared at Timmins off-site hospital facility
The Porcupine Health Unit (PHU) has declared a COVID-19 outbreak at the off-site hospital facility operated by the Timmins and District Hospital (TADH).
Timmins man charged following string of armed robberies
Police have charged a 31-year-old Timmins man with several offences following a string of robberies in the area, the most recent of which took place Friday night.
COVID crisis means people 18 and older now eligible for vaccines in Porcupine district
The Porcupine Health Unit area is the first in the northeast to offer COVID-19 vaccines for people aged 18 and older, around two weeks ahead of schedule compared to other health units in the region.
Province to increase nursing student enrollment, but college officials say funding needed to support expansion
The province said Friday it is spending $35 million to increase enrollment in nursing education programs in colleges and universities throughout Ontario.
Outbreak declared at Iroquois Falls prison as more COVID-19 cases reported in Timmins area
The Porcupine Health Unit said Friday evening that there has been a COVID-19 outbreak at Monteith Correctional Complex.
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MNRF reports three new forest fires across the northeast
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) is reporting several new active forest fires in the northeast region including two in Greater Sudbury and one in the Parry Sound area.
It could be weeks before Health Canada finalizes review of J&J doses: Dr. Sharma
It could be weeks before Health Canada is able to say for sure whether the first delivery of 300,000 Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine doses can be used due to the ongoing quality control review, according to the agency's chief medical adviser.
Thousands protest for the 'liberation of Palestine' in Montreal
Thousands of people in Montreal waved Palestinian flags, drove through the streets and gathered in front of Israel's consulate general in Westmount in support of Palestine in wake of the growing violence between Israel and Hamas.
Statement: AP 'horrified' by Israeli attack on its office
An Israeli airstrike destroyed a high-rise building in Gaza City that housed offices of The Associated Press and other media outlets on Saturday. All AP employees and freelancers evacuated the building safely.
Israel kills 42 in Gaza as Netanyahu warns war will go on
Israeli airstrikes on Gaza City flattened three buildings and killed at least 42 people Sunday, Palestinian medics said. Despite the heavy death toll and international efforts to broker a ceasefire, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu signalled the fourth war with Gaza's Hamas rulers would rage on.
Islamic nations slam Israel and each other's ties to it
A league of Muslim nations on Sunday demanded that Israel halt attacks killing Palestinian civilians amid heavy fighting between it and Hamas in the Gaza Strip, even as fissures between countries over their recognition of Israel emerged.
Vancouver police, mayor apologize for handcuffing of B.C.'s first Black Supreme Court justice
Vancouver Mayor Kennedy Stewart is apologizing and condemning systemic racism after an incident that the city's police department describes as a case of mistaken identity.
Hundreds of bodies found buried along Indian riverbanks
Police are reaching out to villagers in northern India to investigate the recovery of bodies buried in shallow sand graves or washing up on the Ganges River banks, prompting speculation on social media that they were the remains of COVID-19 victims.
29-year-old man wanted for attempted murder after 'altercation' in Sault Ste. Marie
The Sault Ste. Marie Police Service says Zachery Bisaillon, 29, is wanted for attempted murder following an incident in the 500 block area of North Street just before 10:30 p.m. last night. He is to be considered armed and dangerous.
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Israel kills 42 in Gaza as Netanyahu warns war will go on
Israeli airstrikes on Gaza City flattened three buildings and killed at least 42 people Sunday, Palestinian medics said. Despite the heavy death toll and international efforts to broker a ceasefire, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu signalled the fourth war with Gaza's Hamas rulers would rage on.
It could be weeks before Health Canada finalizes review of J&J doses: Dr. Sharma
It could be weeks before Health Canada is able to say for sure whether the first delivery of 300,000 Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine doses can be used due to the ongoing quality control review, according to the agency's chief medical adviser.
Amid violence in Gaza, Palestinians' supporters gather in cities across Canada
Amid the growing violence in east Jerusalem and the Gaza Strip, supporters of the Palestinian solidarity movement held peaceful protests in cities across Canada on Friday and Saturday, ranging from small car rallies to massive marches of thousands of people.
Feds face growing calls for answers after general overseeing vaccine effort sidelined
The federal Liberal government is facing growing calls for answers on why the military general who was overseeing Canada's COVID-19 vaccination campaign has been sidelined, as well as who will be replacing him.
Ontario reports fewer than 2,200 new COVID-19 cases, another 30 deaths
Ontario is reporting just under 2,200 new infections of COVID-19, marking a full week in which daily case numbers have remained below 3,000.
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Romania's Bran Castle, widely known as 'Dracula's castle,' is offering Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine to visitors.
Ont. girl teaches kids about life on a farm in new TV show
Young Gaby stars in her own TV show for kids, showing what's behind her admiration for agriculture.
Canadians runners lead pack in virtual 'ultra marathon'
Athletes from around the world are taking part in a virtual marathon and two Canadians are leading the pack.
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Cat leaps 5 storeys from burning building and walks away
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