Sudbury Theatre Centre accepting registrations for summer theatre camps
Registration is now open for Sudbury Theatre Centre’s summer theatre camps, open to students ages 8-12.
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Emergency room expansion underway on Manitoulin Island
The pandemic has caused major delays for construction projects, and the emergency room expansion at Manitoulin Health Centre in Mindemoya is no exception.
Canadian Blood Services celebrates National Blood Week with an emphasis on plasma donors
Monday kicks off National Blood Week and here in Sudbury, Canadian Blood Services is emphasizing plasma donations.
Judge dismisses lawsuit from Sudbury teen injured on mall escalator
In a decision released June 8, a Sudbury judge has thrown out a lawsuit by the family of a teenager who was injured on the escalator of the Rainbow Centre Mall in 2017.
Sudbury bylaw officers order resident to get rid of six-foot python
Greater Sudbury's hearing committee will hear an appeal next week from the owner of a python who is fighting an order compelling to give up the pet snake.
North Bay
North Bay musician receives nomination at Summer Solstice Indigenous Music Awards
Esther Pennell’s latest album, ‘Big Dream,’ received a nomination at the Summer Solstice Indigenous Music Awards
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.
Sault Ste. Marie
Sault police investigating woman's death
Sault police are investigating the death of a woman near a steel plant, the third female body to be found in the city in less than a month.
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 the 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.
Timmins
Third person charged with manslaughter in drug overdose death in Cochrane
Ontario Provincial Police in Cochrane have charged a third person in relation to a death in Cochrane a year ago.
Timmins man accused of following someone he was ordered to stay away from was arrested
Timmins police say a man was charged with criminal harassment Sunday night after being accused of following someone he was ordered to stay away from.
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.
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Vaccines effective at preventing hospitalization from Delta variant, studies suggest
The novel coronavirus Delta variant, which has now been detected in 74 countries, is causing concern as it spreads, stalling re-opening campaigns abroad and raising questions in Canada, although new studies suggest that the current vaccines do provide some protection against infection and are effective at preventing hospitalization.
Ontario school board's new 4 p.m. bell time sparks outrage
A petition started to oppose the Durham District School Board’s (DDSB) new 4 p.m. bell time for the 2021-2022 academic year has garnered more than 2,000 signatures.
Slain billionaire Barry Sherman divided estate equally among four children
Slain billionaire Barry Sherman left his entire estate to be evenly distributed among his four adult children in the event of his wife’s death, according to court documents.
Judge dismisses lawsuit from Sudbury teen injured on mall escalator
In a decision released June 8, a Sudbury judge has thrown out a lawsuit by the family of a teenager who was injured on the escalator of the Rainbow Centre Mall in 2017.
Steelworkers local 6500 rejects Vale's second offer
The union bargaining committee for workers at Vale's mining operations in Sudbury is rejecting a new offer tabled June 12.
Sudbury bylaw officers order resident to get rid of six-foot python
Greater Sudbury's hearing committee will hear an appeal next week from the owner of a python who is fighting an order compelling to give up the pet snake.
Second highway fatality near Manitoulin in two days, 18-year-old killed
Tragic news in the Manitoulin Island area after police reported a second fatality over the weekend on Highway 6.
Sudbury Theatre Centre accepting registrations for summer theatre camps
Registration is now open for Sudbury Theatre Centre’s summer theatre camps, open to students ages 8-12.
Third person charged with manslaughter in drug overdose death in Cochrane
Ontario Provincial Police in Cochrane have charged a third person in relation to a death in Cochrane a year ago.
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Vaccines effective at preventing hospitalization from Delta variant, studies suggest
The novel coronavirus Delta variant, which has now been detected in 74 countries, is causing concern as it spreads, stalling re-opening campaigns abroad and raising questions in Canada, although new studies suggest that the current vaccines do provide some protection against infection and are effective at preventing hospitalization.
Rouleau stepping aside as defence vice-chief following golf game with Vance
The second-in-command at the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) is stepping away from his post following a golf outing with Gen. Jonathan Vance, who remains under investigation for allegations of sexual misconduct.
Maj.-Gen. Dany Fortin files court challenge of his firing from vaccine rollout
The military commander who was removed from his post as the head of vaccine logistics last month is alleging his dismissal involved political interference by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and two of his cabinet ministers.
Trudeau to visit Pfizer on final day of international pandemic trip, begin quarantine
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is spending the last day of his first international trip in more than a year visiting a plant that played a pivotal role in Canada's early rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine.
5 things to know for Tuesday, June 15, 2021
Canada has now administered at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine to 73.98 per cent of the country's eligible population.
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Whales appear during Indigenous ceremony for 215 children
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CTV Vancouver reporter reveals Indigenous roots
The discovery of the remains of 215 children at a residential school in Kamloops hit very close to home for CTV Vancouver reporter Ben Miljure.
