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Heat warning issued for our area

Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for our area, with a two-day heat event beginning Thursday.   The weather agency says daytime high temperatures are expected to be near 30...

Winter storm warning issued for the area

Mother Nature has apparently decided March will go out like a lion this year instead of a lamb.  Environment Canada has issued a winter storm warning for the area for...

Snowfall warning for the area

Environment Canada has issued a snowfall warning for Greater Sudbury and vicinity. "Snow is expected to impact northeastern Ontario beginning Saturday afternoon," states the weather agency.  "15 to 20 cm...

Rainbow Schools take part in Take Our Kids to Work

Grade 9 students in Rainbow Schools are getting the chance to learn about the world of work this week.  They will be spending the day on Wednesday, Nov. 2 shadowing...

Federal funding for community-led projects locally

Over $650,000 is going to 13 community-led infrastructure projects around the north, including our area.   The North Bay and Area Community Foundation and Anthony Rota, MP for Nipissing-Timiskaming, announced the...

Halloween safety tips from East Algoma OPP

East Algoma Ontario Province Police say Halloween can be an exciting time for kids and safety can be easily forgotten with the distraction of candy and costumes.  That’s why...

Terror Trail fundraiser returns to Spanish

Maplegate House for Women is inviting everyone to their 2nd annual Terror Trail fundraiser.  The terror trail is open nightly Oct. 27-29 with $5 admission.  It’s located at 17 John Street...

Volunteers sought for Special Education Advisory Committee

The Rainbow District School Board is looking for volunteers for its Special Education Advisory Committee.  Applications are being accepted to fill positions for a period of four years, beginning January...

Area educators learning more about the skilled trades

About 30 area teachers and guidance counsellors are learning more about jobs in demand and the skilled trades.  The grade...

New OPPA president from the north

The new President and CEO of the Ontario Provincial Police Association is from northern Ontario.  John Cerasuolo was named to...

Charges filed after crash just west of Espanola

A 38-year-old driver from Bowmanville has been charged after a collision around 8 am Wednesday, Oct. 26 on Highway...

NDP MPPs write to Federal Electoral Boundaries Commission

Several New Democrat MPPs are calling for fair electoral representation for northern Ontario residents. The list includes Algoma-Manitoulin’s Michael Mantha,...

Peaceful end to situation in Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory

The shelter in place has been lifted in Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory. That announcement on social media from Ogimaa Kwe Rachel...

Disturbance call in Elliot Lake leads to charges

Charges have been filed after Ontario Provincial Police responded to a disturbance call at a Hutchison Avenue apartment in...

Blind River receiving FedNor funding

FedNor is investing over $4.5 million to upgrade public community spaces across northern Ontario.  A dozen projects are receiving funding...

New CEO named at Science North

After an international search, Science North has found a new CEO from within their own ranks. Ashley Larose, who is...
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Laurentian plays hosts to high school students

July has not been a holiday for some students. This...

2025 All Nations Childcare Gathering

The 2025 All Nations Childcare Gathering, hosted by Kenjgewin...

Manitoulin Group acquires Quebec motor carrier

The Manitoulin Group of Companies is expanding its presence...

Free trade between provinces and territories

Canada's premiers are working on a mutual recognition agreement...

WTPS Welcomes Anthony Kilburn as Staff Sergeant

The Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service is welcoming Anthony Kilburn...
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