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Day camps continue to be a popular March Break activity for parents and kids in Sudbury
Enrolling children in day camps and other activities during March Break continues to be a popular choice for families, despite the costs to participate.
A northeastern Ontario riding could be headed for a vote recount, following close provincial election results
When polls closed in Mushkegowuk-James Bay, NDP MPP incumbent Guy Bourgouin had a four-vote lead over Progressive Conservative candidate Dave Plourde. Elections Ontario said it is still tabulating official election results, but if there is a margin of victory of less than 25 votes, a recount would be required.
Residents oppose apartment development project in Sudbury neighbourhood
A group of Sudbury residents continue to voice their opposition against a proposal to build three new apartment buildings in their Sunrise Ridge Estates neighbourhood. The buildings would accommodate 324 units, with 108 units designated to be affordable housing.
Federal funding helping Greater Sudbury address homelessness, add shelter spaces
The federal government is providing Greater Sudbury with over $8 million in funding to address homelessness in the city over the next four years.
Thunder Bay hospital foundation's 50/50 draw breaks records, surpasses $6.4 million
The Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Foundation’s annual 50/50 fundraiser, which raises money for the hospital, exceeded expectations once again and climbed to a record-breaking $6.4 million for Friday’s grand prize draw. A couple from Hanmer, Ont., is taking home the prize money after their ticket was drawn.
Thunder Bay goaltender helping lead Team Canada at World Junior Championship
18-year-old goaltender Carter George is making his mark at the World Junior Hockey Championship in Ottawa. The Thunder Bay native, who plays for the OHL’s Owen Sound Attack, has posted two shutouts in the tournament so far.
Timmins artist using AI technology to create and teach art therapy to others
A digital artist from Timmins is using Artificial Intelligence to create artwork and teach art therapy and mindfulness to others through an on-line video series.
Northern Ontario fur trapping group warns pet owners to keep pets close-by on Crown Land
The Timmins Fur Council is hoping to raise awareness about the dangers of letting pets run off-leash while in the woods. The warning comes after two dogs were injured recently when they became caught in baited snare traps.
Beaverhouse First Nation signs agreement with Agnico Eagle
Beaverhouse First Nation, in Kirkland Lake Ont., has signed an Impacts and Benefits Agreement with Agnico Eagle Mines regarding the company’s Macassa Mine site. It’s a historic first for Beaverhouse, which only became a federally recognized First Nation in 2022.
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Popular Christmas lights display is being lit up the final time this year
A popular Christmas lights display in Sudbury that raises money for the local food bank will be lit up for one final season this year. The Durkac Festival of Lights includes over 50,000 lights, and will end after 20 years and more than 10,000 donations for the Sudbury Food Bank.