The four laning of highway 69 gets another push
Sudbury MPP Jamie West spoke up this week at Queen’s park when it comes to a major roadway. West reminded the Government that the Sudbury Chamber of Commerce has urged the government to fund the four-laning of the last 68 kilometres of Highway 69. West says that Businesses are concerned that Northern Ontario’s critical infrastructure and transportation deficit is damaging our local economy.
Tent Caterpillars are on the way
While the snow is still evident everywhere, the Canadian Forest Service says that when warmer weather does stay, Northern Ontarians may see either more or fewer tent caterpillars depending on where you live in northern Ontario. Experts say that the tent caterpillar infestations generally run anywhere from two to four years with three years being the average. The Sudbury area is heading towards the end of an infestation, while Sault Ste. Marie is still on year two.
A 34-year-old man facing multiple charges, following two incidents
A 34-year-old North Bay man faces charges after police investigated a break-in Friday. I happened on the 400 block of Main Street. This is after the man was allegedly caught rummaging through a vehicle and a storage unit. The accused was identified through the use of surveillance. He’s also been charged with break-in from May of last year when a household appliance was stolen.
Unknown female wanted in a case of Mischief
Meanwhile, a suspect is being sought in a case of Mischief. It happened in Sault Ste. Marie. On January 31, 2019, an unknown female attended an apartment building located at 365 Lake Street and caused an estimated $200 in damage. The unknown female was caught on camera putting shaving cream on the walls, damaging camera screens, and attempting to break in to ground floor apartments.
Naloxone Training coming to Sudbury Fire Fighters
Firefighters in Sudbury will receive training to administer Naloxone. Naloxone reverses the effects of opioids and can help prevent overdose deaths. The training will be provided to all 108 full-time suppression firefighters and between 15 and 20 volunteers.
Slick conditions to start the day
Slick conditions in Northern Ontario could greet residents on their way out the door. In Timmins, due to freezing rain overnight and a snowfall warning in the forecast today the Public Works Department says that Crews have been deployed to deal with icy city streets and sidewalks. Winter parking bans also remain in effect until the end of the month.
