Algoma U opens a new mental health program

Algoma University has a new minor program in Health, Wellness and Addictions. A news release indicates the program will focus on understanding individual, community and historical perspectives of health, wellness and addictions; familiarizing students with the Canadian

ATV driver charged following traffic stop

Kirkland Lake OPP has charged an ATV driver, following a traffic stop. This is following a traffic stop on Woods Street at around 11:28 p.m. yesterday. While it’s not clear what led to the traffic stop, the

Sundridge council looking to fill empty seat

Sundridge town council is now looking to fill a seat a vacant seat on the council. They’re putting a call out to the public, and those interested need to apply by June 24. This is all to

More walk-in clinics coming to Greater Sudbury

Public Health Sudbury and Districts is continuing to add COVID-19 vaccination clinics. An additional walk-in clinic has been scheduled for tomorrow at the Gerry McCrory Countryside Sports Complex. It runs from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. There

Fire ban in Elliot Lake lifted

The fire ban and open-air burning ban imposed on the Elliot Lake area on June 1 have been lifted. It’s due to the improved fire conditions and lower fire rating from the Ministry of Natural Resources and

Man identified in fatal highway 11 collision

OPP has identified a 37-year-old, involved in a fatal crash on Highway 11 yesterday. The two-vehicle collision involving a pickup truck and utility terrain vehicle (UTV) happened around 1:30 p.m. east of Smooth Rock Falls. The driver

6 stories to start your day for Wednesday, June 16

HSN and Police team up for mental health Health Sciences North has unveiled new plans for the city’s new mobile crisis rapid response team, to work in partnership with frontline e police officers. To goal is to