Outbreak declared at River View Public School
Algoma Public Health has declared an outbreak of COVID-19 at River View Public School. Confirmed late yesterday, as per provincial Ministry of Education guidance, an outbreak is declared in a school once it has been determined that within a 14-day period, two individuals tested positive for COVID-19. The school remains open for in-person learning.
Sudbury U announces a new chancellor
The University of Sudbury has appointed Donald Obonsawin as its new chancellor. He has more than 45 years of experience in not-for-profit, public and private organizations and has served as a senior advisor for many organizations. He also has a notable history with the University of Sudbury.
911 calls on the rise, say North Bay Police
North Bay Police say 911 calls are on the rise. Police Chief Scott Tod says close to 80 percent of 9-1-1 calls do not require any response. While emergency services are open to anyone in need of help, if it is a pocket dial, Tod says it’s important to stay on the line and explain just that.
Highway 11 has reopened following rollover, diesel spill
OPP says Highway 11 has reopened in both directions after a diesel spill in the Powassan area. It was caused by a big-rig rollover. People who were evacuated from the area were also told they can return to their homes. There were no serious injuries.
Chamber of Commerce asking for assistance in Vax verification program
The Greater Sudbury Chamber of Commerce is asking the Ontario government for financial assistance when it comes to verifying COVID-19 vaccinations. The Ontario vaccine passport requires businesses to use a smartphone or tablet device to read the QR codes on the Ministry of Health vaccine certificates. They say that comes with additional costs to purchase new technology, such as a tablet or iPad, to scan the vaccine QR codes.
School bus cancellations going trending down says Tri-Board Transportation
Northeast Tri-Board School Transportation says as the school year rolls forward, the number of bus cancellations due to a driver shortage is improving. The highest number of route cancellations in one day so far this year has been eleven. It now averages six. While that’s not much better in the mind of some, the Transportation Service says it is improving.
