Seven displaced following evening fire
Seven Sudbury residents have been displaced following a fire on Whissell Avenue. The call came in around 8:20 p.m. Three different stations responded to the fire on the second floor of the building. There were no injuries, the Red Cross has responded. At this time it is believed to be electrical and not suspicious.
Another COVID-19 death reported
Public Health Sudbury and Districts are reporting another COVID-19 death. The 38th death was reported in the local health jurisdiction since the pandemic began, and the sixth death in the past three weeks.
Meanwhile,
Algoma Public Health is reporting five COVID-related deaths over the past week. That brings the number of fatalities to 14 overall. No further information is being released. Algoma Public Health is asking residents to do their part in preventing the spread of COVID-19.
Timiskaming Health Unit imposing stricter health measures
The Timiskaming health unit is imposing stricter public health measures. All due to the rising numbers of COVID-19 the affect capacity limits, proof of vaccination for youth at organized sports, and an updated order for close contacts of cases. Notably, the Temiskaming Health unit is the third Northern Ontario Health Unit to strengthen its public health measures in recent weeks.
Festive RIDE program underway
In Timmins, the Festive RIDE season is officially underway. The annual campaign, in partnership with MADD Canada focuses on drivers who are impaired by alcohol or drugs. Police are advising the public they are now stopping vehicles and speaking with drivers at all hours of the day and night.
City of Sault Ste Marie looking to help over 240 in need
The city of Sault Ste Marie says those in need of assistance with a place to stay, last month, is just over, 240 (244). The survey followed was the first done in the Sault since 2018. That year, there were 93 individuals. The city continues to work with community-driven organizations to find a solution.
Greater Sudbury Police looking for a missing woman
Greater Sudbury Police Service is looking for a missing woman. Shelly Sabean has been missing since Nov. 19. The 52 is described as Caucasian, standing 5’8”, weighing 160 pounds, with a medium build, brown eyes and a red mohawk.
Sabean normally wears a black Canada Goose jacket. The vehicle she was driving, a grey Lincoln SUV, was found on MR 80 about three kilometres east of Azilda.
Another case added to COVID-19 school outbreak
Another case of COVID-19 has been added to the outbreak at a school outbreak. It is at St Theresa Catholic School in Callander. That brings the total associated with the outbreak to three. The school remains open and one cohort has been dismissed.
James Bay OPP bust two on drug charges
James Bay OPP has laid charges in a single motor vehicle collision. It happed on Highway 655 in the Cochrane area. Police arrived at the scene and spoke with the driver and the passenger of the vehicle who was both uninjured. Following an investigation, both narcotics and Canadian currency were seized from the vehicle. The value of the drugs seized is believed to be over $20,000. 2 people in their 20’s are facing charges.
Sault Are Hospital Employees have until Monday to get Vaxxed
Roughly 70 Sault Area Hospital employees are being told they have until the end of day Monday to get at least their first dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. Otherwise, they could be terminated with cause. The hospital has made no further comment to the media. The hospital has roughly 1,760 active employees.
Greater Sudbury looking at 1.9 million in loans and grants
The city of Greater Sudbury is now in a position to pledge $1.9 million in loans and grants toward builds and renovations. All for the downtown core the move has the support of the city’s finance and administration committee. Their decision now waits ratification from the city council. A full list of projects are below:
Approved projects include:
• Creation of residential suites on the top floors at 96 Larch Street
• Façade improvement at 124 Elm Street
• Façade improvement at 158 Elgin Street
• Conversion of a former school into residential units at 291 Lourdes Street
• Building of a new two-storey office building at 10 Beech Street
• Establishment of a restaurant and upgraded signage at 81 Larch Street
• Creation of an outdoor theatre at 131 Durham Street
NBRHC warns of longer wait times in the ER
The North Bay Regional Health Centre is warning the public of longer than normal waits in their ER. While the ER remains open for anyone, the health centre is urging patients to contact their family doctor first for non-urgent care before heading to the emergency department. The understanding is that those with an issue are attempting to connect with a doctor in person, and not just over the phone.
Wilson Ave Home in Timmins is now a Heritage site
A Wilson Avenue house in Timmins is now a heritage property in the city. Built-in the early 1900s, the Mackechnie house at 438 Wilson Ave is the first for Timmins. The log home on the north side of the street next to the Ford dealership has only had two owners. It was built in 1925 by Harry W. Darling and sold in 1947.
