New funding has been announced by the federal government in honour of National Accessibility Week. $284,000 is coming for five Sudbury projects, allowing them to create inclusive spaces for people with disabilities.
Mattawa’s state of emergency has been lifted. This is as water levels decline, the declaration first went into place, May 2
A forest fire that started this week west of Timmins is still not under control. Timmins 6 started about in the Malette Road area and is currently 8.5 hectares. It’s 13 kilometers west of Timmins and five kilometers north of Highway 101.
The city of Sault Ste Marie says seasonal patio operators will only be required to carry $2 million of insurance. The decision comes after a second debate on whether the city should increase the required insurance to $5 million, as recommended by provincial legislation.
The Greater Sudbury Police Service is partnering with Confederation Secondary School to pilot an all-terrain vehicle safety awareness program. Representatives from the Police Service and the Ministry of Natural Resources will be at the school today to deliver the in-class component.
North Bay residents are being warned about a heavy Police presence this today, at the waterfront. The Emergency Response Team will be conducting training exercises in the area between 8 a.m. and noon on Friday, and there is no need from concern.
The Timmins Police Service is seeking the public’s help in confirming the well-being of a missing female. Patricia Conners was last seen wearing black jeans and a dark-coloured John Deere sweater.
Sault Ste. Marie is the latest city to consider paying municipal workers a living wage instead of the minimum wage, which would mean a bump of about $4 per hour.
Confirm before you burn. Northeastern Ontario under open-air fire ban. The ban will remain in effect until further notice. Those cooking are asked to use extreme caution.
The Sudbury wildlife Centre says their now at capacity with baby birds and other animals. Staff at Turtle Pond Wildlife Centre say they intake over 800 animals a year, with over 200 so far in 2023.
In Timmins, the reduced load restrictions are lifting today. Commercial motor vehicles can travel on the roads affected by the seasonal half-load restrictions.
Hydro One is planning a power outage in Kirkland Lake. It’s happens on Sunday, June 4. Just over 4300 Hydro One customers will be affected.
West Nipissing OPP has a new detachment commander. Megan Moriarity has already taken the chair.
In Sault Metzger Street and McAllen Street will be closed at Central Street for six weeks this Summer. City councilors voted this week to close the streets to allow outstanding work related to the Central Street aqueduct repairs. The closure is effective until July 11, 2023.
