Help has arrived from the south to help fight forest fires in Northern Ontario. Thus far there, the forest fire season in Ontario is above the 10-year average. 100 Mexican firefighters landed in Thunder Bay this week to support FireRangers in both the northwest and northeast regions.
Greater Sudbury to add staff at Pioneer Manor. In short, resident acuity is increasing, which means “greater hands-on care for complex cases” is required.
Sundridge is welcoming Summer with a splash, announcing the Lion’s Park splash pad is open for the season.
The Young Eagles flight program, is taking off in Timmins after a three year hiatus. There are currently four planes ready to fly kids between eight and 17 year old aspiring pilots on a 20-minute local tour.
Greater Sudbury is seeking feedback on development fees for the city. This is following a motion passed in May freezing rates, and forgoing a 9.9 per cent inflationary increase to the development charge rate would not be implemented on July 1. The city will hold a public meeting June 27 at 6 p.m. in council chambers at Tom Davies Square.
In keeping with Summer, and the soaring temperatures, the all popular inflatable waterpark is returning to Gore Bay with an opening day of July 5, 2023.
Science North has unveiled a new feature for young families… sort of. A renovated TD Toddler Treehouse. It now gives little ones the chance to explore a beaver habitat and learn more about Canadas’ furry friend.
An evacuation order that went into place in the Highway 810 area west of Sudbury and North of Massey has been lift. This was originally due to wildfire. The highway is still closed between Ritchie Falls and Highway 553, north of Massey, and travel and use restrictions remain in place.
The Sudbury Food Bank warehouse is putting out the call for canned goods. Officials confirm the need is up at the same time donations are down.
FunFest 2023 returns this coming Saturday in Callander.
Fire crews in Elliot Lake were called to a blaze on Charles Walk this morning. Residents were asked to avoid the area. Homes and businesses in the area may experience water discolouration.
Meanwhile, a new wildland fire in the North East has been confirmed. Sault Ste. Marie 4 is four hectares in size and is 500 metres north of Lake Lauzon
