Sudbury fire and police were called to scene of a structure fire at he old St. Joseph’s hospital on Paris Street late yesterday. As a result, Paris Street is closed in both directions from York to McNaughton streets. The fire has affected bus service in the area, leading to a detour. The public is being asked to stay clear of the area.
North Bay City Council has memorialized and honoured their former colleague and friend, George Maroosis this week, who passed away in November of 2023. He will have a plaque installed in his honour in the parkette bordering Algonquin Avenue, Main Street West, and Cassells Street. Maroosis passing away at 77.
After years of planning, work to replace culverts in the east end of Timmins will start next week. Frederick House Lake Road will be closed starting on Monday, May 26, to allow for two culverts to be replaced at Moose Creek.
Public play options now available at Blind River’s outdoor tennis and pickleball court. The arena in Blind River is also available for bookings for pickleball during the summer.
Municipal lifeguards will be back June 14 in Sudbury. Seven municipal beaches will have lifeguard supervision every from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily from June 14 to Aug. 17
The North Bay Heritage Railway remains closed for an investigation as to what caused a derailment. It happened Monday around 6:15 p.m. There were thankfully no injuries.
A week-long traffic enforcement campaign by the North Bay Police Service has resulted in dozens of charges, including speeding, careless driving, and stunt driving. Among the charges… 45 were dinged for speeding, including one in a Community Safety Zone.
While many communities say they’re snuffing out the possibility of fireworks on Canada day… it’s possible Iroquois Falls may be giving the go-ahead. That said it would be under certain conditions. In short, residents will have to apply for a permit…which comes with a site inspection.
A popular Timmins attraction for local residents and tourists is coming back for another season. The Hollinger open pit lookout opens for the season on May 31.
Sault Ste City police are reminding those who own portable basketball hoops that they must move them back when not in use. Lately it’s been causing issues for school buses dropping off students… leaving them out for days at a time is no slam dunk, and causes issues with travelling.
