Greater Sudbury Fire Services responded to a fire in a residential building on Whittaker Street yesterday, noting there were no injuries. The call came in at at around 8am. The fire was confined to a two-storey brick building that neighbors said was empty.
The Heritage Railway and Carousel Company in North Bay remains cautiously optimistic that North Bay’s large waterfront carousel will resume operations by the August long weekend. The historic ride, has been closed since an inspection last September.
Cochrane has won $7,500 in the ParticipACTION Community Challenge, a national event encouraging people to get active last month. While Richmond, B.C., took the top prize, Cochrane was the most active community in Ontario and can use its winnings to support physical activity and sport initiatives.
The helicopter on St. Marys River over the weekend isn’t a matter of concern say the U.S. Coast Guard. Sault Ste Marie residents was watching a training exercise, for proficiency and qualification upgrades.
Free N95 masks available to combat wildfire smoke in Elliot Lake. The masks cane be picked up at the Elliot Lake Public Library, Fire Hall and City Hall. There is no charge.
Sudbury and area Teens involved in the Shad Canada program showcased their ideas at Laurentian University this week. From using drones to the transportation of goods to remote communities… to exploring the shift from gas-powered vehicles to EVs… The local university is one of 25 host university campuses in Canada to participate in the three-week-long summer program.
Sudbury plays host this weekend to quite the adventure event, not for the faint of heart. A 30-hour wilderness adventure race this weekend. Athletes from around the world will trek, bike and paddle Sudbury, armed with only a map and a compass; the trails are unmarked, and the winner gains entry to the 2026 Adventure Racing World Championships in France.
The NNDSB has approved the compliant 2025-2026 budget, presented for consideration by the trustees. The budget contained an operating deficit of ($1,274,822) and a deficit for compliance purposes of ($730,233), with revenue of $195 million and expenses of $196.3 million.
Sault Ste Marie Police says a previously mission female. Mya Johnson has been located and is safe. Sault Police thank community members for their assistance.
Iroquois Falls residents are push back against wind turbine proposal. ‘Not in my backyard’ was the slogan for some stating their objection. Council is expected to make a decision on the project by September.
