Questions continue to roll in as to why washrooms in downtown Sudbury, an outdoor water fountain and a splash pad in and near Memorial Park are closed or not working. The city says vandalism is the issue for the most part, advocates say they were being used by the homeless.
New welcome signs are now greeting those headed into North Bay, installed at key entrances. The signs are located on Main Street West, Lakeshore Drive at Pinewood Park Drive, and Fisher Street.
Timmins Police are warning of a paving scam. They say if someone shows up at your door offering a really good price too good to be true, it likely is. The people are posing as contractors and going door-to-door offering discounted paving services.
Sault College president, David Orazietti, is away on a leave of absence. ‘During this time, Sherri Smith, the vice-president of academics, innovation, and student services has assumed the role of interim president.
An Elliot Lake Bus stop, is on the move. It’s moving down Taylor Blvd. due to new housing development. This change is being made in the interest of public safety and to provide citizens easier access.
This Saturday and every Saturday between 10:00am and noon until Thanksgiving, the Fresh from the Farm Market is back on in Cochrane. That said, the gardening season was slow getting going because of rain and cool weather and wind.
Lactalis Canada’s Sudbury plant-based milk facility is closing permanently at the end of 2025, after just more than a year in operation. In short, sustainability is the issue. The closure is expected to affect 26 people.
Two kayakers are doing okay after getting lost on the Onaping River this week. Evidently, the Royal Canadian Air Force was called in a chopper. It happened at around 11:30 p.m. yesterday. The two are in good health.
Residents are being reminded to keep their food and garbage secure after more than 30 bear sightings were reported to the province in the last two months, especially in one area, just north of the Town of Parry Sound. Thankfully, there have been no incidents nor reported injuries.
In North Bay… the Armstrong Park Boat Launch will be closed today and tomorrow for dredging work. Due to permitting restrictions, this work can only be carried out at this time of year. The City apologizes for any inconvenience and thanks residents for their understanding.
