A Sudbury landmark is coming down. The demolition of the old Paris St. hospital is poised to begin. The developer has applied for a permit, and warning signs have gone up on the fence. However, there is still no official word from City Hall on when residents can expect to see progress.
The ReCycle Bikes Program in North Bay is getting ready for a new owner. This summer marks the 10th anniversary of the volunteer-driven ReCycle Bikes Program offered by the Discovery Routes Trails Organization.
Within the next few years, the lagoon near Bob’s Lake in Timmins will be decommissioned. City council has agreed to spend $750,000 from its budget for design and contract administration.
A familiar face has been hired as the new Sault Police Chief. Acting Chief of Police Brent Duguay, who has held the interim position since Hugh Stevenson’s sudden resignation, has been given the job full-time.
Damage to the mechanical rooms at the Elliot Lake Community may be closed for months. The facility has been closed since July 2 due to what the city called a mechanical equipment failure. The closure affects all facilities within the pool building including the gym and sauna.
The Ontario 55+ Summer Games have taken over Greater Sudbury, drawing more than 800 participants. They’re from across Ontario ready to compete in a variety of activities.
The Ontario SPCA has partnered with Collège Boréal to open a new permanent veterinary clinic in Sudbury. Before the partnership, the Ontario SPCA ran a mobile clinic in the area.
Two national Communities in Bloom judges were in Capreol this week, evaluating Sudbury’s community’s participation in the competitive program. It is designed to foster growth in beautification, environmental stewardship and heritage preservation.
The small northern Ontario Municipality of Calvin is on the hook for $470,000 in road repairs following a storm and downburst on June 21. Calvin Mayor Richard Gould said the repair bill amounts to nearly a quarter of the municipality’s $2.4-million annual budget and have had to borrow the cash.
The Northern Ontario Walleye Trail makes its annual stop in Kapuskasing this weekend. More than 70 anglers are expected for the Kap River Walleye event. The boats will hit the water early Friday morning.
Civic award nominations now open in Elliot Lake. They recognize excellence in the city, and is a time to officially open to spotlight those who serve selflessly.
Sault Ste. Marie Police are looking for a senior who has been reported missing. Diane Agawa was last seen on Tuesday, August 5 in the 200 block of Bay Street. The 76-year-old had been wearing glasses, black pants, a black T-shirt, white running shoes, a black fanny pack and rings on all fingers. Agawa is described as between 5-foot-1 and 5-foot-4 with a medium build, brown eyes, and long, straight grey hair.
