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Four new forest fires reported in the region Monday

Ontario Forest Fires says there are now six forest fires in the northeast region after four new ones were discovered Monday.

ER closures becoming common along the North Shore

North Shore Health Network CEO Tim Vine joins Tony Ryma to discuss the issues causing emergency room closures in the region.

Canadian rideshare service now allowing passengers to ride with pets

Starting July 7, pet owners across all Canadian Uride cities can now bring their furry companions along for the ride without stress, thanks to the company’s newly launched “Pets” ride option.

Teen seriously injured in ATV rollover in northern Ont.

A 16-year-old from Bruce Mines, Ont., was sent to hospital last weekend after the ATV they were driving rolled over.

Man wanted by police on Manitoulin Island arrested in Sudbury

A 25-year-old man wanted on multiple criminal charges was arrested in Greater Sudbury on Friday, following a collaborative effort between the Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service and Greater Sudbury Police Service.

Woman faces charges after lying to police in ATV traffic stop in northern Ont.

A 29-year-old woman from Garden River First Nation is facing criminal and traffic charges after allegedly providing a false name to police during an ATV traffic stop last month.

Sault police seek help with Home Depot theft investigation

Sault police are investigating a theft at the Home Depot on Great Northern Road last month.

PSW describes helping rescue young woman in Sault mall stabbing

A violent attack at a Sault mall, last weekend could have turned deadly if not for the intervention of bystanders, including a local personal support worker whose first-aid efforts may have saved the victim’s life.

Police join accordion-fueled fun ahead of Sault Italian fest

Two Sault police officers joined in some fun at the downtown plaza Friday, performing the chicken dance to the lively accordion tunes of Vito Tassone.

Italian festivals celebrate culture, cuisine in northern Ont.

Sudbury's Caruso Club is hosting its annual Italian Festival this weekend. Meanwhile, in Sault Ste. Marie, Giovanni’s Italian Festival takes place Sunday.

Trespassers damage dock at Sault Bushplane Museum

A dock behind security gates at the Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre was damaged Canada Day by more than 20 people.

Northern Ont. First Nation rallies against fast-tracked development bills

Pic Mobert First Nation wrapped up a four-day protest against federal and provincial legislation they say undermines Indigenous rights and environmental protections, culminating in a Day of Unity and Peaceful Action on July 4.

PSW helped save stabbing victim at Sault mall

A Sault PSW helped save a woman stabbed in a random attack at Station Mall. Jodi-Lynn Brouillard provided critical first aid before paramedics arrived.

Equipment failure closes Elliot Lake pool

Officials in Elliot Lake say that equipment failure closed the community’s pool, just days after it reopened. Exactly what equipment failed wasn’t revealed.

Golf tournament funds mental health, addiction care in the northeast

Golfers will gather at the Idylwylde Golf and Country Club on July 31 for a charity tournament supporting mental health and addiction services through the Health Sciences North Foundation.