New New electric car charging station in Sudbury 1 of 15 planned for northern Ontario

Tesla has just switched on its first electric car charging station in northern Ontario and it won't be the last.

Tourism in communities, region to benefit from new wayfinding signs

The federal government announced $390,000 Thursday for an initiative from Tourism Northern Ontario. The money will help design, produce and install bilingual tourism wayfinding signs in 20 to 30 communities across the region.

New year brings higher transit fares in Sudbury

The cost to ride the bus in Sudbury will be increasing as of Jan. 1.

These Laurentian students are new friends — and one is helping the other keep a roof over his head

As surprises go, one from a Laurentian University student to another could be nothing short of life-changing.

Strike at Sudbury Counselling Centre over

A strike that’s been on-going since mid-October in Sudbury is over.

OPP identify man killed in single vehicle crash near Wawa

Ontario Provincial Police say Paul Kirby, 55, is dead following a single vehicle crash Tuesday night south of Wawa.

'This season we'd like to see no fatalities:' OPP revving up for a safe snowmobile season

Snowmobile trails across northeastern Ontario are not ready for machines just yet, according to the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs. And with the winter season just beginning, police are taking the opportunity to issue some reminders about safe snowmobiling.

Substance abuse top health and safety concern for sawmill industry

by Robin De Angelis

Substance abuse might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of workplace health and safety, but workers and managers in the sawmill industry say it's one of their biggest concerns.

Northeastern Ontario charities struggling to reach fundraising goals

Charities in northeastern Ontario say their organizations are struggling to reach their seasonal fundraising goals, and they believe there are a few reasons why.

How to redeem a $25 Loblaw card after bread price-fixing arrangement

by Aleksandra Sagan

Loblaw Companies Ltd. is offering customers a $25 gift card as a goodwill gesture after admitting the company participated in an industry-wide bread price-fixing arrangement.

OPP charge Kapuskasing man with sexual offences involving a child

Ontario Provincial Police say a 52-year-old Kapuskasing man has been arrested and charged with sexual assault and sexual interference.

Northern Cancer Foundation teams up with Kivi Park for fitness challenges

Kivi Park and the Northern Cancer Foundation in Sudbury are launching a fitness series for the new year.

'If I was them I'd say I won too': both sides claim success after college arbitration results announced

by Kate McGillivray

Five weeks after Ontario passed back-to-work legislation putting students and faculty back into college classrooms, the results of a binding mediation-arbitration process have been announced.

Last-minute gift for shoppers as Walmart to reopen after leak

Sudbury’s south end Walmart will reopen on Friday, a spokesperson with the company told CBC News today.

Highway 17 crash kills 1 man, OPP say

Ontario Provincial Police say one man is dead, following a crash on Highway 17 Tuesday night.

Changes to medical lab training will help students 'gain experience', college prof says

A small scale project could lead to big improvements for the Medical Laboratory Technology program at Cambrian College in Sudbury.

Doing 'the right thing': Ontario regional chief reflects on political career

In 1999, now-Ontario regional chief Isadore Day says he was at a crossroad in his life.

Sudbury city councillors raise concerns about harassment investigation

by Robin De Angelis

Sudbury city councillors Michael Vagnini and Gerry Montpellier want a public inquiry into harassment allegations made against them last spring.

Relocation of caribou from Michipicoten Island 'needs to happen as fast as possible'

Residents in Michipicoten First Nation are concerned that the promised relocation of caribou is not happening fast enough. The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry plans to move the animals from nearby Michipicoten Island to Slate Island, but not until mid January. The caribou population is being wiped out by wolves.

South end Walmart closed until further notice following leak

The Walmart in Sudbury’s south end remains closed following a water leak Monday night.

Audio Hospice aims to offer culture-based care to nearby First Nations

by Waubgeshig Rice

A hospice agency in central Ontario is reaching out to nearby First Nations to offer more culturally relevant services to patients and families seeking end-of-life care.

Holiday music grinches won't deter Hanmer couple

A Greater Sudbury couple says the antics of some not-so-merry pranksters won’t ruin their Christmas display.

49 new child care spaces coming to Sudbury

The province says it’s providing $1.7 million in funding for 49 child care spaces in Sudbury.

Sudbury Christmas hampers to help make lives 'a little brighter'

There are families in Sudbury who will have a happier Christmas thanks to the generosity of their friends and neighbours. The Salvation Army is handing out its annual hampers this week to 1,300 families in the city.

Province investing $33M in northern Ontario film industry

by Robin De Angelis

Northern Ontario's film industry is getting a multi-million dollar boost from the provincial government. On Friday, the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation announced a $33.8 million investment in 51 film and television projects across the northeast.

Why Kathleen Wynne thinks she can win re-election in 2018

by Mike Crawley

Premier Kathleen Wynne has a message for voters who think it's time for a change in Ontario: she is all about change.

Outside of the Shadows: women's rights advocate reaches out to stalking victims in new video

A women’s right advocate says conversations need to happen about domestic violence after a relationship is over.

Sudbury stuffed animals get up to 'shenanigans' at library sleepovers

It’s fair to say that the City of Greater Sudbury doesn’t provide many services to its stuffed citizens. But this week, libraries from Onaping to Lively to downtown Sudbury are welcoming stuffed animals to come spend the night.

Logan, Charlotte top baby boy and girl names in Sudbury

The Ontario government is releasing the top baby names in Sudbury and northern Ontario for children born in 2016.

Sudbury police inspector named as interim police chief in Espanola

The chair of the Espanola Police Service says an interim police chief is now sworn in.

Province gives Sudbury more time to investigate workplace harassment complaints

The Ontario Ministry of Labour is giving the City of Greater Sudbury more time to follow the province’s workplace harassment laws.

Two vehicle crash leaves Espanola man dead

Ontario Provincial Police say an Espanola man is dead, following a two vehicle crash on Highway 17 last week.

Changes to law good news for watersheds says Conservation Sudbury

Conservation Authorities in Ontario will soon have a little more power to bring people who damage wetlands and floodplains to court.

Olivia, Benjamin top baby girl and boy names in Ontario

It's official! The Ontario government is proud to announce that Olivia and Benjamin have topped the provincial list of most popular names for baby girls and boys born in 2016.

Site selection for retail pot store underway in Sudbury

by Robin De Angelis

The City of Greater Sudbury is getting ready for the legalization of marijuana, and for the arrival of one of the first retail stores in Ontario.

New mortgage rules will 'cool' market, Sudbury financial advisor says

As of January 1, new mortgage rules will be implemented in Canada. The stress test rules for qualifying for a mortgage will be tougher and could affect both first time and existing homeowners.

Up North Looking to get your holiday bake on? Here are 4 delicious recipes to try

The festive food season is well underway, and bakers and chefs everywhere are in high gear.

Sudbury judge suspended for 30 days for interfering in child protection case

by Erik White

A veteran Sudbury judge has been suspended without pay for 30 days— the stiffest penalty he faced other than being removed from the bench.

Get ready to Rum Ball! You'll love these classic holiday confections

Rum balls are a favourite on the holiday sweet table.

Moose hunting offences land Wawa man $5,500 in fines

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry says a Wawa man has been fined $5,500 for moose hunting offences.

CBC Sudbury Sounds of the Season

CBC Sudbury helps raise $7,550 in support of the food bank.

Sudbury City Hall 'Money doesn't wait around': Sudbury developer slams council for missed opportunity

by Casey Stranges

A local property developer says Sudbury city council left him, and his dreams of downtown living, out in the cold.

Health Sciences North could take $850K hit with new labour costs

by Robin De Angelis

Health Sciences North is estimating costs will go up by $850 thousand for its 2018-2019 budget, after the Ontario government’s labour reforms officially roll out in the new year.

MNRF reminds public to put away food sources that attracts coyotes

If you think you’ve seen a coyote in Sudbury lately, you’re not alone. The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry has been fielding some calls about the animals within the city in the Minnow Lake area.

Rainbow Centre offers city half price rent for library and art gallery

The owners of the downtown Sudbury mall are still hoping to convince city council to partner with them on a new library and art gallery.

5 years later, Indigenous students reflect on the influence of Idle No More

by Waubgeshig Rice

Five years after round dances and rallies swept communities across Canada, Indigenous students at Laurentian University are reflecting on how the Idle No More movement inspired their journey to post-secondary education.

James Bay health authority suspends CEO

The Weeneebayko Area Health Authority, a medical organization that serves patients in communities along the James Bay Coast, says it has suspended its CEO.

Elliot Lake woman pleads guilty to animal cruelty charges

An Elliot Lake woman has been found guilty of three counts of animal cruelty under the Ontario SPCA Act following an investigation into neglect of a cat in her care.

13-year-old Anishinaabe water advocate to speak at United Nations

by Rhiannon Johnson

Autumn Peltier from Wikwemikong First Nation has been invited to speak at the United Nations General Assembly for the declaration of the International Decade for Action on Water for Sustainable Development.

This piece of performance art gives Sudbury sex workers a voice — and you're invited to listen

The team of artists, activists and sex workers behind a new theatre production in Sudbury want you to rethink the sex work industry — and the people who work in it.