Good morning, Greater Sudbury.
Here are some stories to start your day.
Two teens missing in Algonquin Provincial Park since July 11
The Ontario Provincial Police are asking the public's assistance in locating Marta Malek and Maya Mirota, last seen July 11 on the Western Uplands Trail, between Rainbow Lake and Susan Lake in Algonquin Provincial Park. Mirota is described as being around five-feet-tall, with a thin build and long, auburn hair, while Malek is around six-feet-tall. The two teenagers are considered experienced campers and had been part of a large camping group at the time of their disappearance. Read the full story here.
McFarlane Lake tests positive for blue-green algae
Samples taken from McFarlane Lake July 9 are positive for blue-green algae (cyanobacteria). The algae toxins can irritate a person’s skin and, if ingested, cause diarrhea and vomiting. Blue-green algal blooms have an unsightly pea soup appearance and foul smell, and can produce toxins. Residents should avoid using or drinking water from areas where blooms are visible. The highest concentrations of toxins are usually found in blooms and scum on the shoreline. These dense accumulations pose the greatest potential risks to people and pets. Read the full story here.
Two power outages Saturday, cause delays throughout the city
There were two power outages that occured on Saturday, the first of which was believed to have been caused by a squirrel and resulted in 1,883 customers losing power within the Downtown core. The storm that moved through the region around 1 p.m. that afternoon is believed to be the cause of the second outage, that affected New Sudbury and 973 customers in the Donovan.
One new forest fire discovered Friday near Lake Wanapitei
At the time of the latest fire situation report by Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services, there were four active forest fires in the Northeast region. The fire hazard ranges from low to high across the region, with the highest risk in central and western areas. The latest was found Friday afternoon, near Wanapitei Lake. Since that time, Sudbury 10 has been declared under control at 1.4 hectares. Read the full story here.
Officials flagged 900 food items from China with 'problems' over two years
Canadian inspectors intercepted nearly 900 food products from China over concerns about faulty labels, unmentioned allergens and harmful contaminants that included glass and metal between 2017 and early 2019, according to internal federal records. The document provides an inside look at imports from China that caught the attention of officials for appearing to fall short of Canadian standards — from gum balls with "extraneous" metal, to three-minute chow mein that contained an insect, to spicy octopus feet flagged for a "non-specific hazard." Read the full story here.
Food Recall (Allergen): Probar brand bars contain undeclared milk, soy
Industry is recalling Probar brand bars from the marketplace because they may contain milk and soy which are not declared on the label. These products have been sold nationally and through internet sales. This recall was triggered by a recall in another country. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is conducting a food safety investigation, which may lead to the recall of other products. Find full product details here.
Dave Taylor brings Stanley Cup home to Levack
After more than four decades in the National Hockey League as a player and manager, Levack native Dave Taylor brought the Stanley Cup to his home city this week. Taylor was a star winger with the Los Angeles Kings on the famous Triple Crown Line from 1979 to 1984, playing alongside Marcel Dionne and Charlie Simmer. In the 1980-1981 season, the trio made league history when they became the first forward line to each score 100 points in the same year. He became the vice-president of the Blues in 2012. The team won its first ever Stanley Cup in June, and members of the club are taking turns with the cup over the summer. Read the full story here.
River and Sky adds more bands, Wednesday night beach set
River & Sky Music/Camping Festival, which takes place July 18 to 21 on the banks of the Sturgeon River in Field, made a few more music announcements including more DJs (and during the day), more bands, and a special Wednesday night beach set for volunteers and five-day pass holders.Wednesday night’s lineup includes: Casper Skulls — Originally from Sudbury but now based in Toronto, the band is fronted by Melanie St. Pierre and Neil Bednis, and is described by MTV as a collection of “confrontational art rock that bleeds with sincerity.” Read the full story here.
Happy 100th birthday to Lillian Mason
The extended family and many friends of Lillian Mason, joined together at the Lockerby Legion Saturday afternoon, to celebrate the Sudbury resident's 100th birthday. Her son Jim Mason chose the Legion as it has been a constant in his mother's life over the years, as her father served in the First World War and her brother in the Second. It turned out to be the perfect place for Lillian's loved ones to gather in celebration of a century well-lived. Read the full story here.
Photos: Sudbury celebrates the 20th annual Dragon Boat Festival on Ramsey Lake
This past Saturday, 36 boats and their fearless riders braced the frigid waters of Ramsey Lake to compete in the 20th annual Sudbury Dragon Boat Festival in support of the NEO Kids Foundation. The annual event was introduced by the Chinese Heritage Association of Northern Ontario (CHANO) and the Sudbury Canoe Club (SCC), to celebrate the Chinese tradition of dragon boat racing, promote physical fitness, encourage tourism, raise funds for local charity campaigns and give the community an opportunity to be together. View the full photo gallery and story here.
A sunny start to what looks to be a damp evening
Monday looks to get off to a sunny start, with increasing cloudiness expected late in the afternoon. There is a 30 per cent chance of showers once those clouds settle in, and a risk of thunderstorm. Strong southeast 20 km/h winds gusting to 40 km/h in the afternoon, which could make for some hazardous travel conditions when coupled with the heavy rain. A high of 27 in the forecast today, feeling like 30 with the humidex. Strong sun poking through the clouds will carry a very high UV index of 9. Cloudy weather expected overnight and a 60 per cent chance of showers, as temperatures reach the low of 18.
