Good morning, Greater Sudbury.
Here are some stories to start your day.
Police seeking information related to serious assault that occurred downtown on Wednesday:
Just before 1:50 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 14, Greater Sudbury Police Services received a call regarding a serious assault near the Cash Money on Elm Street downtown. Information provided was that a man had stabbed another man before fleeing the area on foot. Officers arrived on scene and located a 25-year-old man who had sustained serious injuries and required immediate medical attention. The man was transported to hospital by Paramedic Services and remains in critical condition. The individual responsible for the attack is described as a younger, shorter man with a slim build and black hair. The man was seen wearing a grey hoody and dark pants at the time of the incident. He fled on foot prior to police arrival. This is believed to be an isolated incident as the individuals are known to each other and police do not believe that there is any concern to the general public. Officers continue to canvas the area and are reviewing video footage in order to get a better description of the man involved. Anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has information related to the individual responsible is asked to call the GSPS Criminal Investigation Division at 705-675-9171 extension 2341.
Silent no more: New grassroots group trying to force action on city’s opioid crisis:
The addiction and opioid overdose problem in Sudbury has prompted the creation of a new grassroots social media and awareness campaign that includes former addicts and loved ones of people who have overdosed. Together, they are trying to raise awareness and offer support for the countless Sudburians who are struggling with addiction. The site is on Facebook. It's called Silent No More!!! Sudbury's Overdose Epidemic. The page has been up for nearly two weeks (since Oct. 3), but already nearly 3,000 members have joined. More on this story here.
Capreol resident makes $400,000 donation to Maison McCulloch Hospice:
Carlos Guedes, a previously self-employed and currently retired senior, made a legacy donation of $400,000 to Maison McCulloch Hospice last month. Guedes immigrated to Canada from Portugal during the mid-1950’s with only eight dollars in his pocket. He then migrated to Sudbury where he worked as a mechanic for Gardner Motors, then as an Apprentice Mechanic for Mazzuca Motors. He eventually purchased a home in Capreol and built his own successful automotive body shop in Capreol. Now, at 91 years young, Carlos is healthy but knows his days are limited. Initially, he was unsure how to best use his savings, having had several friends and acquaintances spend their final days at the Hospice, he was very impressed with the employee’s consideration and compassion for the residents. He also thought maybe one day he too could spend is remaining days at the Hospice. On Sept. 8, Carlos and a few close friends participated in a ceremony presenting the Hospice with a cheque of $400,000. More on this story here.
Ontario electricity bills going up almost two per cent:
Average residential hydro customers will see their electricity bills go up by $2.24 a month when a new rate schedule takes effect at the beginning of November. Ontario suspended time-of-use billing in late March when the COVID-19 pandemic was declared, fixing the price of electricity at all hours of the day at its off-peak rate of 10.1 cents per kilowatt hour. In June, it implemented a flat rate of 12.8 cents per kilowatt hour, still well below the usual mid-peak and high-peak rates. Fixed pricing comes to an end on November 1, when the province reverts to time-of-use pricing and – for customers who choose this method – tiered pricing. Customers who stay on TOU pricing will pay rates of 10.5 cents off-peak, 15 cents mid-peak, and 21.7 cents on-peak. Get the full story here.
Clearing your driveway in the winter will be easier, cheaper with SnowJob, says app developers:
There’s no business like snow business, and now there’s an app for that. It’s called SnowJob, and it will provide Sudburians with the best prices to have their driveway cleared without having to sign a contract for an entire winter. With the SnowJob app, you will be able to request snow clearing services when and where you want, said James Caicco, SnowJob partner. Enter the address of the driveway to be cleaned and select your driveway surface and size. This will allow providers to bid on your driveway and you will have the option to select or reject any bid. If you accept a bid, a provider will arrive and clear the snow from the driveway. Find more on this story here.
Huntington provides Thanksgiving dinner to students missing family meals:
“From a community to a family!” was the perfect toast given this weekend by Armel Yamdjeu, Huntington University Residence Student Council president. He and a group of about a dozen fellow students stayed north this past weekend and safely gathered to celebrate Thanksgiving. With local and provincial leaders advising reduced travel and keeping within our bubbles for the holiday, students from Huntington University heeded that call and got together, in small groups, to give thanks and enjoy a festive meal together. The meal for the students was provided by the administration at Huntington University. Full story can be found here.
Woman wanted by OPP known to visit Sudbury:
Provincial police are asking for the public’s help in apprehending a wanted woman known to visit the Sudbury area. The West Parry Sound OPP tweeted today that Randalyn Larmand-Courriere, 33, has a warrant for her arrest in connection to a break and enter of a motor vehicle and stealing a firearm on Oct. 8, 2020. She is described as 5'5" tall and 150 pounds. She has shoulder-length blonde hair. She has numerous tattoos including a tear drop under her left eye and flowers on the front of her neck. Police believe there is no public safety risk at this time. Should you wish to remain anonymous contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at www.sudburycrimestoppers.com, where you may be eligible for a reward of up to $2,000. You can also call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.
Thursday Weather:
Periods of rain throughout the day Thursday. Daytime high will be sitting at 12. Rain showers ending near midnight then cloudy with 60 per cent chance of rain showers overnight. Low will dip to -1 this evening with a chance of some flurries. For current weather conditions, short-term and long-term forecasts visit Sudbury.com's weather page at www.sudbury.com/weather.
