Good morning, Greater Sudbury.
Here are some stories to start your day.
School board sends warning letters to parents regarding Netflix series '13 Reasons Why':
Concerns that the popular Netflix series 13 Reasons Why could be triggering for students at risk of suicide has prompted local French Catholic schools to send a letter about the series home with students. If you haven't watched it already, the show is about a high school student, Hannah Baker, who committed suicide after suffering a series of demoralizing circumstances brought on by select individuals at her school. Some students have unsupervised access to Netflix, and parents might be unaware the series even exists and their kids are watching it, said Tracy Rossini, Conseil scolaire catholique du Nouvel-Ontario (CSCNO) director of special education. The board's mental health lead, Michelle Cotnoir, said she's concerned the series “glamourizes” suicide and fails to “offer messages of hope for people struggling with mental illness.” That's not to say the board is advising parents not to let their kids watch it — that's obviously a decision families have to make on their own. Read more on this story here.
New Sudbury crash involved school bus full of children:
Police, fire and EMS were called to a two-vehicle crash in or near the intersection of Churchill Avenue and Hawthorne Drive in New Sudbury at around 3 p.m. on May 10. The female driver of one of the vehicles was transported to hospital, though the extent of her injuries are unknown. All others involved in the crash were checked out by EMS at the scene. Greater Sudbury Police reported that only the driver of the other vehicle involved in the collision suffered injuries in the crash, and all of the children are reportedly OK. Students were waiting on the damaged bus for a replacement school bus to arrive and take them home.
CFIA recalls breaded chicken products due to possible toxin:
Federal health officials say Maple Leaf Foods Inc. (TSX:MFI) is recalling various breaded chicken products because they may contain a toxin produced by Staphylococcus bacteria. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency says the affected products, which were sold in Ontario and Quebec, include Maple Leaf brand Chicken Breast Strips in 840 gram packages with a best-before date of April 20, 2018. Chicken burgers under the Sufra Halal and Mina Halal brand names in 828 gram packages are also being recalled. The CFIA says food contaminated with Staphylococcus toxin may not look or smell spoiled and that the toxin produced by the bacteria is not easily destroyed at normal cooking temperatures. Common symptoms of Staphylococcus poisoning include nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramping and fever.
Lily Fielding is at it again: Donates $35K to NEO Kids:
The Rotary Club of Sudbury Sunrisers counted a new member of its exclusive club of Paul Harris Fellows recently, quite possibly the oldest Sudburian to be graced with the club's highest honour. Centenarian philanthropist Lily Fielding wanted to make a splash for her milestone and has spent the year of 100th birthday making large, generous to donations in the Nickel City to the likes of Laurentian University, Greater Sudbury Police Services, and Greater Sudbury Fire and Emergency Services. She also donated the land and provided six figures' worth of financial support toward the creation of Kivi Park in the city's South End. Following her induction as a Paul Harris Fellow, Fielding was at it again, pledging $35,000 to the NEO Kids Foundation and making a $5,000 contribution toward Rotary International projects.
Teammates rally around young hockey player battling cancer:
Once again, the Sudbury sports community is proving what an incredibly supportive family it can be. Many within the local hockey circle, in general, and the Sudbury Lady Wolves organization, more specifically, are well aware of the battle that teenager Mélisa Kingsley has been waging. The graduate of Collège Notre-Dame has endured multiple chemotherapy sessions, as well as some 30 radiation treatments. Last month, it was determined that Kingsley required further treatment. Unfortunately, she does not qualify for immunotherapy treatment in either Canada or the United States. This past weekend, Kingsley and her family travelled to the Bahamas to receive the procedure. In the meantime, friends and former teammates have bonded, creating a "Go Fund Me" account, aimed to raise some $15,000 or so to help Mélisa and the family defray some of the expenses involved in this fight. Find out more here.
Wanted Wednesday: Police say he committed fraud, now they’re after him:
Greater Sudbury Police have warrants out for the arrest of Corey Gregoire-Lacroix. Unfortunately, they haven’t been able to locate him as of yet. That’s where you can help. Those who provide tips that lead to the arrest of Gregoire-Lacroix are eligible for a cash reward through Crime Stoppers. Tips can be made by calling 705-222-TIPS (8477) or toll free 800-222-TIPS. Tips can also be submitted at SudburyCrimeStoppers.com or by texting “TIPSUD” and the information to “CRIMES” (274637). Police allege that in January and February of this year, Gregoire-Lacroix somehow gained access to a debit and credit card and went on a bit of a shopping spree. Making matters a worse for the 22-year-old, he was under court ordered conditions at the time of the alleged crimes. Gregoire-Lacroix is wanted on four counts of fraud under $5,000, possession of property obtained by crime and breach of an undertaking.
Dog shot and killed in Espanola:
On May 8, the Espanola Police Service received a complaint of a deceased dog located on Duplessis Road, Espanola. Police investigation revealed that the dog appeared to have been shot and died as a result of the injuries. This investigation is ongoing, and the Espanola Police Service is requesting assistance from the public. If anyone has any information about this incident, they are asked to call (705) 869–3251 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
Call centre looking to hire 200 people by fall:
Millennium1 Solutions will be undertaking the second phase of a hiring blitz, starting on May 11. The company announced their new Sudbury contact centre location back on Jan. 12. "We’re pleased to confirm that (hiring) already begun; our first wave of new employees joined us on May 1, and now our aggressive recruitment campaigns are in progress," said a release from Millennium1. The company is aiming to be at a headcount of 200 by the fall with growth to 250 by year-end.
Thursday weather:
Another beautiful spring day on the way as temperatures will get up to 16. Mix of sun and cloud for Thursday with no rain in sight until at least Friday. Evening will be partly cloudy with a low near 4. For current weather conditions, short-term and long-term forecasts visit Sudbury.com's weather page at www.sudbury.com/weather.
