Good morning, Greater Sudbury.
Here are some stories to start your day.
All things Francophone
Sudbury’s contribution to Franco-Ontarian culture: Many people might not realize how large a role the Nickel City played in not only shaping Franco-Ontarian culture but in defining it. The Franco-Ontario flag was born in Sudbury. The song many consider the anthem of Franco-Ontario was written by a Sudburian. Historian Mike Commito takes us on a journey in honour of today.
Tonka trial
The owner of two dogs that attacked and killed a Lively family’s pet Norwegian elkhound returns to court on Tuesday. They are charged with failing to keep care and control of their two dogs.
Foreign visit
Holy Cross Catholic Elementary School is hosting 16 students from China for the week. They were welcomed to Greater Sudbury on Sunday. Find out who they are and what they'll be doing later today.
Frighteningly good time
Join the Northern Ontario Railroad Museum and Heritage Centre and Northern Screams for one of Northern Ontario’s most terrifying attractions. The Terror Train 6077 runs every Fri-Sun in October, as well as Devil’s Night. Do you have what it takes to make it out alive? This year's theme will revolves around fairy tales.
ICYMI: Anti-fascism group claims brutality
Sudbury Against Fascism is claiming what it calls "unjustified police brutality" during an arrest on Sept. 21 just after 9 p.m. The incident took place following the end of the Take Back The Night March. In a Facebook post, one of the people involved in the incident — but who was not the one arrested — claims she and others of her group were assaulted by police. For the story, click here.
ICYMI: Wolves blasted in home opener
The Sudbury Wolved faced off against the Oshawa Generals on Sept. 22 in their home opener. Despite outscoring the visitors, The Pack was dealt its first loss of the regular season by a score of 8-2. For the story, click here.
ICYMI: Thunder struck
Lightning streaked across the skies over Greater Sudbury on Friday night. It provided a spectacular light show for anyone willing to watch. Click here to check out the great photo from Graham Fielding.
ICYMI: Small but mighty
Sudbury's Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada Light The Night Walk took place Sept. 22.The event, which involves participants walking on the Bell Park boardwalk with illuminated lanterns at dusk, raises funds for patient support services, advocacy and lifesaving research across Canada. For the story, click here.
ICYMI: Volunteers no more
The Soldiers of Odin are no longer volunteering at the Blue Door Soup Kitchen, says soup kitchen's president. Mark Leduc said the soup kitchen's board of directors met last weekend to further discuss the controversy surrounding the Soldiers of Odin and the work its members were doing there. It was decided to cut ties with the group after mounting pressure to do so. For the story, click here.
Weather:
It will be mainly sunny today, and that's to be expected since the temperature is supposed to reach a high of 29 C.
With the humidex, it will feel more like 36 C.
Tonight, expect cloudy periods with the temperature dropping to 18 C.
