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The Northeast Cancer Centre and Cancer Care Ontario are celebrating the first anniversary of MyCancerIQ, and an expansion of the tool, on World Cancer Day 2016 — which just happens to be today (Feb. 4).

The Northern Cancer Foundation (NCF) is celebrating World Cancer Day today with a Fund Fair at the Northeast Cancer Centre. “Fund Fair Day” is being held in the lobby of the Northeast Cancer Centre until 2 p.m.

Greater Sudbury native Derek Kesek hopes to give a whole new meaning to the saying, “flying high.” The ambitious entrepreneur plans to launch the world's first aircraft made mostly of hemp by the end of the year.

With cold temperatures expected to continue into the overnight, the Homelessness Network of Sudbury has announced an Extreme Cold Weather Alert for the next 24 hours.

With its new strategic plan, the North East Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) said it could do a better job improving access to care, minimizing wait times and streamlining home and community care.

A recall has been issued for Sabatini's Gourmet Foods brand Beef and Vegetable Pie and Chicken Pot Pie. The recall was issued because the products contain egg that is not declared on the label.

Greater Sudbury Mayor Brian Bigger says he hasn't changed his mind about the merits of debt financing to pay for some municipal infrastructure projects. An upcoming meeting will focus on debt-financing as a way to pay for some large projects.

Most gas stations in Sudbury are still charging 95.6, according to GasBuddy.com . The cheapest gas in town is 92.9 at Byrnes in Azilda. It's also worth noting that the Superstore on Lasalle has also dropped to 93.3.

Finally a break from the snow, Thursday will be clear and sunny during the day with a high of -9. A few clouds will roll in during the evening and the low will drop down to -14.

Homeowners in Greater Sudbury will see their property taxes increase by 3.9 per cent this year, or $102 for an average family home valued at $230,000.