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Unveiling the transforming convention centre idea

Unveiling the transforming convention centre idea

Media is crowded into Oscar's Grill on Durham Street in downtown Sudbury at this hour as the Sudbury Synergy Group lays out its argument for how the city could build an arts and convention centre. As reported by NorthernLife.
Want to make more money? Work for the gov't, study says

Want to make more money? Work for the gov't, study says

Government employees in Canada receive higher wages and likely more generous non-wage benefits than their private-sector counterparts, according to a new study released Thursday by the Fraser Institute.
Local Walk for Alzheimer's takes place Sunday

Local Walk for Alzheimer's takes place Sunday

The Alzheimer Society Sudbury-Manitoulin North Bay and Districts' biggest fundraiser of the year happens this Sunday.
Aspiring reporters invited to free summer camp

Aspiring reporters invited to free summer camp

This summer, the University of Sudbury is offering two free summer camps to high school students interested in learning more about journalism and Aboriginal culture. These five-day camps will be held July 6-10 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.
Caitlyn's transition highlights lack of support in the North

Caitlyn's transition highlights lack of support in the North

Lost in the media frenzy accompanying Caitlyn Jenner's now famous Vanity Fair cover and story is the lack of services for others who come forward to make a similar decision, says an advocate for transgender people in Greater Sudbury.
Summer's almost here! High of 23 Thursday

Summer's almost here! High of 23 Thursday

Ah, the warm weather is upon us. Tonight expect a few clouds with winds out of the southwest at 20 km/h, gusting to 40, but becoming light this evening. Low 11. Thursday the lovely weather continues.
Young leaders tour Northern Ontario

Young leaders tour Northern Ontario

The Northern Ontario group followed a hectic nine-day itinerary that started in Thunder Bay and ended in North Bay with numerous stops in between.
On Canada Day, arena features tastes from around globe

On Canada Day, arena features tastes from around globe

Greetings and inauguration from local dignitaries will begin at 10 a.m. on centre stage of the arena. At 11 a.m., stalls featuring food from all over the world and craft tables will open, and entertainment will continue on throughout the day.
Church honours missing and murdered Aboriginal women

Church honours missing and murdered Aboriginal women

If you spend any time in downtown Sudbury, you may notice more church bells ringing than usual over the next few weeks.
Construction causing intermittent lane closures on MR 80

Construction causing intermittent lane closures on MR 80

Construction prep work will create intermittent lane closures on MR 80 north of Main Street from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. until June 12. One lane of traffic will be maintained in each direction.