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MPP backs Cimino's decision to put family, health first

MPP backs Cimino's decision to put family, health first

The public's right to know why a politician has stepped down ends when it comes to serious personal health and family issues, Nickel Belt MPP France Gélinas said Friday.
Retail workers pray for Boxing Day reprieve for one last year

Retail workers pray for Boxing Day reprieve for one last year

“We would re-evaluate our Boxing Day hours of operation at that time,” DiCarlo wrote. “The Home Depot Canada is a proud member of the community and always strives to meet the needs of its customers.
Operation Red Nose now in effect (6 photos)

Operation Red Nose now in effect (6 photos)

While its name may have connotations of secrecy, there is nothing top secret about Operation Red Nose. In fact, the program has gained in popularity since its inception.
Temperatures drop lower Friday

Temperatures drop lower Friday

Tonight, periods of light snow ending this evening. The overnight low will be -18C. Friday will be a mix of sun and cloud with a 60-per-cent chance of flurries late in the evening and overnight. The high will be -12 C and the low -15C.
This guy knows what it takes to win the Grey Cup

This guy knows what it takes to win the Grey Cup

Mike Derks understands better than most people what it's like to play in a Grey Cup game. In 1986, Derks won the Grey Cup with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, after a disappointing loss in the championship game the year before.
Traffic interruptions for Nov. 28

Traffic interruptions for Nov. 28

From the City of Greater Sudbury: Ditch maintenance on Maley Drive will reduce traffic to one lane November 28 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. between Adam and Eve and the rail road tracks. Flagpersons will direct traffic.
Don't get towed: Winter street parking rules in effect

Don't get towed: Winter street parking rules in effect

Press release from City of Greater Sudbury on Nov. 27: In preparation for the coming winter, the City of Greater Sudbury reminds motorists there is no parking on any roadway, highway, laneway or side street between the hours of midnight and 7 a.m.
Tickets on sale for spring monster truck show

Tickets on sale for spring monster truck show

Tickets for May's Monster Spectacular – featuring the world’s top monster trucks – are on sale now. Monster Spectacular roars into Sudbury Arena on May 9, 2015. Tickets can be purchased by visiting greatersudbury.
Volunteer pay rate increase

Volunteer pay rate increase

For the first time in 10 years, Northern Life is increasing our voluntary pay rate. As of December, the rate will rise to $5 every four weeks — that's a $1 increase. The previous $48 annual rate will be honoured until Jan.
PHOTO: Show your 4-H colours

PHOTO: Show your 4-H colours

The Sudbury 4-H Club met with Mayor Marianne Matichuk Nov. 5 where she proclaimed the day Show Your 4-H Colours Day, celebrating National 4-H Month in Canada.