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Huntington bestows honorary doctorate on Bartolucci

Huntington bestows honorary doctorate on Bartolucci

When MPP Rick Bartolucci first found out he would be receiving an honorary doctorate of sacred letters from Huntington University, he said he felt humbled. The recognition “transcends politics.
Breast reconstruction gives cancer survivors confidence

Breast reconstruction gives cancer survivors confidence

In the summer of 2010, Peggy Davis was diagnosed with breast cancer. Within a few days, she'd had a mastectomy. The surgery wasn't something she hesitated about — she just wanted the cancer gone from her body.

First Nation celebrates Sacred Fire Arbour

On Oct. 22, members of Atikameksheng Anishnawbek First Nation, formally known as Whitefish Lake, will celebrate the completion of the Atikameksheng Anishnawbek Sacred Fire Arbour.
Change is needed to stave off climate change crisis: Suzuki

Change is needed to stave off climate change crisis: Suzuki

For those who think it's impossible to reduce energy use, broadcaster, environmentalist and scientist David Suzuki said the 2011 Japan earthquake, tsunami and subsequent nuclear disaster proves it isn't.

Stack Brewery bottles up $125K grant from NOHFC

A $125,000 provincial grant is helping Stack Brewery to expand.

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Lockerby Composite will fight to stay at the top

Lockerby Composite will fight to stay at the top

Students at Lockerby Composite School aren't about to rest on their laurels. When it comes to the Young Blood for Life program, Lockerby students are No. 1.
NDP: Tories stealing from our playbook

NDP: Tories stealing from our playbook

Greater Sudbury's two opposition MPs say they liked some elements of the throne speech, but they liked them better when the NDP proposed them first.

Telehealth offers after-hours dementia care

Telehealth Ontario's services have recently been reviewed and strengthened to better serve caregivers of those with dementia. The services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Lockerby drive keeps alive Laura's dream of a northern children's cancer facility

Lockerby drive keeps alive Laura's dream of a northern children's cancer facility

“I would like to see a mini Sick Kids here in Sudbury.” Pina Cotesta admits her vision may be a little too hopeful, but if the spirit that swarmed the gymnasium during the Lockerby cancer drive launch Oct.