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News that NDP Leader Andrea Horwath is supporting the Liberal budget not only means there won't be an election anytime soon, it also means the waiting game continues for two high-profile politicians.

If you have a leaky tap, you don't just put a bucket underneath — you fix the source of the leak so it's not a problem in the future. That's the metaphor Jacline Abray-Nyman uses to explain the modern role of the United Way.

Two fires combined for damages between $200,000 and $400,000 over the weekend, with the Ontario Fire Marshal's Office and Greater Sudbury Police Service leading the investigation on one of them, said Greater Sudbury Fire Services.

At the request of Liberal Premier Kathleen Wynne, the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Association has improved its offer to municipalities with casinos or that are willing to host new casinos.

The United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) Local 12R24 and The Beer Store are joining forces in an effort to help find a cure for leukemia — the No. 1 disease killer of children in Canada.

The Greater Sudbury Development Corporation (GSDC) has handed out $496,000 to support 13 not-for-profit arts and cultural organizations in the city through the Major Arts and Culture Grant Program.

For the second year in a row, Rainbow Routes Association is hosting two bike-exchange events where children can trade in their outgrown bike for a gently used one of the correct size.

Rock City Auto Supplies Ltd. in Sudbury will set the scene for residents wanting to recycle their used tires for free while supporting The Sunshine Foundation of Canada at the same time.

One man faces impaired driving charges after Greater Sudbury Police stopped 233 drivers at spot checks Saturday night.

“If you don't write things down, a lot of history gets lost.” That's the last thing Oiva Saarinen wants to see happen. He cares about the city he calls home, and took an active role in contributing to it by recording the early years.