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Teen ready for 'once-in-a-lifetime experience'

Teen ready for 'once-in-a-lifetime experience'

When Grade 12 Manitoulin Secondary School student Michael Niven learned he was going to take on several student leadership roles this coming school year, he headed straight to his guidance counsellor's office.

No injuries after Creighton Mine fire

There were no injuries after a fire late in the afternoon of Aug. 29 at Creighton Mine. Vale spokesperson Amanda Eady said in an email statement the fire occurred at the 3,800 level of the mine's number five shaft.
Deal reflects the times, union rep says

Deal reflects the times, union rep says

Now that she's helped college faculty reach a two-year tentative deal with their employers, Carolyn Gaunt said she's excited to be heading back to the classroom.
Ombudsman report now in city’s hands

Ombudsman report now in city’s hands

It’s up to city council to decide when to release a report from Ontario’s Ombudsman looking into the legality of four private meetings councillors held last year.

Community calendar

Greater Sudbury community events for Aug. 30-Sept. 4. To put your listing on this board e-mail [email protected] , phone 705-673-5667. All locations for Sudbury unless otherwise indicated.
Sudbury headed for OMB showdown

Sudbury headed for OMB showdown

A 60-unit apartment building on Long Lake Road rejected by the city’s planning committee in May is likely going to be built anyway.
Restaurant invites hospital staff to dinner

Restaurant invites hospital staff to dinner

The owner of a local restaurant has come up with a novel way to thank staff at Health Sciences North for the care his family received — he’s inviting them to dinner.
Unions band together for Labour Day fun

Unions band together for Labour Day fun

As summer draws to an end, families have one more chance to get together for fun. Local labour unions have banded together to host Labour Day at Bell Park, with support from community sponsors.
Colleges, faculty reach tentative deal

Colleges, faculty reach tentative deal

Faculty at the province's community colleges have reached a tenatative agreement with the College Employer Council, the group representing college administration.
Sound skill development through Summer Company

Sound skill development through Summer Company

Ryan MacDonald will be ready to pick up where he left off — if not further ahead — when he returns to school this fall.