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Laurentian U clears step in bid to emerge from creditor protection

SUDBURY, Ont. — Laurentian University says it has cleared a key step in its bid to emerge from creditor protection.

Ontario spending billions of dollars more so far this year, fiscal watchdog says

TORONTO — Ontario's financial watchdog says the government is spending billions more so far this year than at the start of the last fiscal year.
Windsor, Ont., health unit suspends 1,500 students over outdated immunization records

Windsor, Ont., health unit suspends 1,500 students over outdated immunization records

The public health unit in Windsor, Ont., says it has suspended more than 1,500 secondary school students due to out-of-date immunization records.
'It is a big loss': Funeral held for auto shop owner killed in GTHA shootings

'It is a big loss': Funeral held for auto shop owner killed in GTHA shootings

MISSISSAUGA — An auto shop owner killed in a string of shootings this week was remembered as a doting father, a caring community member and a talented cricket player Wednesday as loved ones and strangers gathered to mourn him at his funeral.
Ontario hospital patients awaiting spots in long-term care can be moved up to 150 km

Ontario hospital patients awaiting spots in long-term care can be moved up to 150 km

TORONTO — Ontario hospital patients awaiting spots in long-term care can be moved to nursing homes not of their choosing up to 150 kilometres away, with charges of $400 per day if they refuse, the province announced Wednesday.
In tribute to the queen, Ontario's Ford says he will miss her 'dearly'

In tribute to the queen, Ontario's Ford says he will miss her 'dearly'

TORONTO — Queen Elizabeth served as a constant presence through turbulent times and will be remembered for the comfort she brought people, as well as her exemplary public service, Ontario Premier Doug Ford said Wednesday.
York Region police officer killed in car crash on way to work

York Region police officer killed in car crash on way to work

TORONTO — A York Region police officer is dead after an early morning collision Wednesday morning in Markham, Ont. York Regional Police Chief Jim MacSween said Const. Travis Gillespie was killed in a crash on his way to work.
Suspect in Toronto-area shootings had long criminal history: parole docs

Suspect in Toronto-area shootings had long criminal history: parole docs

TORONTO — The suspect in a string of shootings that killed a Toronto police officer and an auto shop owner this week had an extensive criminal record, including ties to a gang at one point.

Toronto man, 18, charged with second-degree murder of boy

TORONTO — A man from Toronto has been charged with murder after a fatal shooting of a 15-year-old boy on Saturday. Toronto police say officers responded to a shooting in the area of Keele Street and Sheppard Avenue West just before 1 a.m.
'Always had a smile on his face': Colleagues remember slain Toronto police officer

'Always had a smile on his face': Colleagues remember slain Toronto police officer

TORONTO — Const. Andrew Hong loved to smile, ride motorcycles and spend time with his family.