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Algoma U prof leads groundbreaking Great Lakes winter research

Algoma U prof leads groundbreaking Great Lakes winter research

His report identifies major barriers to winter research, including the risks and logistical difficulties of accessing the lakes during cold months
Powassan man who stole Churchill portrait going to jail

Powassan man who stole Churchill portrait going to jail

Jeffrey Wood will spend close to two years behind bars after pleading guilty to stealing and forging a historic photograph of Winston Churchill.
Turtle power: Environmental advocates raise alarm over proposed quarry

Turtle power: Environmental advocates raise alarm over proposed quarry

A unique conservation event is set to take place on June 7, as the first-ever Ten Thousand Turtle Trek brings attention to the plight of endangered Blanding’s turtles in Northern Ontario
Good morning, Sault Ste. Marie! Here's today's weather!

Good morning, Sault Ste. Marie! Here's today's weather!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
Local students to compete in chess tournament tomorrow

Local students to compete in chess tournament tomorrow

Over 300 young chess masters will meet in Wawa on Wednesday, May 28, for the ninth Franco-Nord-Ouest Chess Tournament
Sault archers showed 'incredible skill' at provincial championships

Sault archers showed 'incredible skill' at provincial championships

'Each archer had to earn their spot through school-level qualifications, making their participation in this elite event a notable achievement in itself'
VIDEO: Canadian steel plants stare down ‘existential’ threat

VIDEO: Canadian steel plants stare down ‘existential’ threat

Tonight on 'Closer Look': As Donald Trump's tariffs take hold, Canadian steelmakers are calling on the government to do everything it can to give the industry 'a fighting chance'
Mayor’s trip to Queen’s Park was ‘valuable’ opportunity

Mayor’s trip to Queen’s Park was ‘valuable’ opportunity

Matthew Shoemaker and other members of Northern Ontario’s Large Urban Mayors group met with Premier Doug Ford on Monday
Did this driver record a tornado near Ranger Lake Road?

Did this driver record a tornado near Ranger Lake Road?

A white funnel cloud spotted during a severe storm in northern Ontario is under review by meteorologists who are trying to determine if it qualifies as an official tornado
Sault hospital sees fewer violent incidents even as patient load grows

Sault hospital sees fewer violent incidents even as patient load grows

Sault Area Hospital met some of its performance goals for the 2024/25 year, while falling behind in others