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It’s a chilly start to this last Sunday of April across the Northeast, with morning temperatures widely near the freezing mark—so an extra layer for early risers won’t go amiss. Daytime highs will reach about 5°C to 8°C from Timmins up to Kapuskasing, with variable
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The Ontario government has announced the introduction of legislation intended to limit foreign political influence in the province’s critical minerals and energy sectors. This announcement was made in Toronto through an official government statement. According to the release, the legislation focuses on introducing new restrictions for foreign involvement in
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Sweet Cream and D’Effe.t Frozen Pastries Recalled over Salmonella Risk Date: 2025-04-20 The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has recalled certain Sweet Cream brand and D’Effe.t brand frozen pastries due to possible Salmonella contamination. The recall was issued on June 3, 2024. According to the CFIA,
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Durham Regional Police have requested assistance in locating 13-year-old Elize Nicastro, who has been reported missing in Oshawa. According to Durham Regional Police, Elize Nicastro was last seen on June 10, 2024, at around 7:30 p.m. near Harmony Road North and Copperfield Drive in Oshawa. Police describe her
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A cloudy and cool Saturday across the Northeast, with Timmins, Kapuskasing, Hearst, and Moosonee waking to overcast skies and occasional light showers. Temperatures will hover around 7°C for the day, feeling brisk in the persistent north breeze. Thunder Bay also sees grey skies this morning, turning to showers by
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The Municipality of Clarington has stated it has received complete applications for an official plan amendment and a zoning by-law amendment for 1180 Government Road South in Bowmanville. According to the municipal notice, the subject land is described as Part Lot 35, Concession 1, in the former Township of Darlington.
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Northeastern Ontario starts today cool and cloudy, with morning temperatures hovering near freezing. Light snow is expected across the region in the early hours, gradually turning to rain showers as temperatures climb toward 7°C by afternoon. Winds will be brisk from the northwest at 30 km/h, gusting up
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The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) announced on June 13, 2024, that Fairway Market brand Croissants have been recalled due to the presence of undeclared egg. The recall covers croissants that may contain egg without disclosure on the product label. According to the CFIA, people with an allergy to egg
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The Ontario government has announced a $6 million investment through the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC) to support projects that aim to increase access to locally grown and produced food in northern Ontario communities. According to the provincial government, this funding is intended for initiatives that support food production,
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An event called Buzzfest will be held at the Northern College Apiary in South Porcupine on Saturday, May 20, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. According to the event organizers, Buzzfest will include hive tours, demonstrations about bees, and a chance for attendees to observe beekeeping
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Statistics Canada reported that payroll employment in Canada decreased by 19,100 (0.1%) in February 2025, following an increase of 13,000 (0.1%) in January 2025. In Ontario, payroll employment also declined over this period. The release did not provide figures specific to individual towns in Northeast Ontario.
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The Municipality of Clarington Council held its regular meeting on April 22, 2025. According to the official summary, council adopted the minutes from previous meetings and approved the 2025 municipal budget. The budget includes funding for infrastructure projects, community services, and operational needs as outlined in municipal documents. Council approved