North Bay under “severe” thunderstorm watch

Severe thunderstorms are expected to develop through the region today with the possibility of strong wind gusts and large hail. According to Environment Canada, strong wind gusts could reach up to 90 km/hr, nickel to toonie size hail and a risk of a tornado. The weather is expected to hit the region this afternoon. “Large […]

Potential new gateway monument to be unveiled in August

The City of Kelowna is working behind the scenes on a new welcoming monument and sign for the city’s north end.If approved by council, staff will continue to work behind the scenes with a preliminary unveiling of the recommended designs in August.The previous north end ‘Welcome to Kelowna’ s…

One person injured in Lowertown shooting, Ottawa police report

One injured person was transported to hospital following a shooting in Lowertown on Wednesday afternoon, the Ottawa Police Service said. In an online post, police said officers found the injured individual after responding to the intersection of Murray Street and Beausoleil Drive at approximately 3:40 p.m. “The investigation is currently ongoing and road closures remain […]