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VIDEO: Man 'sorry' for splashing stranger with gasoline, lighting him on fire

VIDEO: Man 'sorry' for splashing stranger with gasoline, lighting him on fire

Judge said summer attack, which led to 18-month jail sentence, fuelled 'perception that it's not safe' to be downtown Sault Ste. Marie (WARNING: Some viewers may find video disturbing)
Soccer treasurer can take Dedication to Soccer Award to the bank

Soccer treasurer can take Dedication to Soccer Award to the bank

'Marsha has always been the community volunteer who works tirelessly to make things happen, while never seeking any praise or recognition'
Powassan Library seeks a 'scary number' for its budget increase

Powassan Library seeks a 'scary number' for its budget increase

The main reason for the 26 per cent increase: Staff wages have not kept up with the cost of living for more than a decade
Top-25 wanted fugitive is in the wind and has ties to North Bay

Top-25 wanted fugitive is in the wind and has ties to North Bay

A Canada-wide warrant has been issued for Habiton Solomon, wanted in connection to the death of Joshua Tarnue in Kitchener last August
NBRHC chief of staff addresses accused doctor, hospital violence

NBRHC chief of staff addresses accused doctor, hospital violence

'Despite our best efforts, incidents do sometimes occur with our patients and staff. In this circumstance, the situation warranted the involvement of our local police'
Police charge local physician following incident at hospital

Police charge local physician following incident at hospital

NBPS says the physician assaulted a patient and threatened another person at the hospital
Battalion signs its 2023 fourth round pick

Battalion signs its 2023 fourth round pick

'We’re pleased to add Aaron, who’ll be an important piece to our future defence corps'
ENDED Flash freeze warning Tuesday afternoon into evening in region

ENDED Flash freeze warning Tuesday afternoon into evening in region

Sudden icy conditions may occur on roads and walkways
Real estate prices rebounded slightly in March

Real estate prices rebounded slightly in March

Ontario home prices rebounded slightly in March, according to recently released CREA figures — prices stabilized in February, ending a five-month fall that began in summer 2023
North continues to lag behind Ontario's broadband coverage level

North continues to lag behind Ontario's broadband coverage level

Northern Ontario's broadband project completion rate is 8.9%, whereas the completion rate in the rest of Ontario is 42%