Today in the SOO

On today's podcast: The great drought of 2024 is over: LCBO to reopen tomorrow. Healthcare and clerical workers at Group Health prepare to hit picket lines. City receives $368K from OLG. Bridge Walk won't return until next year. Reach out to Scott

On today's podcast: Knocked out: Global tech outage causes mass disruption. Grocery Code of Conduct a go after Walmart and Costco sign on. Algoma Steel seeks buyers for dust from arc furnaces. Sackville Road extension sparks lots of comments. Music and Ribs, Rotaryfest is off and running. Arts and Culture Festival is looking for musicians. Reach out to Scott

On today's podcast: Accused killer Steven Jones seeks change of venue for 2026 trial. Deja-vu: Another Albert-Elgin crash. Local LCBO employees hopeful with talks back on. Kidney Clothes is closing. Pedal to the metal: Speed limit jumps to 110 on 69 between Sudbury and French River. Reach out to Scott

On today's podcast: Stolen plaques recovered, one person charged. Thessalon First Nation finally gets to look into elections appeals. Algoma Steel CEO fields questions from inquisitive mayor and council. Huron Board announces new Superintendent of Education. Freedom Convoy organizer Pat King won't testify at his trial. Reach out to Scott

On today's podcast: City council unanimously votes to backstop YMCA. Great goose -Stop the poop! Some short term closures of Queen Street sidewalks expected this week. Susan Hamilton Beach gets promotion. Could we end up hosting Kraft Hockeyville in September? Free day-use-access to provincial parks on Friday. Reach out to Scott

On today's podcast: Trump shot on Saturday, makes 9am tee time on Sunday. LCBO pulls plug on opening handful of stores amid strike. Ward 1 councillors want ads along Hub Trail and want the physician recruitment program to target more than just doctors. Phil Esposito plaque goes missing. United Way needs help with back-to-school. Reach out to Scott

On today's podcast: SooToday readers come through for the YMCA. City will be asked to introduce a goose management program. A Community Improvement Plan is being developed and the city wants your input. Doctor shortage now impacts 2.5M province-wide. Dolly Parton's Imagination Library Program has officially launched. Terry Sheehan announces funding for housing projects. Reach out to Scot...

On today's podcast: Do we need a downtown parking garage? Airport passenger levels down. Two websites not to visit. City police continue to look for missing 40-year old. Was losing the lights at Albert and Elgin a mistake? Reach out to Scott

On today's podcast: Lukenda Charitable Foundation revealed as purchasers of the YMCA building. Algoma Steel pledges $250K to support the Y. Multiple people sick, some hospitalized with Listeria related to plant-based mil products. How the LCBO strike could re-shape the crown corp's future according to Brock prof. Cast for Charlie and the Chocolate Factory announced. Reach out to Scott

On today's podcast: T-6 days and counting: The clock continues to tick for the Y. Queen street closed for two days.  Another crash at the Albert and Elgin. First Nations accusing Metis of attempts to divide. New tourist centre in Batchewana will let you 'plug in'. Free use of provincial parks next Friday. Reach out to Scott

On today's podcast: Is Joe Fratesi onto something? City awards almost $5M in construction and paving jobs for the summer. Grazie! Another incredible Italian Festival. The RCMP (Musical Ride) is coming to Echo Bay for two days. Trouble sleeping- We might be able to help. Reach out to Scott

On today's podcast: Welcome to Doug Ford's dry summer. Our Pride crosswalk is beaming bright and beautiful again. Insolvent landlords get court-ordered extension with strings attached. Weekend vigil planned for those impacted by AIDS. Dolly Parton to help out book lovers. What's the key to being a super-ager? Reach out to Scott

On today's podcast: The YMCA still hundreds away from their goal. Garden River First Nation to payout $110K to band members. Northern and Copperfin credit unions make it official. SSM detectives investigate vandalism of Pride crosswalk. Echo bay to lose LCBO. Bon Soo up for Ontario Choice Award. Reach out to Scott

On today's podcast: Thessalon First Nation employees sign union cards and certify. What's in a name - Lots if you ask the Downtown Association. New Rotary parade route has some questioning the logic. Get an Agawa Canyon Tour upgrade for only $500. The walls come tumblin' down- Holy Trinity demo begins. Reach out to Scott

On today's podcast: "Text-gate" continues to make headlines - Councillor Spina responds to allegations. Bridge walk postponed will get re-scheduled soon according to organizers. Crimestoppers is moving, phone service could be interrupted. Trillium Talk this week covers the unexpected closure of the Ontario Science Centre. Saultites makes waves in NHL free-agency. Reach out to Scott

On today's podcast: A city councillor is making accusations involving a supposed group chat at Monday's meeting.  Emergency responders extract woman from library. SSM Police Board plans to write feds and province over local catch and release concerns. Fore! Golf club swinging attack trial underway. 35-year-old from Goulais charged following stabbing. 5 Car Draw winners announced. Plan ah...

On today's podcast: Judicial pre-trial moved up for Steven Jones. NOSM has new boss. Police headlines. What's open and not this Canada Day. Keeping pets safe when fireworks go off.  Free fishing to celebrate Canada's birthday. Paul Maurice's family speaks out on big Stanley Cup win. Hounds sign 14th rounder. Reach out to Scott

On today's podcast: Sobering stats: Cannabis edges out booze as most common impaired driving substance. Some councillors not impressed with YMCA management. Major crime  scene deemed murder-suicide. McDougall fined $70K for safety act violation. Batchewana First Nation band members take part in peaceful demonstration. Bridge walk is this weekend. Reach out to Scott

On today's podcast: Sault native Paul Maurice is a Stanley Cup champ! A downtown parking fiasco could prove costly if not resolved soon. Brent Lamming gets promoted. Homelessness on the rise in SSM. Almost 20K homes between Sudbury and SSM to 'get connected'. LCBO to extend hours as strike deadline looms. Two local hockey players honoured. Reach out to Scott

On today's podcast: 20-year old's body found in St. Mary's River. New collection agency to be appointed by city to collect fines. Two parks to get new equipment. Pickleball Palooza packs Pee Wee -raises cash for Autism. Huron-Superior board's budget approved by trustees. Reach out to Scott

On today's podcast: Algoma University president has full support of board.  Missing sisters found safe. January's blast furnace shut-down hot Algoma Steel hard in the wallet.  The Soo's population has grown. Show your PRIDE - we've got a new crosswalk. This week on Inside the Village: Teens are going to learn skills to pay the bills. Lots of rain this weekend. Reach out to Scot...

On today's podcast: City police looking for two missing sisters. Insolvent out-of-town landlords alleged to have spent millions on luxury items. YMCA still looking for new members to remain viable. Air passenger levels down 4% in May - still down 28% from pre-pandemic levels. International Bridge Walk is coming up. Sault Surge Aquatic team make a splash at recent meet. Reach out to Scott

On today's podcast: Heat warning continues but relief is coming.  LCBO workers set to strike July 5th. Sault College gets $50K to improve credit transfer system. OLG building to get $4M facelift. Algoma Steel completes upgrades to plate mill. Sudbury cop headed to trial - accused of assaulting 12-year old. Storm sewer work for two days at Black and McNabb could cause traffic delays. Reach out...

On today's podcast: Heat warning in effect - what does that mean? Thousands lost power yesterday. Road work downtown shifts east - we map it out for you. Nominations for SooToday's Community Builders Awards now open. Some must read police headlines. Reach out to Scott

On today's podcast: A heat warning is in effect for most of the province. One new fire confirmed for the Northeast region.  Holy Trinity's 63 year run comes to an end. Ride for Autism raises thousands. The latest Trillium Talk -Landlords, renters and squatters. Reach out to Scott