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Jeff Turl

Jeff Turl

Jeff is a veteran of the news biz. He's spent a lengthy career in TV, radio, print and online, covering both news and sports. He enjoys free time riding motorcycles and spoiling grandchildren

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Recent Work by Jeff

Why using hazard lights while driving in bad weather is a mistake

Why using hazard lights while driving in bad weather is a mistake

While it might seem safer to turn on your hazard lights during fog or snow, the OPP warns that doing so can confuse other drivers and even disable important signals like turn indicators
New generation rediscovering real fur as fashion choice

New generation rediscovering real fur as fashion choice

Despite international sanctions and economic hurdles, Canada's fur trade is finding resilience through diversification and a growing base of younger consumers who value natural products
Petition demands school board trustees remain as elected officials

Petition demands school board trustees remain as elected officials

The future of local representation in Ontario's public education system is under threat, as the government considers removing elected school board officials—a move sparking widespread concern
Near North Board producing 'horrific results' says education minister

Near North Board producing 'horrific results' says education minister

At the Near North Board, a grade 9 assessment of mathematics shows only 34 per cent of fully participating students at or above the provincial standard for the 2024–2025 school year
Opposition leaders raise alarm over southern control of Near North School Board

Opposition leaders raise alarm over southern control of Near North School Board

The Ford government is facing renewed criticism from all three major opposition parties after placing the Near North School Board under direct supervision—raising fears about accountability, funding shortfalls, and student outcomes
Discrimination, condoms, on-campus sex all part of Canadore human rights complaint

Discrimination, condoms, on-campus sex all part of Canadore human rights complaint

With new developments emerging in a long-standing legal battle, pressure is mounting on Canadore College’s administration as it prepares for a public hearing into serious accusations, including sex-based discrimination and retaliation
New local Conservation Authority includes North Bay, Sudbury, Timmins and the Soo

New local Conservation Authority includes North Bay, Sudbury, Timmins and the Soo

In an effort to streamline services and accelerate infrastructure development, the Province of Ontario has unveiled plans to merge multiple northern conservation authorities into one expansive regional body. North Bay, Sudbury, Timmins and the Soo will all be under one region
North Bay youngster blessed by Pope Leo in Rome

North Bay youngster blessed by Pope Leo in Rome

A local area family experienced a once-in-a-lifetime moment when their infant son received a personal blessing from the Pope at the Vatican, turning their spiritual journey into an unforgettable memory
Near North school board slammed for dysfunction and leadership failures

Near North school board slammed for dysfunction and leadership failures

While delayed opening of Parry Sound school sparked Ministry of Education review, report also gets into governance chaos, absent leadership and fractured relationships — and the director's improper use of a corporate credit card
Armed and dangerous fugitive shot by cops; SIU investigating

Armed and dangerous fugitive shot by cops; SIU investigating

An emergency alert and shelter-in-place order were issued Friday as OPP officers searched for an armed and dangerous individual near Latchford. The situation escalated on Sunday with an exchange of gunfire
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