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Memory Lane

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These personal stories from community members in connection with Greater Sudbury's rich history are made possible through the continued support of Orendorff & Associates as part of our Community Leaders Program.

Memory Lane: Remembering a historic home that wasn’t saved

Memory Lane: Remembering a historic home that wasn’t saved

History writer Jason Marcon brings us the story of downtown mansion that was once the home of a pioneering doctor, how the building came to house the Red Cross and the failed effort to preserve the beautiful structure
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Memory Lane: Readers share memories of Santa parades past

Memory Lane: Readers share memories of Santa parades past

Since 1958, the Sudbury Santa Claus Parade has been helping the NIckel City get into the Christmas spirit and that spirit lives on in the many memories shared in today’s story
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Memory Lane: Sudbury Santa Claus parades throughout the years

Memory Lane: Sudbury Santa Claus parades throughout the years

History writer Jason Marcon shares some historical tidbits from the Santa Claus Parade over the decades, including the secret of Santa’s Rocket Express, the growing numbers of clowns, and the fact that, for decades, it was held during the day
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Memory Lane: Families of local war vets share personal stories

Memory Lane: Families of local war vets share personal stories

Remembrance Day is about honouring the sacrifice of soldiers and in today’s Memory Lane, history writer Jason Marcon, with help from readers, shares the experiences of some local veterans
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Memory Lane: The wartime connection to these Gatchell street names

Memory Lane: The wartime connection to these Gatchell street names

Did you know that 11 streets in the West End neighbourhood are named for young soldier who died in the First World War? Learn their stories today
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Memory Lane: The clickety-clack of the old Nelson Street Iron Bridge

Memory Lane: The clickety-clack of the old Nelson Street Iron Bridge

One might think that not many people would remember the old steel bridge over the train tracks at Nelson Street, but surprisingly many readers had fond memories of the the old bridge that was taken down in 1979
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Memory Lane: Nelson Street bridge goes back to Sudbury’s early days

Memory Lane: Nelson Street bridge goes back to Sudbury’s early days

The Iron Bridge was first erected in the early 20th century, and replaced with a pedestrian bridge in 1979, which itself is now being replaced after 45 years of service
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Memory Lane: A Big Nickel for your thoughts

Memory Lane: A Big Nickel for your thoughts

Sudburians share their memories of the Canadian Centennial Numismatic Park, on the current site of Dynamic Earth
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Memory Lane: Big Nickel wasn’t always Sudbury’s only giant coin

Memory Lane: Big Nickel wasn’t always Sudbury’s only giant coin

As Big Nickel turns 60, Jason Marcon digs into its founding, as well as the creation of the now long-gone Numismatic Park
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Memory Lane: Mystery holes and fond memories of Moonlight Beach

Memory Lane: Mystery holes and fond memories of Moonlight Beach

Readers share their fond memories of one of the city’s most popular beaches, but history writer Jason Marcon also digs into a mystery that plagued Moonlight Beach for decades
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