Linda Richardson

Linda Richardson is a freelance journalist who has been covering Sault Ste. Marie's courts and other local news for more than 45 years.

Recent Work by Linda

Murder suspect from Barrie pleads guilty to firearm offences

At the time of the standoff up north, the 36-year-old Barrie man was wanted in connection with a July 2022 homicide in Peterborough

Nov 25, 2024 8:30 AM Read more >

VIDEO: Court hears more details about golf club attack that went viral

Trial continues for 50-year-old former OHL player who faces one count of assault with a weapon for local altercation that's been viewed millions of times online

Sep 17, 2024 6:30 AM Read more >

VIDEO: Golf club attack that went viral lands in court

Former junior hockey player faces a count of assault with a weapon for altercation at golf club caught on video that's been viewed millions of times online

Jun 27, 2024 9:59 PM Read more >

ONTARIO: HIV sex assault sentencing to go ahead, judge rules

The case centred around the issue of significant risk of bodily harm and whether there was a realistic possibility of transmission

Jun 19, 2018 3:55 PM Read more >

ONTARIO: HIV positive man who didn't tell partners wants conviction reopened

His lawyer says he wants a judge to hear fresh evidence

Jun 19, 2018 9:24 AM Read more >