by Adam RileyOfficers with the Thunder Bay Police Service could soon be deployed to a First Nation in the northern portion of the Kenora district. A new partnership has developed between city police, Ontario Provincial Police and Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug, also known as KI or Big Trout Lake. This...
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by Randy ThomsVoyageurs National Park plans to burn off invasive hybrid cattail stands this winter. Prescribed burns are scheduled in the coming weeks on selected wetlands on Rainy and Kabetogama Lakes. Officials say this reduces the material that is mechanically removed in summer. The burn operations will be...
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by Brad PerryA supply-and-confidence agreement between the federal Liberals and New Democrats could be nearing its end. The NDP have given the Trudeau government until March 1 to table pharmacare legislation in the House of Commons. Speaking with reporters on Wednesday, leader Jagmeet Singh claimed the...
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by Randy ThomsThe MPP for Kiiwetinoong does not think the Ford government is doing enough to address the healthcare problems in the province’s remote communities. Nishnawbe Aski Nation declared a health state of emergency two weeks ago, adding to one announced in 2016. Speaking in the legislature, Sol Mamakwa...
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by Brad PerryNearly 400 tickets were issued during a traffic enforcement operation throughout New Brunswick. It took place along the Trans-Canada Highway and in Western Valley communities late last week. RCMP said a total of 370 tickets were issued, including 258 for speeding, and eight vehicles were towed....
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by Randy ThomsFort Frances council is staring at what could be one of the largest tax increases in many years. The operating budget shortfall is $877,736, which equates to a 7.1% tax increase. Mayor Andrew Hallikas admits it is one of the most challenging budget years he has faced. “It’s important to note...
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by Randy ThomsHockey players and ice skaters will likely get the chance to skate at the Memorial Sports Centre this summer. Town council is allowing a pilot project to proceed in July and August. Recreation and Culture Manager Nathan Young says he has commitments from various user groups for at least 290...
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by Caitlin SnowA Halifax MP has a bold move to help fix the city’s housing crisis and is looking for your input. Following his announcement that he is seriously considering running for mayor, Andy Fillmore posted a video on his social media, suggesting relocating the ‘massive’ Canada Post building on Almon...
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by Brad PerryPeople who work with unhoused individuals in Saint John are in shock after this weekend’s tent encampment fire. Investigators believe Sunday evening’s fire at an encampment between Waterloo and Exmouth streets was deliberately set. “It’s very disturbing to see,” said Melanie Vautour, the...
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by CJ GoaterThe Thunder Bay District Health Unit has announced the date for its immunization clinics. Clinics will be held from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m., on the following dates: February 22 – At the Corpus Christi Elementary School February 27 – At Our Lady of Charity Elementary School February 29 – At St. Bernard...
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