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Town officially welcomes new by-law officer
Posted 15 January 2024

Town officially welcomes new by-law officer

The town of Fort Frances has a new by-law enforcement officer. Corey Fehr was officially presented with his badge in a ceremony held on Monday at the Fort Frances Civic Centre. Fehr says he has always shown an interest in law enforcement. “I’ve shown interest in law enforcement in general for...

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Ontario launching long-term care home investigations unit
Posted 15 January 2024

Ontario launching long-term care home investigations unit

The Ontario government has created a new investigations unit to help ensure every long-term care home is maintaining provincial standards. The new 10-person unit is supported by an investment of $72.3 million and will function as a deterrent and tool when escalated enforcement is needed to...

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Aaron’s Coffee Shop expands
Posted 15 January 2024

Aaron’s Coffee Shop expands

Aaron’s Coffee Shop now has two locations, thanks to a partnership with another local business. One is on Moncton’s Main Street and the other is on Pinewood Drive in Riverview. “When we left the airport, we met up with the Owners of Queen E Vape Shop. So, basically, any location they have where...

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1 arrested after assault investigation
Posted 15 January 2024

1 arrested after assault investigation

A Kasabonika Lake First Nation man faces a number of charges following a pair of assaults over the weekend. According to Ontario Provincial Police, officers on patrol in Sioux Lookout were flagged down around 9:15 p.m. Saturday and advised of a disturbance in the community. An investigation...

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Dryden losing air passenger service
Posted 15 January 2024

Dryden losing air passenger service

Disappointing, that is what leadership in the City of Dryden are calling the decision by Bearskin Airlines to suspend flights at the Dryden Regional Airport, effective May 11th. In a release the city says the loss of service will have profound impacts on residents, businesses, and essential...

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Canada wins bronze at U18 Women’s World Hockey Championship
Posted 15 January 2024

Canada wins bronze at U18 Women’s World Hockey Championship

A bronze for Team Canada at the Women’s U18 World Hockey Championship. Canada fell to Czechia in the semifinal game Saturday, but rebounded to win bronze on Sunday, 8-1 over Finland. 2 Nova Scotians were on the team, Cape Sable Island’s Jessica MacKinnon and Antigonish’s Rhyah Stewart. MacKinnon...

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Mariners get OT win over Amherst
Posted 15 January 2024

Mariners get OT win over Amherst

The Yarmouth Mariners needed overtime for their first win of 2024. Michael Marquez scored his first goal since returning to the team earlier this month, as they beat Amherst 4-3 at Mariners Centre Sunday. Marquez fired the winner home 17 seconds into the extra frame, after the Ramblers tied it...

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Council to hold a special meeting today
Posted 15 January 2024

Council to hold a special meeting today

City council will be holding a special council meeting this afternoon. It’s to go over once again the city’s Operating budget. It’s currently stands at a 4.11 percent increase. The city says it has now received most of the budgets from external organizations, except for the Kenora District Homes...

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$64 million Lotto 649 Gold Ball prize still unclaimed
Posted 15 January 2024

$64 million Lotto 649 Gold Ball prize still unclaimed

Time is running out to claim a $64 million prize. On April 15th, 2023, a Lotto 6/49 ticket was sold in Gloucester County New Brunswick. It was a Gold Ball Jackpot winner,  but to date, no one has contacted Atlantic Lottery with the winning ticket. Prizes must be claimed within one year, which...

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Man stabbed during attempted vehicle theft in downtown Halifax
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Posted 15 January 2024

Man stabbed during attempted vehicle theft in downtown Halifax

A stabbing in downtown Halifax around 11:30pm Sunday night has police looking for the suspect. Police say it was in the area of South Park and Clyde Streets, when a man tried to steal a vehicle parked in that location. When the owner confronted him, the suspect cut him with a knife before...

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