by Brad PerryDo not be surprised to see discoloured water in Saint John over the next day or so. Saint John Water said temporary “minor” discolouration is possible due to repair work on a major water line. Officials said the water is still safe to consume, adding it is expected to clear up over the next 12...
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by CJ GoaterThe 2024 Ontario Winter Games is coming to Thunder Bay from February 16-26 at various sporting venues across the city. More than 700 volunteers will be required and the deadline to apply to become a volunteer is coming up on November 30. Volunteer roles for the games will range from...
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by Brad PerryNew affordability measures are being welcomed by the Common Front for Social Justice. Starting in February, individuals who receive social assistance will get an extra $200 a month to help with the rising cost of food and shelter. Provincial coordinator Janelle LeBlanc said while this is good...
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by Adam RileyA vehicle explosion on the American side of the Rainbow Bridge near Niagara Falls has prompted evacuations and the Federal Bureau of Investigation is now involved. In a statement the FBI says it is coordinating with law enforcement partners in the United States as part of the investigation....
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by Randy ThomsThere is no change at the head table for the Northwest Catholic District School Board. Dryden trustee Kathy Bryck has been reelected as chair of the board for another year. Fort Frances trustee Cathy Piotrowski will serve as vice chair. The long-time trustees were reelected to the positions in...
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by Brad PerryRCMP say a youth has been arrested after a fight outside of a high school hockey game in Charlotte County. Members of the St. George RCMP detachment were called to a hockey rink in Blacks Harbour around 9:15 p.m. Friday. “Two youths who were attending a high school hockey game had reportedly...
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Radon is an orderless, tasteless, and invisible radioactive gas that’s the second-highest cause of lung cancer among Canadians. As part of Radon Action Month, Health Canada is encouraging people to test for radon in their homes. You can acquire a testing kit on your own or have a professional...
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Nova Scotia is set host some of the best curlers in the world with a spots at the upcoming winter games on the line. Halifax, Wolfville and Liverpool will all play a part in which teams represent our country at the 2026 games. Halifax has been awarded the qualifiers for the Milan games at...
READ MORE by CJ GoaterConfederation College’s first-year business students are hosting their annual Student Enterprise Market Days this week for their marketing class. This event encourages students to sell their unique products created by upcycling or repurposing materials. Erin Oner, Program Coordinator and...
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by Tim DavidsonThe NDP is pushing the provincial government to reclassify conservation officers so they can get a boost in pay. Thunder Bay-Superior North MPP Lise Vaugeois the CO’s are not being paid according to their qualifications. “Conservation officers are paid up to $31,000 less than OPP officers,...
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