by Randy ThomsFort Frances is recognizing September as National Truth and Reconciliation Month. The town marked the occasion by raising a flag that honours survivors of residential schools. Mayor Andrew Hallikas also read a signed proclamation recognizing the month. Hallikas says the town is committed to...
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by Evan TaylorThe Astor Theatre may soon benefit from a modern climate control system as part of a broader renovation plan. The Region of Queens Municipality has hired Halifax-based DSRA Architecture to assess the historic venue and develop a modernization strategy. Over the next six weeks, the firm will...
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by Randy ThomsSome members of Atikokan Council are wondering if the town should continue operating Bunnell Park. The issue arose while council recently discussed user fee increases. The campground generated about $3,000 in revenue for the town each year. Council Liz Shine wonders if the expense and time are...
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by Brad PerryHorizon Health is once again requiring masking in all patient-facing and clinical areas starting Wednesday. The health authority announced the change on Tuesday, saying it will apply to all health-care workers, patients, social visitors and designated support persons. “We are seeing a rise in...
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by Alex AllanAnglophone South School District is welcoming about 300 new students this fall, according to Superintendent Derek O’Brien. He says the start of school is one of the most energizing times for staff and students. “We’ve spent the summer getting ready to welcome students back into our buildings,”...
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by Alex AllanSaint John Water is preparing for an overnight watermain shutdown that will affect hundreds of homes in Forest Hills. Starting at 9 p.m. Friday and continuing until 9 a.m. Saturday, crews will replace a key section of the watermain along McAllister Drive. The city says it’s part of a larger...
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by Randy ThomsOntario Premier Doug Ford says his government will look at the future role of school board trustees. Some boards in southern Ontario are already under the eye of a Ministry-appointed supervisor. Ford says the expenses of trustees are an area of concern. He says Education Minister Paul Calandra...
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by Tim DavidsonLots of change at the Kenora Catholic District School Board. Teachers head back to school today and students return to class tomorrow. Jamey Robertson is the Director of Education and says it’s a new year and a new role for him. “It’s a new perspective and a new role for me in terms of...
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by Brad PerryThe race to find the next leader of the federal NDP is officially underway. Party officials said there has been “strong interest” since application packages for prospective candidates were made available on Aug. 20. “This leadership race is an exciting opportunity for our members and for people...
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by Evan TaylorThe Atlantic Chamber of Commerce says urgent action is needed to deal with worker shortages in the region, particularly in healthcare. In a letter to Immigration Minister Lena Metlege Diab, the chamber — joined by 47 local boards of trade and chambers across the region — warned that Atlantic...
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