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Forest fire smoke impacting air quality across northwestern Ontario
Posted 23 July 2025

Forest fire smoke impacting air quality across northwestern Ontario

Smoke from forest fires is impacting air quality in northwestern Ontario. Environment Canada has put air quality warnings in place for Dryden, Fort Frances, Kenora, and the area north of Kenora. Meanwhile, special air quality statements are in place for Sioux Lookout, Atikokan, and many First...

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Permit for MAGA musician pulled by Parks Canada after community uproar
Posted 23 July 2025

Permit for MAGA musician pulled by Parks Canada after community uproar

An American musician who is rising to fame under the MAGA movement will no longer be performing at a national historic site in Nova Scotia, Wednesday. According to a statement from Parks Canada, Christian rocker Sean Feucht will not be taking the stage at York Redoubt in Halifax due to safety...

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Wedgeport Legion to honour Korean War veterans
Posted 23 July 2025

Wedgeport Legion to honour Korean War veterans

Korean war soldiers will be honoured in Wedgeport. The Legion is hosting a ceremony on Saturday at 11 a.m. to mark the 72nd anniversary of the end of the war. Over 500 Canadians died in action. Andre Boudreau with the legion says it’s often called the forgotten war. “These guys were forgotten...

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North Head wharf project in question following site cleanup
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Posted 23 July 2025

North Head wharf project in question following site cleanup

A pile of rubble in North Head has been removed after several years of delays on the project to dredge the area and improve the fishermen’s wharf. The contract was awarded to Greenfield Construction in 2021 for $15.8-million, which was slated to be completed in January 2023. For years, the...

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Four Nova Scotia wines win award of excellence from Lieutenant-Governor
Posted 23 July 2025

Four Nova Scotia wines win award of excellence from Lieutenant-Governor

Four Nova Scotia wines were award the Lieutenant-Governor’s award for excellence this year. Lieutenant-Governor Mike Savage gave out the award in partnership with Wine Growers Nova Scotia and Taste of Nova Scotia, according to a news release. He says the wines have the highest standards of...

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MacKay bridge speed limit going up after weekend closure
Posted 23 July 2025

MacKay bridge speed limit going up after weekend closure

You’ll soon be able to drive faster on the MacKay bridge. It will close from 7 p.m. on Friday until 5:30 a.m. Monday morning. Bridge spokesperson Steven Proctor says it is to finish configuring the road after the toll booths were removed. Workers will also remove cable inspection stations, and...

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Harmony Bazaar returns to Lockeport for 20th anniversary
Posted 23 July 2025

Harmony Bazaar returns to Lockeport for 20th anniversary

Some big names are headlining a festival in Lockeport. JUNO Award nominee Ria Mae, Irish Mythen, Loviet and more are part of the Harmony Bazaar Festival of Women and Song. The event is celebrating 20 years, it runs from Friday to Sunday at the Lighthouse Stage on Hall Street. Irish Mythen will...

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No new fires Tuesday in Northwest Ontario
Posted 23 July 2025

No new fires Tuesday in Northwest Ontario

No new fires were reported Tuesday evening in Northwest Ontario. There are 46 active fires in total, with 8 out of control and 10 under control. The fire hazard risk ranges from low to high across the region, with low risks around the Red Lake fire and along the Minnesota border. The rest of the...

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N.B. Museum aims to raise $35M for revitalization project
Posted 23 July 2025

N.B. Museum aims to raise $35M for revitalization project

The New Brunswick Museum is looking to raise $35 million for its massive revitalization project. Officials with the provincial museum introduced their capital campaign chair and leadership on Tuesday. Jim Irving, the co-CEO of J.D. Irving, Limited, will lead the fundraising campaign over the...

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Boy who died after falling over cliff in New Waterford remembered for ‘joyful spirit’
Posted 22 July 2025

Boy who died after falling over cliff in New Waterford remembered for ‘joyful spirit’

The little boy who tragically passed away after falling over a cliff in New Waterford is being remembered for his joyful spirit and bright smile. According to the obituary for the six-year-old, this unexpected tragedy has left the family in profound grief. “It is with shattered hearts and...

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