Author Archives: Tim Davidson

Just one team from northwestern Ontario still standing in the AAA division playoffs of the Winnipeg High School Football League. The Dryden Eagles went down to defeat yesterday in the semifinals to th...

The Northwestern Health Unit is concerned with the amount of preventable disease caused by alcohol. To that end, the Health Unit has developed a dashboard for alcohol-related trends. Medical officer o...

The federal dental care program has hit a major milestone. One million people have now received treatment. Health Minister Mark Holland says that represents big savings. "On average, it saves somebody...

Like a lot of communities in northwestern Ontario, the City of Dryden is looking at a fairly sizable increase in its OPP costs in 2025. Chief Administrative Officer Roger Nesbitt says they are looking...

A 17 year old youth has been charged with aggravated assault following a stabbing on the Keewaywin First Nation. The incident took place early Monday morning when the suspect and a 19-year-old were ha...

If debate on the Sewer and Water budget is any indication, it could be a long budget process this year. Council has deferred on making any decision on a sewer and water rate increase in 2025. It could...

We should have a better on Wednesday on how the province is doing financially. The Fall Economic Statement will be delivered tomorrow afternoon. Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy says he'll present ...

The Portage Bay Bridge is being closed until further notice This after an assessment found the bridge no longer safe for vehicle or pedestrian access. The city suggests this closure is expected to be ...

Dryden city council isn't prepared yet to ban de-icers or bubblers. A by-law was presented to council Monday night. Councillor Ritch Noel feels it's important to get a legal opinion on the by-law firs...

The All Nations Health Partnership is putting more resources into attracting health care professionals to Kenora. Dr. Jilly Retson is co-chair of the Health Care Recruitment Committee and says they hi...