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Officials in Red Lake unable to determine an end to boil water advisory
The Red Lake municipality says to continue boiling tap water if you live in the area. An advisory wa...
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Links to Forest Fires in the area
As summer is getting into its full peak, here are the links to forest fire maps in Ontario and Manit...
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Ways To Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day
June 21st is National Indigenous Peoples Day! Here are a few ways you can celebrate... Pick a film t...
Jun 21, 2024
IRS Survivors Gathering On June 26th & 27th On Couchiching First Nation
This may be an important and helpful event for you or someone in your life. Please see the poster fo...
Jun 18, 2024
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The country's annual inflation rate ticked up in May, according to Statistics Canada. The Consumer P...
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Conservatives topple Liberals in T.O. byelection after more than 2 decades
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Mobile crisis response team launching in Dryden
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OPP/Nishawbe Aski Police Service gain new officers
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Varying forest fire hazard levels for northwestern Ontario
It's probably best to leave your next outdoor fire for later. The wildland fire hazard ranges from l...
Jun 24, 2024
13 to be inducted in Kenora's Sports Hall of Fame
A big class to be inducted in the Kenora Sports Hall of Fame this year. A total of 12 people and one...
Jun 24, 2024
Toronto byelection seen as Trudeau government referendum
It is being seen by some as a referendum on the Trudeau government. A federal byelection is taking p...
Jun 24, 2024
Dryden OPP make ATV arrests
Two people have been arrested following an investigation by the Dryden OPP's ATV patrol. Officers st...
Jun 24, 2024
Conservation officers crack down on illegal moose hunting
A yearlong investigation into illegal moose hunting in northwestern Ontario has resulted in $56,500 ...
Jun 24, 2024
Canada Post unveils stamp in Thunder Bay to recognize Indigenous leader
A new stamp is unveiled in Thunder Bay to honour Josephine Mandamin. For the third consecutive year,...
Jun 23, 2024
Dryden council set to address controversial Facebook posts
The City of Dryden will bring forward two motions at their meeting on Monday to begin addressing con...
Jun 23, 2024
Murder charge on Wabaseemoong
A 33 year old man has been charged with 2nd degree murder in connection to a death on the Wabaseemoo...
Jun 23, 2024
Boil water order in place for some Red Lake communities
Some residents in the Red Lake area will need to boil their water. The order is in place if you live...
Jun 22, 2024
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Edmonton Oilers just one win from Stanley Cup
History could be made on Monday night. The Edmonton Oilers are heading back to Florida to take the i...
Jun 22, 2024
Ontario expected to meet power demands this summer
The agency that watches over Ontario's electricity needs says the province has an adequate supply th...
Jun 21, 2024
Lead identified in some schools in northwestern Ontario
A report from the University of Toronto raises concern about lead in some schools and daycares acros...
Jun 21, 2024
UPDATE: James K. Irving passes away
A well-known Canadian businessman has passed away. James K. (J.K.) Irving was the chairman of J.D. I...
Jun 21, 2024
Premier seeks 100% tariff on Chinese EVs
Ontario's Premier wants some protection for a province's electric vehicle industry. In a statement p...
Jun 21, 2024
Man facing charges after gun found at Thunder Bay airport
A 32-year-old is facing charges after police say he was carrying a loaded handgun inside the Thunder...
Jun 21, 2024
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Kenora Pride plans an eventful weekend
A big weekend for Kenora Pride. A parade will be taking place Saturday followed by a community barbe...
Jun 21, 2024
Public Information Center on next phase of highway twinning
The second phase of twinning Highway 17 west will be undergoing more scrutiny next month. The Minist...
Jun 21, 2024
Several pow wows for National Indigenous People's Day
Several pow wows in the area to help celebrate National Indigenous People's Day in both Sioux Lookou...
Jun 21, 2024
More funding to deal with invasive species
More financial support programs that combat invasive species in Ontario. The provincial government w...
Jun 20, 2024
Eligibility extended to seniors' health programs
More seniors will be able to apply for the Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program and the Seniors Co-Pa...
Jun 20, 2024
Liberals naming election candidates early
The provincial Liberal party has begun nominating candidates for the next provincial election. Long-...
Jun 20, 2024
Feds say new school lunch program will save families $800 a year
A National School Food Program will make life better for Canadian families, according to the federal...
Jun 20, 2024
Actor Donald Sutherland dies at age 88
Canadian actor Donald Sutherland has died at the age of 88 after a lengthy illness. His son, Kiefer ...
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$20,000 of illegal drugs taken off the streets of Sandy Lake First Nation
The Nishnawbe Aski Police Service has prevented roughly $20,000 of illegal drugs from being distribu...
Jun 20, 2024
Lakehead University expanding education opportunities
Lakehead University has received some funding to develop more diploma-to-degree pathways while impro...
Jun 20, 2024
Lots of rain means water levels continue to go up
Two more increases in outflow have been approved at the Norman Dam. That because the Lake of the Woo...
Jun 20, 2024
Update: Dryden councillor offers condolences to Eagle Lake over social post
A Dryden councillor at the heart of controversy over Facebook posts is offering condolences to the E...
Jun 20, 2024
National Indigenous People's Day celebrations at Anicinabe Park this year
This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Anicinabe Park occupation. To help mark the occasion, Na...
Jun 20, 2024
KCDSB projects a surplus for 2024/25
The Kenora Catholic District School Board is projecting a small surplus in the next school year. Sup...
Jun 20, 2024
Results of Community Safety survey released
Some good news and bad news coming out of a Community Safety and Well-being survey. The results were...
Jun 20, 2024
WestJet and maintenance union return to bargaining table
Talks are resuming between WestJet and its maintenance workers. The two sides have agreed to come ba...
Jun 20, 2024
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Canada lists Iran's IRGC as a terrorist organization
Canada has listed Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as a terrorist organization. Public Safet...
Jun 19, 2024
Beauty Bay Golf Course, Senior Men's League, June 18, 2024
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WestJet cancels flights in advance of possible maintenance staff strike
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Jun 19, 2024
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Kenora Fire Department adds to its service area
Kenora Fire and Emergency Services has signed a couple of agreements for fire service. One is for Be...
Jun 19, 2024
LCBO workers vote to strike as of July 5th
The Ontario Public Service Union says it will be in a legal strike position as of July 5th at Liquor...
Jun 19, 2024
Tbaytel's For Good program rewards 5 groups
Five groups across northwestern Ontario are sharing $30,000 from Tbaytel's For Good program. The Dry...
Jun 19, 2024
Ginoogaming First Nation participates in partnership announcement under duress
Ginoogaming First Nation says its participation in Premier Ford's partnership and investment announc...
Jun 18, 2024
Greenstone area First Nations partnering with the province
Premier Doug Ford is bringing new money to four First Nations in northwestern Ontario. The province ...
Jun 18, 2024
Power out west of Emo
The west end of the Rainy River District is without power. Hydro One says the area between Emo, Rain...
Jun 18, 2024
Lawrance and Sachowski recognized by alPHa
Two members of the Northwestern Health Unit's board have received provincial recognition. Doug Lawra...
Jun 18, 2024
Horely looking at city's communications structure
One of Kenora's newest employees is hitting the ground running. Mya Horley has been hired as the cit...
Jun 18, 2024
KPDSB deals with retirements
The Keewatin-Patricia District School Board will have quite a few holes to fill in the next school y...
Jun 18, 2024
More rain means water levels keep increasing
The Lake of the Woods Control Board is authorizing another increase in outflow from the Norman Dam. ...
Jun 18, 2024
Delays expected on Lakeview Drive this evening
The rehabilitation of Lakeview drive from the Hospital Bridge to the round-about is almost complete....
Jun 18, 2024
Police search for missing woman
The Treaty Three Police Service is seeking the public's assistance in locating a missing woman. Dina...
Jun 18, 2024
Annual pace of housing starts jumps 10% in May
Canada's annual pace of housing starts jumped by 10 per cent in May. The seasonally adjusted annual ...
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New plan for Northwest Ontario will improve economic development
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Jun 17, 2024
TSB investigating the cause of a float plane crash in Red Lake
The Transportation Saftey Board says it's sending two investigators to Red Lake to look into the cra...
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Grand Council Treaty #3 declares nation-wide state of emergency
A mental health and addictions state of emergency has been declared across the Treaty #3 territory. ...
Jun 17, 2024
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Drug bust in Sioux Lookout
The Sioux Lookout OPP have arrested two people on drug charges following an investigation. Last Wedn...
Jun 17, 2024
Frosted Foods building being demolished
A piece of Kenora's history is going under the wrecking ball. The building formerly owned by Consume...
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Float plane crash in Red Lake sends 5 to hospital
A float plane accident in Red Lake has sent five people to hospital. The plane crash shortly before ...
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