Riverside Health Care has named A.J. Tucker of Fort Frances the winner of its May 50/50 jackpot, bringing it to within $60,000 of its $1.6-million goal to raise funds to expand diagnostic care in the region. “In less than a year, the level of support we’ve seen has been truly […]
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By Times Staff
A local hotel is getting in on bass fishing action this year with a major sponsorship. The Mitaanjigamiing First Nation owned Studio 6 Extended Stay Hotel in Fort Frances announced yesterday that it will be sponsoring this year’s Fort Frances Canadian Bass Championship (FFCBC) with $5,000. The Fort Frances Bass […]
Times Staff
With summer quickly on the approach, Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) reminds people in the area of tick activity during the warmer months, and the precautions needed in reducing the chance of contracting any tick-borne illnesses. Ticks are a parasitic arachnid that typically range from around three to five millimetres in […]
By Carrie Ivardi
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
NWOnewswatch.com
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
NWOnewswatch.com
THUNDER BAY — To be incarcerated where you are forced to face the consequences of your behaviour while undergoing the effects of opioid withdrawal would definitely make a person more fragile, said an expert in addiction medicine. This statement was heard on day three of the inquest into the death […]
By Clint Fleury
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
TBnewswatch.com
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
TBnewswatch.com
THUNDER BAY – Economic professor at Lakehead University, Livio Di Matteo, says there is no need to fear a recession. “That could become a self-fulfilling prophecy if people start to believe they’re in a recession or think they are in one. At this point in time, people should conduct their […]
By Sandi Krasowski
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Chronicle-Journal
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Chronicle-Journal
Intercity Shopping Centre has been sold, and it is now in the hands of Montreal-based Leyad, a privately owned real estate investment and development firm with its key focus on retail, multi-residential, industrial properties and hotel properties across Canada. Leyad will also become Intercity’s property manager, taking over the reins […]
By Meg Deak
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Woolwich Observer
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Woolwich Observer
While there is no doubt that pesticides severely impact the health of honey bees, the number-one threat to these creatures is actually a tiny parasite known as Varroa destructor. These mites are just as deadly as their name suggests and are the leading cause of death for overwintering colonies in […]
By Meg Deak
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Woolwich Observer
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Woolwich Observer
Asparagus is the first local crop that makes it onto spring menus, signalling the start of Ontario’s local food season. Asparagus has a narrow seasonal window lasting about six to eights weeks, from early May to late June. This year, it’s been a rocky start to the season for producers. […]
By Clint Fleury
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
TBnewswatch.com
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
TBnewswatch.com
THUNDER BAY – Matthew and Sue Wilson spent the last 17 years looking after a portion of Junot Park, which the city is proposing to sell to the Thunder Bay Muslim Association. The Wilsons were among the 234 people who showed up at the 55 Plus Centre on Thursday evening […]
By Paige Seburn
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Lake Report
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Lake Report
Brian Crow does not describe his wife’s move into long-term care as a joyful occassion. Marilyn has dementia. Her health is still declining. Some days, he said, she can remember an old song or a sentence from the past. Other days, she may not know him. But when a room […]
By Clint Fleury
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
TBnewswatch.com
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
TBnewswatch.com
THUNDER BAY – After Marc Larocque’s mother died eight years ago, a maple tree was planted in her memory at Multiple Sclerosis Society Park. Larocque, who has multiple sclerosis (MS), said the tree was planted as a memorial because his mom loved the park. “I don’t want my mom’s tree […]
