The Canadian Press The latest numbers of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Canada as of 4:00 a.m. on Aug. 17, 2020: There are 122,087 confirmed cases in Canada. – Quebec: 61,151 confirmed (including 5,720 deaths, 53,847 resolved) – Ontario: 40,646 confirmed (including 2,789 deaths, 36,953 resolved) – Alberta: 12,053 confirmed (including […]
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The Canadian Press The CFL has cancelled its 2020 season because of the COVID-19 pandemic. It marks the first year the Grey Cup won’t be presented since 1919. The league announced the move Monday, dashing hopes of a shortened season in the hub city of Winnipeg. The move comes after […]
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KENORA–RAINY RIVER—Today, MPP Greg Rickford announced the Ontario Government’s investment, in partnership with the federal government, to deliver urgently needed emergency assistance to the municipalities in Kenora-Rainy River. Communities will receive funding to address municipal operating pressures related to the COVID-19 pandemic as part of the first round of emergency […]
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The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry is advising the public that due to extreme forest fire activity in the Red Lake area from RED049, an Implementation Order is in effect until further notice that requires the evacuation of non-essential personnel in the affected area and restricts access and use […]
There is currently a severe thunderstorm watch for the Rainy River District. Strong wind gusts can toss loose objects, damage weak buildings, break branches off trees and overturn large vehicles. Tonight will be cloudy with a chance of showers and the risk of a thunderstorm with a low of 20 […]
The Associated Press LOS ANGELES – Dolly Parton, Cate Blanchett and Justin Bieber are part of the virtual edition of the Paley Center’s annual festival celebrating TV programs and their makers. PaleyFest LA, responding to pandemic restrictions, taped socially distanced discussions with stars and producers that began streaming free this […]
The Associated Press NEW YORK – There is still plenty of life in Stephenie Meyer’s “Twilight Saga.” Meyer is planning at least two more books in her mega-selling vampire series, she said during a recent promotional event. Meanwhile, the author’s long-awaited “Midnight Sun” sold more than 1 million copies in […]
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Riverside Foundation for Health Care is excited to announce that the winner of the inaugural Electronic 50/50 Raffle Early Bird prize is Monica Sus. The draw was made in the Foundation Office on August 7, 2020. Monica won an all-inclusive fishing trip to Manitou Weather Station Fishing Lodge. This trip […]
The Canadian Press TORONTO – The CBC has announced what it calls a “smart, timely and relevant” mix of podcasts for the fall, starting with a new season of “Seat at the Table,” focusing on the Black Lives Matter movement. The special six-episode limited run of the weekly show begins […]
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A forest fire burning in the Northwest region is causing air quality concerns for nearby residents, prompting a second evacuation. Smoke from Nipigon 45, located approximately 38 kilometres west/southwest of Eabametoong First Nation (Fort Hope), is causing air quality concerns for the remote community, situated on the Albany River. As […]
MNRF photos Heavy smoke and flames have engulfed the region around Red Lake. The town is on an evacuation order, as a 750 hectare forest fire blazes nearby. Police are urging residents to refrain from going back, until the region is declared safe. – MNRF photos
