(FORT FRANCES, ON) – Members of the Fort Frances Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged three individuals with offences under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA). On Saturday, August 23, 2025, just before 4:00 a.m., Fort Frances OPP conducted a traffic stop on Second St. East in Fort […]
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By Sandi Krasowski
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Chronicle-Journal
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Chronicle-Journal
A new initiative is underway aimed at fostering meaningful collaboration between local businesses, service providers, and individuals experiencing street involvement in Thunder Bay’s north-side downtown. The Shared Streets Initiative is led by Elevate NWO in collaboration with businesses in the Waterfront Business Improvement Area. Sarah DiBiagio, an outreach and engagement […]
By Carl Clutchey
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Chronicle-Journal
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Chronicle-Journal
Additions to an ever-expanding recreational trail network in and around Thunder Bay are expected to be completed by the end of this year, says the organization overseeing the project. The Northwestern Ontario Recreation Trail Association said last week it expects “in the coming months” to have the necessary permits to […]
By Carl Clutchey
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Chronicle-Journal
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Chronicle-Journal
Wild plant lovers who happen to live on Lake Superior or along one of its major tributaries have until Friday to apply to participate in a shoreline protection program. The Lakehead Region Conservation Authority (LRCA) is offering the program, now in its fifth year, to up to 10 selected applicants. […]
By Jacksen Friske
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Cabin Radio
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Cabin Radio
This week, the Northwest Territories’ chief public health officer warned that wildfires are causing “very high-risk” drops in air quality for some residents. The smoke is disrupting routines and raising questions about the effects on human health. Mike Lee is the Yellowknife Multisport Club’s president. The club arranges outdoor events […]
By Mike Stimpson
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Thunder Bay Source
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Thunder Bay Source
MARATHON — School buses in this lakeshore town will make fewer stops this year, and that has parents worried for their children’s safety. “I just don’t see this going well,” Pat Tanasichuck, who has a son in Grade 4 at Holy Saviour School, said Wednesday. Tanasichuck said his family was […]
By Laura Balanko-Dickson
STaff writer
lbalankodckson@tmaot
STaff writer
lbalankodckson@tmaot
From advocating for a HART hub for Fort Frances to the high costs and risks associated with the number of rail cars passing through Fort Frances, and more, Mayor Andrew Hallikas shared details about the AMO conference in Ottawa with the Fort Frances Times. Overall, Hallikas said he is satisfied […]
By Laura Balanko-Dickson
Staff writer
lbalankodickson@fortfrances.com
Staff writer
lbalankodickson@fortfrances.com
Mayor Andrew Hallikas was busy from dawn till dusk at the AMO conference. Below, Hallikas described to the Fort Frances Times how two allegations went over with the Ministry of Tourism Culture and Gaming, as well as the Solicitor General. From library funding, to policing, fire departments and monitoring of […]
By Ken Kellar
Editor
kkellar@fortfrances.com
Editor
kkellar@fortfrances.com
Group circulating petition to bring the matter back before council A local sports group is fighting to keep what it sees as its home following a decision made in the Fort Frances council chambers. The Borderland Skating Club, a long-running figure skating group operating in Fort Frances, has been sounding […]
By Laura Balanko-Dickson
Staff writer
lbalankodickson@fortfrances.com
Staff writer
lbalankodickson@fortfrances.com
‘We try to do a little better each year’ Lampi Happy to do her part in helping kids and young families in need, Kathy Lampi and her team try to offset the high costs associated with the back-to-school season through Backpacks for Kids. Now headquartered in the Fort Frances Family […]
From the Northwestern Health Unit
Press release
Press release
The Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) is sharing information on student health data that was collected in partnership with local secondary schools across the region during the 2024/25 school year. Among eight participating schools, 57% of students completed the survey. The COMPASS study measures health behaviors such as cannabis use, mental […]
From the Government of Ontario
Press release
Press release
Federal and provincial investment will protect Ontario’s farmers in the face of U.S. tariffs and policies TORONTO – The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing up to $14.6 million through the Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP) to help farmers make improvements to their farmland. As part of the government’s […]
