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A pair of candidates from Thunder Bay are currently vying for the NDP nomination for the Thunder Bay-Rainy River riding in the upcoming federal election. Labour activist Yuk Sem Won and union president for the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service Jason Storkson are looking to take back the seat in Northwestern […]

A stroke can be one of the most frightening experiences in a lifetime. The condition can be sudden and fatal, and even if a patient survives there can be severe neurological damage, as the brain suffers from an impact to blood supply during a stroke. For those in Fort Frances […]

On Friday, May 10, the public is invited to Weechi-it-te-win Family Services’ “Children’s Wellness BBQ.” There will be a free lunch of hamburgers, hot dogs, beverages and cake located at 601 Victoria Ave. from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.. There will be educational and prevention information on site. Please stop […]

While clean drinking water is a basic human right, many developing countries as well as certain part of Canada lack access to it. To raise awareness about the lack of clean drinking water on many First Nations reserves and in developing countries around the world, Fort High is hosting their […]

Businesses, organizations, and charitable groups from Northwestern Ontario had a chance to network and educate people on what they do at the Fort Frances Chamber of Commerce’s Business and Community Expo on Friday and Saturday. More than 500 people came through the curling rink’s doors over the two days to […]

It wasn’t exactly business as usual at the Seven Generations salon on Friday. “It’s rare to see it so busy in here,” Don Eldridge said. Eldridge is the post-secondary co-ordinator at Seven Generations Education Institute. He was at the salon building, located at 540 King’s Highway, because of a special […]

The Fort Frances Museum and Cultural Centre opened its newest temporary exhibit on Wednesday. The photo exhibit, “Taking Back our Natural World” showcases pieces that highlight the driving forces of climate change, as well as the impact those forces have had on the planet so far. “Although we started talking […]

Indigenous women go missing and are murdered at a disproportionately higher rate than those who are non-indigenous. To respect the indigenous women who have been affected, a Day of Remembrance and Honour for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, also known as “Red Dress Day,” is being held on Sunday, May […]

Riverside Health Care in conjunction with the Northwestern Health Unit has declared a gastroenteritis outbreak at Rainycrest Long Term Care Home. All admissions, transfers, discharges and social activities have been cancelled until further notice.Visitors are restricted to family members and caregivers only. The health unit is urging people to stay […]

If Fido and Spot are getting restless this week, there’s a “paw-some” opportunity coming up to get them out and active while at the same time helping someone in need. The Pet Valu Walk for Dog Guides, held in support of the Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guide program, is […]