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The Associated PressJennifer Peltz NEW YORK — After three bleak months, New York, the corner of the U.S. hit hardest by the coronavirus, gradually began reopening Monday in what was seen as a landmark moment in the crisis and a test of the city’s discipline. With the virus in check […]
The Canadian Press TORONTO — Ontario is getting ready for patio season by removing some regulations and restrictions on bars and restaurants. Measures announced today will let licensed establishments set up a new patio or expand an existing patio without the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario requiring an application […]
The Canadian Press Canada’s public safety minister says the government will be paying close attention to the independent inquiry into allegations of racism and police brutality brought forward by a First Nations chief, while another minister called the chief’s account “deeply troubling.” Public Safety Minister Bill Blair, who is a […]
The Canadian PressColin Perkel TORONTO—A court ruling allowing people accused of sexual assault or other violent crimes to argue they were so intoxicated they didn’t know what they were doing has angered women’s-rights activists but civil libertarians call the criticism unwarranted. A decades-old law had banned such a defence but […]
Staff
The Town of Fort Frances is working with HTFC Planning and Design to develop a Land Use and Economic Development Feasibility Study for the Shevlin Woodyard and Gateway to Market Square. As part of the public and stakeholder engagement process HTFC has developed another survey to gather input and feedback […]
Staff
It looks like summer programs in Fort Frances will become the latest casualty of COVID-19.At tonight’s council meeting, Fort Frances town council will receive a report recommending that summer programs, usually offered through the Memorial Sports Centre, be cancelled this year.According to the town’s manager of Recreation and Culture Aaron […]
Press Release
The Thunder Bay District Health Unit (TBDHU) is investigating a case of COVID-19 that was reported this weekend. The individual is employed at Pioneer Ridge Long-Term Care home in Thunder Bay. Pioneer Ridge recently tested all staff for COVID-19 as part of the enhanced surveillance initiative currently being implemented in […]
The Associated PressCurt Anderson ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Former Cincinnati Bengals standout Ken Riley, who was later a head coach and athletic director at his alma mater Florida A&M, died Sunday, the university announced. He was 72. Riley played 15 seasons for the Bengals as a defensive back, with 65 […]
The Associated PressDave Campbell The roar of the crowd has been such a staple of major sports, such an advantage for the home team, that NFL clubs have been accused at times of artificial amplification. The Atlanta Falcons even admitted to the mischief, leading to a 2015 punishment from the […]
Merna Emara
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
There are three new COVID-19 cases in Kenora. Two of the confirmed cases were found in the Kenora jail. The third case was in Whitedog First Nation, which is north of Kenora. Both cases found in prison were asymptomatic, meaning they show no signs of illness but can still pass […]
Press Release
Restrictions Being Eased in Communities Where It Is Safe to Do So TORONTO — Today, the Ontario government announced that it is getting more people back to work and more recreational activities open by moving forward with a regional approach to Stage 2 of reopening the province. In consultation with […]
