The Canadian Mental Health Association, Fort Frances Branch, in partnership with the Northwestern Health Unit, is hosting a Holidays Together event. Each day from December 28-30 from 10 30 a.m. -3;30 p.m. and December 31 from noon to 4 p.m., gather at the CMHA office, 612 Portage Ave. For an […]
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From the OPP
Press release
Press release
(FORT FRANCES, ON) – A routine traffic stop for expired validation ended with criminal charges for an impaired driver. On December 15, 2024, at approximately 1:00 am, a member of the Fort Frances Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle that had […]
By Mike Stimpson
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Thunder Bay Source
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Thunder Bay Source
THUNDER BAY — People need to understand it’s far from a done deal that a nuclear waste site will be built in Northwestern Ontario, Dodie LeGassick said Wednesday. LeGassick, a We the Nuclear Free North member, made the remark after a petition against the deep geological repository, or DGR, was tabled in […]
Government of Ontario
Press release
Press release
The top baby names in Ontario in 2023 were Olivia and Noah. Olivia has clinched the number one spot as the top baby girl name in Ontario for 15 consecutive years. Charlotte also continued as a favourable choice and came in as the second-most popular name for girls. Noah took […]
By Carl Clutchey
Local Journalism Initiative reporter
The Chronicle-Journal
Local Journalism Initiative reporter
The Chronicle-Journal
Motorists making the journey between Thunder Bay and Nipigon should be able to enjoy mostly stress-free driving in just over a year’s time. According to the Ministry of Transportation (MTO), nearly 75 per cent of the 110-kilometre stretch of Highway 11-17 will consist of a four-lane roadway by the end […]
By Carl Clutchey
Local Journalism Initiative reporter
The Chronicle-Journal
Local Journalism Initiative reporter
The Chronicle-Journal
NDP MP Carol Hughes says she’ll continue highlighting what she and others regard as the downsides of reducing the number of Northern Ontario federal ridings by presenting an evolving petition in the House of Commons. “This is a tactical decision so we can raise this issue on a number of […]
By Mike Stimpson
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Thunder Bay Source
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Thunder Bay Source
MARTEN FALLS — A perennial boil-water advisory for Marten Falls First Nation has escalated to a state of emergency. An “operational failure” in the wastewater system has created “immediate and high risk to the health of community members who consume any water from the water system in Marten Falls,” a […]
From GenWell
Press release
Press release
Winter may bring snow and chilly days, but it doesn’t have to bring isolation. That’s the message GenWell – the Human Connection Movement – is looking to share this holiday season. As the temperatures drop, it’s more important than ever to keep the warmth of connection alive. Whether it’s reaching […]
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The team at the Chapple Emo and LaVallee Fire and Emergency Services gathered with their loved ones to reflect on the accomplishments and challenges of the year at their annual awards and appreciation banquet. Emo Station Chief James Klug presented awards throughout the evening, firefighters shared thoughts on the year, […]
Chase Councillor, Gavin Hill and Jakobe Kempf, above, were armed and ready for the annual Teddy Toss at the Muskie Boys hockey game last week. The tradition sees a flying flurry of stuffed toys collected for donation to holiday hampers through the UNFC and Salvation Army. Left, grandma and granddaughter […]
- Allan Bradbury photo
The Muskie Girls hockey team, above, stepped up to volunteer at the annual Weechi-it-te-win McTavish Winter Wonderland Trail of Lights, held Monday and Tuesday evening. The popular event typically draws 2,000 people, and collects a mountain of non-perishable food and donations for local food banks. The Lakers hockey team filled […]
- Robin McCormick photo
Owen MacDonald having a serious talk with Santa. I’m thinking he’s giving him his Christmas list! Santa Claus has been a prominent fixture across the district this Christmas season, with sightings at parades, breakfasts, craft fairs and this event, which was the LaVallee community potluck.
