‘Northern Ontario Headlines’ Information
Written by Tyler Davis on 23 August 2016
It may be surprising for some to learn that Snow White was first published in 1812- as a German fairytale by the Brothers Grimm. Over the past decades, the tale has been told over and over again in a number of different variations. The story has also inspired a number of spin-offs including “Snow [Read more]
Written by Superior East OPP on 23 August 2016
WAWA, ON – The North East Region Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Crime Prevention and Investigation Unit, the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB), the OPP Forensic Identification Services (FIS), and the Office of the Chief Coroner and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service (OCC-OFPS), are [Read more]
Written by admin on 23 August 2016
From: Terry Irvine ‘s youtube channel The D10 steam locomotive, CPR 694 met her tragic demise in June 1910. Over 100 years later, the unfortunate locomotive was located between Coldwell and Marathon near the Mink Tunnel. This was our first effort to capture some video of the locomotive. [Read more]
Written by Ontario Newsroom on 22 August 2016
HIGHWAY 61–ROSSLYN ROAD OVERHEAD AND CPR OVERHEAD STRUCTURES THUNDER BAY, ON — The Ministry of Transportation wishes to advise that Highway 61 will be reduced to single lane traffic at Rosslyn Road Overhead and CPR Overhead structures, just north of Broadway Avenue in Thunder Bay, on August 22, [Read more]
Written by Workplace Safety North on 22 August 2016
Opening ceremonies kick off the 10th International Mines Rescue Competition 27 teams from 13 nations gather in Sudbury SUDBURY, ON – On Sunday evening, August 21, mine rescuers from around the globe were welcomed to Canada by the host of the International Mines Rescue Competition, [Read more]
Written by admin on 17 August 2016
MANITOUWADGE, ON – It’s that time again when Manitouwadge shoppers are treated to new, creative, innovative and delicious products from the young entrepreneurs participating in the Biz Kids program. The program offered by the Township of Manitouwadge and organized/hosted by Community [Read more]
Written by Tyler Davis on 16 August 2016
When Angry Birds was released as an app way back in 2009, it seemingly took the world by storm. By 2014, the game had over 2 billion downloads- a stunning number to say the least. It is therefore no shock that the mobile app inspired a series of spin-offs including video games and merchandise. To [Read more]
Written by admin on 12 August 2016
RED ROCK, ON – The Red Rock Public Library (RRPL) is among the approximately 2000 public libraries across Canada responsible for delivering the national, bilingual TD Summer Reading Club program, led by Toronto Public Library in partnership with Library and Archives Canada. As the name [Read more]
Written by Manitouwadge General Hospital on 10 August 2016
MANITOUWADGE, ON – August 7th, Premier Kathleen Wynne announced that Manitouwadge General Hospital has been selected as one of five sites in Ontario to integrate local health services under one structure serving the local residents. These changes will further align health services and [Read more]
Written by Sarah Clowes on 10 August 2016
RED ROCK, ON – The 34th Annual Paju Mountain Run was held on Saturday August 6, 2016. The weather was warm and the sun was bright. Over 70 participants took on the challenge and 30 volunteers supported the finish line and aid stations. Red Rock Public Works department set up the course and [Read more]
Written by Tyler Davis on 09 August 2016
The summer is certainly moving along at a brisk pace, but I think that we can all agree that we have been spoilt when it comes to the weather. The sun and warmth has seemingly been relentless- something that we have not experienced in quite some time. It is for those reasons that I am [Read more]
Written by Ontario Newsroom on 05 August 2016
Investment Will Help 5 Healthcare Facilities Continue to Provide High-Quality Care Ontario is providing $175 million in 2016–17 to hospitals across the province — an increase of $50 million over last year’s funding — to keep them in a state of good repair so patients can continue to receive [Read more]
Written by admin on 05 August 2016
If you and your family are looking for something to do this summer, you need look no further than our own Algoma-Manitoulin backyard. There is always something to see, some new adventure to enjoy and lots of festivals and activities happening. I have enjoyed attending local farmers’ markets, art [Read more]
Written by Schreiber Library on 05 August 2016
SCHREIBER, ON – The Schreiber Public Library held it’s Annual Bocce Ball Tournament during Schreiber Heritage Days. Organizers were very pleased with participation numbers and congratulate all who took part in this great event. Below are the results. Adult “A” Division 1st [Read more]
Written by admin on 03 August 2016
There are ten new releases this week at Crossover Video & Games’ shelves, trailers for each are below (Caution: some trailers may include mature content). From the Editor: the full Crossover Insider, with entertainment news, full movie synopsis/descriptions for each of the New Releases and [Read more]