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This report (CLICK to read) reflects the transformative achievements of the Integrated Health Service Plan 2013-2016, demonstrating the dedication of health service providers and other health system partners across the North West LHIN to advance the North West LHIN’s strategic direction. As the [Read more]

Goose Droppings Summer at the Drop In is usually a rather routine affair: the usual weekly occurrences of puzzles, cards, bridge and mah jongg. Disruptions are usually caused by vacations, visitors and berry picking excursions. The Drop In is still here and open from 1:00 to 5:00pm every weekday [Read more]

You might not have heard about the problems afflicting the Phoenix pay system that the federal government uses, but if you are one of the 80,000 people affected by them, you are all too aware that a lot is wrong.  Not getting paid, getting paid too much, having taxes deducted for the wrong [Read more]

Melissa McCarthy continues to be one of the most bankable actresses at the box office. Starting with her scene stealing supporting role in Bridesmaids, McCarthy has catapulted herself into the role of A-list actress. Her ability to get people laughing has kept her a very busy lady over these past [Read more]

NIPIGON, ON – Thunder Bay—Superior North MP Patty Hajdu, Minister of Status of Women, on behalf of the Hon. Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development, and Minister responsible for FedNor, today congratulated the Township of Nipigon on the grand opening of its [Read more]

OTTAWA, ON – 2012 Olympic gold medallist in trampoline, Rosie MacLennan was announced as Canada’s flag-bearer for the opening ceremony for the Rio Olympics.  The crowd gathered at Parliament Hill, cheered “Rosie-Rosie-Rosie” as she practised her flag waving skills with [Read more]

Though a lot of people associate the Civic Holiday with another day away from work, it’s come to be so much more than that. Celebrated the first Monday in August, the Civic Holiday is notorious for summer gatherings, picnics, and BBQ’s. And with right reason. This day is to recognize and [Read more]

Province Supporting Job Creation, Growing Regional Economy Ontario is supporting business development in the Northeast by helping local companies expand operations and increase revenues. With an investment of nearly $1 million through the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC), the [Read more]

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Thunder Bay region to receive $2 million in increased funding for home and community care   This investment will help clients and caregivers most in need, including $80 million for enhanced home care and $20 million for caregiver respite. Home care patients and those who care for them will [Read more]

Fundraising for New Cardiac Monitoring System Under Way MANITOUWADGE, ON – On Canada Day, the Manitouwadge Hospital Auxiliary drew the ticket for their annual 50/50 fundraiser. And the winner is… Well that is where things took a bit of a twist.  The winner is a mystery because of [Read more]

Superhero movies seem to be the big rage these days. While notable characters such as Spider-Man, Superman, Batman and Iron Man have been appearing on screen for many years, it wasn’t until more recently when large collaborations of superheroes began appearing together. The Avengers series tested [Read more]

MANITOUWADGE, ON – Saturday, July 16 Manitouwadge’s 2nd Annual ATV Jamboree saw off road enthusiasts gather to face the challenge of approximately 175km of off-road trail excitement.  The weather was ideal, sunny, warm and dry. Registered participants, event organizers and volunteers [Read more]

WAWA, ON – On Friday July 08, 2016 at approximately 2:00 am members of the Superior East White River Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a White River address regarding an assault. Investigation revealed that a male had entered the residence and once inside assaulted [Read more]

Province Creating Jobs, Building Up Critical Infrastructure in Small, Rural and Northern Communities Ontario is providing the Municipality of Greenstone with up to $990,000 to upgrade the wastewater system at Picnic Point Pumping Station through the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund– one of [Read more]