Clelia II arrival brings Nipigon, Dorion and Red Rock area businesses together (Top of Lake Superior) The Clelia II is the first cruise ship in modern history to visit Nipigon Bay, and a boatload of fun celebrations are planned in Red Rock every day the ship is in port! The volunteer committee [Read more]
June 21, 2010 10:00 AM McGuinty Government Providing Tax Relief to Bolster the Manufacturing Sector Ontario’s manufacturers are expected to receive over $1 billion in tax relief annually as a result of the Tax Plan for Jobs and Growth. Beginning July 1, manufacturers will be eligible for [Read more]
2010 Canyon Country Challenge by Marvin Broughton DORION, ON – The 7th Annual Canyon Country Classic was held on Saturday, June 12 at the Dorion Community Centre in Dorion. About 100 participants turned out for the race and were greeted with ideal running weather as the day was cloudy and [Read more]
West Fire Region Situation Update Sunday June 20 2010 June 20, was a quiet day across the region. Fair skies and scattered showers were the norm today. Nipigon Fire 35 continues to receive full attack with seven crews committed and two helicopters. The fire is responding well to suppression [Read more]
Ending the year on a good note aby Karina Hunter MANITOUWADGE, ON – June 16th, MHS Junior Band members treated the community to live entertainment with their end of year concert. Teacher Pat Lalonde lead the group, in a number of modern musical numbers, band members clearly enjoying [Read more]
Continuing Point of Sale Exemption for Ontario’s First Nations Ontario will continue to provide a provincial exemption for First Nations under the Harmonized Sales Tax (HST). This exemption has been in place in Ontario for 30 years under the Retail Sales Tax (RST). Effective [Read more]
Le gouvernement McGuinty invite les Ontariennes et les Ontariens à s’imprégner de la culture autochtone Le 21 juin marque la Journée nationale des Autochtones. C’est une occasion unique de prendre part aux nombreuses activités culturelles autochtones qui se déroulent un peu partout [Read more]
June 18, 2010 10:12 AM McGuinty Government Creating Opportunities For At-Risk Youth This summer, more than 4,600 youth from 32 priority communities across the province are getting the chance to gain valuable job experience.The jobs are being offered through the Youth Opportunities Strategy, which [Read more]
Perry Lake Trail Walk by Karina Hunter MANITOUWADGE, ON – Sunday, June 14th, a group of nearly 40 adventurous nature enthusiasts headed out on the Perry Lake Trail in Manitouwadge, part of the community’s Turn Off the Screens Week the walk was sponsored by the Manitouwadge Conservation Club [Read more]
HUGHES APPLAUDS HST VICTORY FOR FIRST NATIONS OTTAWA – First Nations in Ontario will keep their point-of-sale exemption under the Harmonized Sales Tax, thanks to some last minute negotiations and political pressure, says Algoma-Manitoulin-Kapuskasing MP Carol Hughes. After being ignored by the [Read more]
FOOD/HEALTH INSPECTION SCAM (MARATHON, ON)– Marathon OPP are advising businesses in the area to be aware of an ongoing scam regarding the inspections of food services. A local Marathon business was contacted by phone regarding an inspection for their business by a Health/Food inspector. They [Read more]
FROM/DE: Marathon/Manitouwadge OPP Detachment DATE: June 18, 20 CHARGES LAID FOR WHITE LAKE PARK THEFTS (MARATHON, ON.) –Marathon OPP have laid several charges after an ongoing investigation into break, enter and thefts that occurred at the White Lake Provincial Park [Read more]
MANITOUWADGE, ON – 34 Students returned their tracking sheets to Thunder Bay District Health Unit (TBDHU) Public Health Nurse (PHN) and Turn Off the Screens Week (TOTS) Organizer Jackie Jung, for a chance to win some incredible prizes. Grand Prize winner of the $100.00+ sports pack – [Read more]
Teen Challenge Visits the Bethany Pentecostal Assembly by Pastor Gary Burt MANITOUWADGE, ON – Saturday June 5th and Sunday June 6th, Bethany Pentecostal Chapel was privileged to welcome four members of Teen Challenge North; a non-profit, interdenominational, faith-based program. The young [Read more]
THUNDER BAY: THE NEW HOLLYWOOD THIS SUMMER Feature Film 10‐57 Starts Filming In Thunder Bay NEXT WEEK; Cast & Crew From All Over Canada Descend On The City; Mayor Supports Local Filmmakers. Filmmakers and industry professionals descend on Thunder Bay this summer for the shooting of feature [Read more]
