‘Regional’ Information
Written by Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources on 13 April 2017
A Neebing man has been fined a total of $1,500 for hunting at night. Claude Chabot pleaded guilty and was fined $1,000 for hunting at night and $500 for unlawfully possessing firearms at night. He also received a two-year hunting suspension. Court heard that on November 12, 2016, conservation [Read more]
Written by Superior East OPP on 13 April 2017
No Injuries Chapleau, ON – On April 12, 2017 at approximately 8:20 pm Superior East (Chapleau) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to an emergency landing of a small Ultra-light plane on Highway 129, twenty seven kilometers south of the town of Chapleau. There was no [Read more]
Written by Tyler Davis on 11 April 2017
With April now in full swing, it’s time to take a sneak peek at May and some of the key new movies that our set to hit our shelves throughout the month. It is a jam packed month, so movie lovers will have to find time during the NHL playoffs to check out such titles [Read more]
Written by Press Release on 10 April 2017
Version française ci-dessou SUDBURY, ON – Manitou Gold Inc. (TSX-V: MTU) (the “Company” or “Manitou”) today announced the appointment of Mr. Pat Dubreuil to the position of President of the Company. Mr. Dubreuil, MBA, is an entrepreneur with expertise in the natural resources sector [Read more]
Written by Ontario Newsroom on 07 April 2017
UPDATE: Ontario Community Environment Fund (OCEF) Watersheds Canada has been awarded an OCEF grant of over $960 from funds collected from environmental penalties. The organization will use the funds to improve two existing walleye spawning beds on Twin Sisters Lake by first making an assessment of [Read more]
Written by Liberal Media on 07 April 2017
MP Serré supports M-105, a motion calling on the federal government to play a leadership role supporting ALS research, and to find a cure for ALS at the earliest opportunity NICKEL BELT, ON – Later today in the House of Commons, Marc Serré, Member of Parliament for Nickel Belt, will be voting [Read more]
Written by Tyler Davis on 03 April 2017
When it comes to movie franchises, none have enjoyed the longevity, popularity and profitability of the Star Wars saga. It was without surprise that fans of all ages rejoiced when it was announced that Disney and Lucasfilms would be re-launching the beloved franchise. In 2015, “Star Wars the [Read more]
Written by Press Release on 03 April 2017
Submitted by Trevor Holliday, Northern Ontario Party Leader The Northern Ontario party continues to support and applaud the efforts of all labour unions who fight to make Northern Ontario a better place to live and raise a family. Recently, Trevor Holliday the NOP party leader was able to visit [Read more]
Written by Greenstone OPP on 03 April 2017
GREENSTONE, ON – Greenstone Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are currently investigating the theft of a 12 gauge shotgun from a Geraldton, Ontario home. On Friday, March 30, 2017, Greenstone OPP were contacted by the home owner who reported that he had returned home in the afternoon to find [Read more]
Written by ManitouwadgeMarathon OPP on 29 March 2017
The Ontario Provincial Police is ALWAYS HIRING. In fact, the OPP is once again opening the doors to the public on an unprecedented scale showcasing what policing in Northwestern Ontario is all about. Through the use of social media, the OPP is also hoping to provide another avenue for everyone, [Read more]
Written by Tyler Davis on 28 March 2017
Every year, on the third Monday of April, thousands of runners along with hundreds of thousands of spectators congregate in Boston, Massachusetts for the annual running of the Boston Marathon. The event started way back in 1897 and has grown in notoriety and popularity over the years. In 2013, the [Read more]
Written by Ontario Newsroom on 26 March 2017
THUNDER BAY, ON — The Ministry of Transportation wishes to advise that motorists can expect short-term traffic delays due to ongoing construction at the Nipigon River Bridge on Highway 11/17 on Monday, March 27 and Tuesday, March 28 between 9am and 8pm. We apologize for the inconvenience and [Read more]
Written by Thunder Bay District Health Unit on 23 March 2017
THUNDER BAY, ON – Kakabeka Crystal has resumed its production and distribution of bottled water. Internal procedures have been upgraded and samples have confirmed safe drinking water. The Thunder Bay District Health Unit is satisfied that adherence to the new procedures will result in [Read more]
Written by ManitouwadgeMarathon OPP on 22 March 2017
MARATHON, ON – On March 18, 2017 at approximately 8:00am, Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a theft of gas which had occurred in White River, ON. The suspect truck involved, a black Dodge Ram, was reported to be travelling westbound towards Marathon. OPP officers [Read more]
Written by Nipigon Detachment OPP on 21 March 2017
NIPIGON, ON – On Saturday March 18, 2017 at approximately 8:25 a.m. members of the Nipigon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a call of a single vehicle collision east of Nipigon at Highway 17, McAllister Township. Officers attended the scene and located a [Read more]