The Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) is seeking assistance from resident Ontario black bear hunters to help determine the age structure of harvested bears in the province. MNR strongly encourages successful black bear hunters to submit the two premolar teeth from the harvested bear for analysis [Read more]
NORTHWESTERN ONTARIO – Public health inspectors sample beaches once a month in the district in July and August. High levels of E. coli (bacteria) in recreation water can cause health related problems in swimmers. If bacterial tests indicate that levels are unsafe for swimming or other [Read more]
NEYS PROVINCIAL PARK, ON – Visitors at Neys Provincial Park this weekend will be treated to a plethora of great activities including a Spirit Campfire (Friday evening), traditional games challenging participants to learn if they have ‘what it takes to be a Logger, Prisoner of War or [Read more]
Secrétariat des Jeux panaméricains et parapanaméricains de 2015 Ontario accueillera les Jeux parapanaméricains les plus importants de l’histoire Ontario célèbre le compte à rebours de deux ans avant la tenue des Jeux parapanaméricains de 2015. La province est fière d’accueillir les [Read more]
From: 2015 Pan/Parapan American Games Secretariat Ontario to Host Largest Ever Parapan Am Games Ontario is celebrating the two-year countdown to the 2015 Parapan American Games. The province is proud to be host to the largest ever Parapan Am Games, attracting 1,500 athletes from 28 countries to [Read more]
TERRACE BAY, ON – The 16th Annual Dragfest was held this past weekend (August 2-4th) and what a spectacular weekend it was! Ron Catanzaro was visiting from Thunder Bay, taking photographs to share with some of the drivers (if you are a driver seeking photos from Ron, email [Read more]
The Health Unit has issued a swimming advisory for the following beaches: Chippewa Park – Main Beach Chippewa Park – Sandy Beach Swimming advisories do not close the beach or stop people from swimming. They let swimmers know about the water conditions. Swimming in water with high levels [Read more]
SCHREIBER, ON – The Schreiber Public Library’s Annual Heritage Days Bocce Ball Tournament took place Tuesday (July 16th 2013) and there were some very promissing young bocce-ballers on the field! Thanks to the SPL for sharing the results (below) and some great photos of the players! [Read more]
A BIG Thank You to reader Mitch Ouellet for submitting the Longlac Summerfest Schedule, watch for him at Summerfest as he will be taking photos for OntarioNewsNorth.com! CLICK HERE for the printable schedule (PDF) Thursday July 18 Slo-Pitch starts at Jeff Gauthier and Ron Beaulieu [Read more]
SCHREIBER, ON – Shawn Kannegiesser from Thunder Bay, stopped by the Schreiber Public Library on his walk to the east coast. Shawn started his journey on June 5th and will arrive in St Johns in October. Shawn stopped in Schreiber to do some research on family history. Good luck on your journey [Read more]
MANITOUWADGE, ON – The Township of Manitouwadge Community Services Department’s Playground program is very busy again this summer with lots of learning, fun and adventure for participants aged 4 through 9yrs of age. Theme days including most recently; Christmas, Easter and Halloween [Read more]
Ontario Government Increasing Sport and Recreation Opportunities for Ontario Families Ontario is helping people of all ages in communities across the province get active, stay fit and live healthier lives. Through the Ontario Sport and Recreation Communities Fund, the province is supporting over [Read more]
NORTHSHORE/GREENSTONE, ON -Thunde Bay District Health Unit has released the most recent results from testing of District Beaches and it is entirely positive! Public health inspectors sample beaches in the district once a month from the middle of June to the end of August (however the [Read more]
Photos and information provided by Jeff Anderson Taylor Belisle-Cryder, Stacia Salesse, Ontario Fire Rangers Irene Marszowski, Smokey Bear (Ben McAlpine), Andre Proteau and Cam Gross and Retired Conservation Officer Mike Regis. RAINBOW FALLS PROVINCIAL PARK, ON – Saturday, July 6th the 6th [Read more]
TERRACE BAY, ON –Officers from the Schreiber OPP detachment will be helping kids cast a line this summer during the 6th Annual Bass Blast, Saturday, July 6. Organized by the Ministry of Natural Resources, Nipigon District, and Schreiber Ontario Provincial Police, the event will take place [Read more]
