Posts Tagged ‘northern ontario news’
Written by Ontario Newsroom on 04 May 2018
Investments to Create Jobs and Boost Economy in Northern Ontario Ontario is investing in film and television productions to create jobs and grow the northern economy. Glenn Thibeault, MPP for Sudbury, on behalf of Michael Gravelle, Minister of Northern Development and Mines, made the announcement [Read more]
Written by ManitouwadgeMarathon OPP on 04 May 2018
MARATHON, ON -Members of the Marathon and Manitouwadge Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) detachments responded to two separate motor vehicle collisions involving moose that occurred on Highway 17 and 614. April 30, 2018 at 10:00pm officers were advised of a single motor vehicle collision (MVC) 30kms [Read more]
Written by Stacey Wallwin on 03 May 2018
On May 2 and 3, students and Technology Champions from Geraldton Composite High School, Beardmore Public School, Schreiber Public School,Marathon High School, Nipigon-Red Rock District High School, Manitouwadge High School, Manitouwadge Public School, Terrace Bay Public School, and Lake Superior [Read more]
Written by Tyler Davis on 01 May 2018
Most people over the age of 25 most likely remember quite clearly where they were on September 11th, 2001. This day, of course, is the dark day in American history when an attack was launched on American soil leaving nearly 3,000 people dead in New York City, Arlington County Virginia and [Read more]
Written by Nipigon Detachment OPP on 30 April 2018
NIPIGON, ON – On Sunday, April 29, 2018 at approximately 6:20 a.m. The Nipigon Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received information of a fire at a local motel. The fire was contained to a single room at the motel and was put out with the use of motel fire extinguishers. Nipigon Fire [Read more]
Written by Schreiber OPP Detachment on 30 April 2018
SCHREIBER, ON – Throughout the month of April, Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has been investigating multiple reports of property damage throughout the township of Schreiber. Damage has been reported to a residence and two vehicles. Incidents were likely to have been committed in the [Read more]
Written by Press Release on 27 April 2018
THUNDER BAY, ON – Writers, readers, and everyone in between are invited to celebrate the written word with one of Canada’s up-and-coming literary talents during the Northwestern Ontario Writers Workshop Write NOWW LitFest 2018. The LitFest is a two-day literary event that will feature [Read more]
Written by Greenstone OPP on 27 April 2018
GREENSTONE, ON – On April 24, 2018, members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) executed a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act search warrant at a Longlac, Ontario residence. The OPP Greenstone Detachment’s Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) had been conducting an investigation [Read more]
Written by Press Release on 25 April 2018
SUDBURY, ON – Science North’s growth of programs and activities throughout all of Northern Ontario received significant support with a $16 million funding package from the Ontario Government. The historic level of funding was announced today by Sudbury MPP and Minister of Energy Glenn [Read more]
Written by Greenstone OPP on 25 April 2018
GREENSTONE, ON – The Greenstone Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating multiple break and enter incidents that have occurred recently at a Municipal storage building located at 306 First Avenue NW in Geraldton. Police are asking for the public’s assistance [Read more]
Written by Tyler Davis on 24 April 2018
Over the years, we have watched as a number of the most popular young adult book series have come to life with movie adaptations. The Hunger Games, Harry Potter, Divergent, Percy Jackson, Twilight, and this week’s headline new release are just a few examples. Back in 2014, we first met Thomas- a [Read more]
Written by Ontario Newsroom on 19 April 2018
Investments to Bring More Visitors to the North While Boosting the Economy Ontario is helping communities create jobs and boost economic growth by supporting projects that will revitalize, expand and increase accessibility in the province’s Northern tourism sector. Bill Mauro, MPP for Thunder [Read more]
Written by Ontario Newsroom on 17 April 2018
Ontario and NAN Sign New Treaty Relationship Agreement Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne and Grand Chief Alvin Fiddler today marked the signing of a new agreement to strengthen the relationship between the province and Nishnawbe Aski Nation. Premier Wynne and Grand Chief Fiddler were at Queen’s [Read more]
Written by NDP Media on 17 April 2018
OTTAWA, ON – Canadians shouldn’t have to struggle to pay for prescription drugs and a national Pharmacare program is the best answer, according to Algoma-Manitoulin-Kapuskasing MP, Carol Hughes. Hughes delivered a petition calling for Pharmacare in parliament and provided some solid [Read more]
Written by Press Release on 17 April 2018
NORTHEASTERN ONTARIO – On June 7th, 2018 the riding of Algoma-Manitoulin will not only have a person they can vote for on the ballot but a local family man. The option is finally here for the constituents of this Northern Ontario riding who want a Stronger voice for their riding and Northern [Read more]