NIPIGON, ON – On 12 August 2015 Nipigon Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were notified of a Break and Enter at the Nipigon Canadian Tire Store. Staff members attended to find the building had been entered and property including electronics, ammunition, outdoor gear and cash had been [Read more]
A Pembroke man has been fined a total of $2,000 for unlawfully hunting white-tailed deer. Eli Gallibois-Drudge pleaded guilty and was fined a total of $2,000 for two counts of hunting deer without a licence, contrary to the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act. Court heard that on November 6, 2013, [Read more]
A Mine Once Stood Here From BarrickBeyondBorders.com Visitors to the former David Bell mine near Marathon, Ontario, would never know that there used to be a mine there. Hundreds of saplings dot re-contoured areas, and it’s not uncommon to see black bears rummaging through reclaimed fields for [Read more]
Are you up for the Challenge? This run should be on every runners bucket list! The 33rd Annual Paju Mountain Run registration is now open. The race celebrated its 30th year in 2012 and is looking forward to 30 more years of conquering the 11.2km course. The start/finish line is outside the [Read more]
THUNDER BAY, ON – As of September 2015, the Thunder Bay District Health Unit (TBDHU) will no longer be providing school-based immunization clinics for Senior Kindergarten to Grade 6 students in the City of Thunder Bay and the surrounding rural areas. School-based immunization clinics for [Read more]
THUNDER BAY, ON – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is pleased to announce that Superintendent Darrell SMILEY has been named as the North West Regional Commander. His official start date was August 3, 2015. Superintendent SMILEY replaces Superintendent Ron van STRAALEN who officially commenced [Read more]
THUNDER BAY, ON – Bruce Hyer, Deputy Leader of the Green Party of Canada and MP (Thunder Bay – Superior North), kicked off the Green Party’s 2015 national election campaign today in Thunder Bay, Ontario. “The campaign is now in full force and we are asking the people of Thunder Bay – [Read more]
THUNDER BAY, ON – This morning, Prime Minister Stephen Harper kicked off the 2015 federal election – one of the longest in Canadian history – with the election date set for October 19th. Thunder Bay-Superior North Liberal candidate Patty Hajdu is ready to bring real action to the region and [Read more]
MARATHON, ON – Results of Marathon Mixed Slow Pitch League games July 30 & August 4 courtesy of John Hooper Sr. For all archived (listed chronologically from most recent to oldest including past seasons) articles regarding the Marathon Mixed Slow Pitch League CLICK HERE. Thursday July [Read more]
By John Hooper MARATHON, ON – Tuesday, July 28th, though efforts were great by both teams, a winner would not be chosen as the Crossover Video Jays and Marathon Mets game ended in a tie of 15-15. In addition to the score, the teams also shared in having one of their members hitting home [Read more]
TORONTO, ON– The Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) announced today that it will recognize communities in the areas of Schreiber, Ontario, and Creighton, Saskatchewan, that actively participated in recently concluded Preliminary Assessment studies and engagement for Canada’s deep [Read more]
Shelter House receives $8,960 donation from Thunder Bay’s The Home Depot store as part of The Orange Door Project THUNDER BAY, ON – By purchasing a paper door for $2, Thunder Bay’s The Home Depot customers generously supported Shelter House to raise $8,960 in 36 days, with the goal of putting [Read more]
Kids and Cops Go Fishing During Family Fishing Week MARATHON, ON – Children are getting their fishing gear ready for the annual Kids Fishing Derby, July 11. The event will begin at 10am and wrap up at 4pm at White Lake Provincial Park. The event is free, however participants must pay [Read more]
Photos and details provided by Holy Angels School SCHREIBER, ON – Superior North Catholic District School Board’s Holy Angels School celebrated its 2015 Grade 8 graduates June 24th with a Mass officiated by Father Alex Barrion, awards ceremony and presentation of diplomas. Students [Read more]
TERRACE BAY, ON – The Township of Terrace Bay Recreation Department has released the schedule for the Terrace Bay Pool and there are plenty of options for aquatic enthusiasts of all ages. Among the swims included are the schedule (download to view or print here) are: OPEN SWIMS Unaccompanied [Read more]
