Highlights

In anticipation of the extreme weather across Northwestern Ontario, Hydro One says they are preparing for weekend outages.

As an extreme heat warning blankets the province, the Ministry of Natural Recourses is advising the public to be cautious with open flames.

The page was launched with a goal of $5,000, which it quickly surpassed.

A July 17-20 community animal wellness clinic in Frenchman's Head included spaying, neutering and vaccination of cats and dogs.

Construction of a 24-unit building is scheduled to begin in spring 2025, according to the chief executive officer of Kekekoziibii Development Corporation.

Through the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation, the City of Dryden is receiving $239,216 to renovate the recreation centre.

Ontario and the federal government are providing an additional $1-million through the Francophone Community Grants Program (FCGP) to help promote services and products in French in Ontario.

Visitors and players came from all over Northwestern Ontario, including Geraldton, Longlac, Sioux Lookout, and Red Rock.

After years of hard work shaping the building into their dream, the first test of their fledgling business came with the soft opening they held on July 1, 2023.  

This year's Lighthouse Festival promises a schedule chock full of entertaining activities, live performances, and local vendors.