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Province increases First Nations library funding

Province increases First Nations library funding

The Ontario government announced a $1.25-million boost in the annual funding through two programs.
Assisted Living program expands in Rainy River region

Assisted Living program expands in Rainy River region

The addition of 28 new Assisted Living spots brings the total number of placements to 64.
Sioux Lookout landfill hours changing for winter

Sioux Lookout landfill hours changing for winter

Change in hours will take place starting on Saturday, Oct. 19.
Two charged with arson in Cat Lake First Nation fire

Two charged with arson in Cat Lake First Nation fire

July 14 incident destroyed about half-a-million dollars worth of construction materials.
First Nations couple climbs to Mount Everest Base Camp

First Nations couple climbs to Mount Everest Base Camp

Travis and Marietta Duncan carried Bearskin Lake and Muskrat Dam flags with them on their trek to base camp.
City police place officer in First Nations high school

City police place officer in First Nations high school

Thunder Bay’s chief of police said having an officer at the school will strengthen relationships and enhance student safety.
Traffic crossings, senior parking raised as concerns during public budget consultation

Traffic crossings, senior parking raised as concerns during public budget consultation

All comments received during the public consultation will be considered during the ongoing budget deliberations.
Two charged with impaired operation of one vehicle in Red Lake

Two charged with impaired operation of one vehicle in Red Lake

RED LAKE — Two people have been charged with impaired operation of one vehicle following a traffic complaint last month. On Sept. 23, 2024, shortly before 1:00 p.m.
Council approve emergency expenditure to tackle Fifth Street lift station failure

Council approve emergency expenditure to tackle Fifth Street lift station failure

The town did receive some coverage from their insurance provider when the White Pine lift station failed.
The Bargain Shop running annual Thanksgiving drive to benefit Salvation Army

The Bargain Shop running annual Thanksgiving drive to benefit Salvation Army

There are also markers placed throughout the store indicating items that are particularly in need, meaning people can also fill their carts with a few extra items while doing their regular shopping and donate those at the till.
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