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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.
Drivers facing multiple charges after separate incidents

Drivers facing multiple charges after separate incidents

Both accused will be appearing in court on Nov. 6.
Town council grants swim club minor respite in pool rental fee

Town council grants swim club minor respite in pool rental fee

The club noted that they currently spend between $20,000 and $30,000 per season in facility rental fees.
First Nations take a stand against nuclear waste in the North

First Nations take a stand against nuclear waste in the North

‘We want to protect our animals, our land and our people.’
Fire destroys camp on Rainy Lake

Fire destroys camp on Rainy Lake

A weekend blaze levelled a camp on Boucher Road, east of Fort Frances
New funding 'could be life-changing' for victims of intimate partner violence

New funding 'could be life-changing' for victims of intimate partner violence

Footprints Northwest, a collaboration between OPP and shelters, provides financial support and an educational component
Ontario is lagging on winter road funding, says Mamakwa

Ontario is lagging on winter road funding, says Mamakwa

‘Will this government commit to winter road funding levels that reflect rising inflation and the increasing impacts of climate change?’
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