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Big donation for Sioux Lookout MRI

Big donation for Sioux Lookout MRI

The SLMHC Foundation began an MRI fundraising campaign in December 2023 to raise $7 million to make a locally available MRI a reality within the Sioux Lookout region.
Northwest Newsweek: November 29

Northwest Newsweek: November 29

Man fights off polar bear to protect wife

Man fights off polar bear to protect wife

The bear attack occurred Tuesday morning near the couple's home at Fort Severn First Nation
Youth charged in homicide in Couchiching First Nation

Youth charged in homicide in Couchiching First Nation

A 16-year-old faces a charge of second-degree murder in connection with the death of an adult male
Spectacular Holiday Train draws hundreds

Spectacular Holiday Train draws hundreds

Shawnee Kish and Tyler Shaw thrilled the crowds who came out Monday night, with energetic performances.
18-year-old faces several charges in Dryden

18-year-old faces several charges in Dryden

They are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice.
Mamakwa’s Truth and Reconciliation bill voted down in legislature

Mamakwa’s Truth and Reconciliation bill voted down in legislature

The bill would have made the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, also called Orange Shirt Day, a stat holiday for all Ontarians.
Benefits would come with nuclear waste, NWO mayors say

Benefits would come with nuclear waste, NWO mayors say

A deep geological repository would add to the regional economy and benefit some local businesses, Dryden’s mayor tells Newswatch.
Local post-secondary institutions are promoting Giving Tuesday

Local post-secondary institutions are promoting Giving Tuesday

Giving Tuesday is a global celebration that encourages people to support their communities and perform acts of kindness.
Federal offender wanted for breach of release conditions

Federal offender wanted for breach of release conditions

A man convicted of armed robbery and assault could be in Northwestern Ontario.
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