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Union sounds alarm on cuts at Fort Frances library

Union sounds alarm on cuts at Fort Frances library

A news release from CUPE says Fort Frances library funding is being reduced; the town’s mayor points out the institution is getting more this year.
Update: Highway near Kenora reopens after crash

Update: Highway near Kenora reopens after crash

Ontario 511 indicates the closure stretches from Highway 71 to Vermilion Bay.
Cocaine, cash and fake IDs seized in Fort Frances area drug trafficking investigation

Cocaine, cash and fake IDs seized in Fort Frances area drug trafficking investigation

Ontario Provincial Police say two men charged with a variety of offences.
Sabrina Ree to run for the People’s Party in Thunder Bay-Rainy River

Sabrina Ree to run for the People’s Party in Thunder Bay-Rainy River

Party website describes Ree as a “principled advocate” for the community.
Nuclear waste plan safe, proponent reiterates

Nuclear waste plan safe, proponent reiterates

The Nuclear Waste Management Organization has said that if the radioactive fuel rods are transported by truck in specialized containers, "it would mean two to three shipments a day, approximately nine months of the year."
School buses cancelled throughout NWO on Friday

School buses cancelled throughout NWO on Friday

Keewatin-Patricia District School Board says Sioux Narrows School will be closed on Friday, but all of its other schools will remain open despite no transportation availability.
Employers across the region hope to boost recruitment at job fair

Employers across the region hope to boost recruitment at job fair

Event consultant says the Opportunities Northwest Job Fair has been “so busy” from the moment they opened the doors.
'Messy' weather system to hit the city, region starting tonight

'Messy' weather system to hit the city, region starting tonight

Environment Canada meteorologist says to expect snow, possible ice pellet mix.
Something would need to change to save suspended college programs

Something would need to change to save suspended college programs

Fewer international student spaces, declining domestic enrollment, and other factors cited as reasons for the current halt.
Federal election returning offices open in Thunder Bay-area ridings

Federal election returning offices open in Thunder Bay-area ridings

Returning officers say voters will start receiving their information cards on April 7.
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