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MNR responds to 24 new forest fires in Northwest region

MNR responds to 24 new forest fires in Northwest region

There are 34 active fires following numerous new outbreaks on Saturday and Sunday
Traffic stop leads to multiple arrests

Traffic stop leads to multiple arrests

A routine traffic stop led to the recovery of cocaine and the arrest of a man in violation of his probation.
Gammondale Farm hosts the 2025 Archery Ontario 3D provincial championships

Gammondale Farm hosts the 2025 Archery Ontario 3D provincial championships

While more archers were expected to participate, Shane Baker, Archery Ontario’s Northwest zone director and Lakehead Archers’ junior development chair, says they were super impressed and proud of the ones that came.
Crash closes Highway 17 near Ignace

Crash closes Highway 17 near Ignace

Incident occurred just after 7:30 p.m. on Sunday night.
OPP, MNR issue reminder they’ll be on the lakes, roads this summer

OPP, MNR issue reminder they’ll be on the lakes, roads this summer

Police say they’re on the lookout for infractions, particularly around open liquor in boats, missing safety equipment, dumping garbage.
Fire hazard builds moving into the weekend

Fire hazard builds moving into the weekend

As of Friday evening, there are 22 total active fires in the Northwest region.
First Nations prepare to blockade Ring of Fire roads in protest of new legislation

First Nations prepare to blockade Ring of Fire roads in protest of new legislation

Although it will be at least a decade before a proposed road to the Ring of Fire reaches the Attawapiskat River, two First Nations say they're already gearing up to prevent construction there.
Massive forest fire is the biggest ever measured in the province

Massive forest fire is the biggest ever measured in the province

Red Lake 12 is still uncontrolled after forcing the evacuation of two First Nations.
Sioux Lookout councillor vacates position

Sioux Lookout councillor vacates position

Coun. Luc Beaulne tendered his resignation, citing personal reasons for the decision.
Bill C-5 approval disappoints Indigenous leaders

Bill C-5 approval disappoints Indigenous leaders

Bill giving Ottawa new powers to fast-track projects deemed 'in the national interest' passed in the Senate on Thursday
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