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Empower 2 Recover sees flag raised, offers live event to combat addictions

Empower 2 Recover sees flag raised, offers live event to combat addictions

The live event scheduled for Fort Frances, called “Fort Frances' Battle for Recovery,” will feature the hallmarks of E2R's live events, including several speakers who have lived experience with addictions and mental health struggles.
Drone operators are pilots, OPP say

Drone operators are pilots, OPP say

Canadian drone operators must abide by federal aviation regulations and be aware of municipal and provincial trespassing laws that may apply.
New art exhibit celebrates resilience of people with sight-loss

New art exhibit celebrates resilience of people with sight-loss

The Dream Weaver Project features the work of over a dozen artists exploring tactile mediums through weavings.
Good Morning, North Western Ontario!

Good Morning, North Western Ontario!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices.
Doctor shortage puts Kenora health care in a pinch

Doctor shortage puts Kenora health care in a pinch

The situation 'is unsustainable,' says Lake of the Woods District Hospital’s chief of staff.
Petition to push against site search for nuclear waste

Petition to push against site search for nuclear waste

An alliance that includes We the Nuclear Free North's Nuclear Free Thunder Bay, Northwatch and Environment North, have taken to the road touring the region.
‘Deep passion for storytelling’ fuels filmmaker’s creative process

‘Deep passion for storytelling’ fuels filmmaker’s creative process

Dr. Shirley Cheechoo’s most recent recognition comes from Canada Council of the Arts
Empties for Paws wants to collect your bottles

Empties for Paws wants to collect your bottles

Drop-off bins have been set up for anyone wanting to contribute their returnable empties outside her home at 1041 Sunset Drive.
Powlowski examining U.S. work permit allowances to address fishing concerns

Powlowski examining U.S. work permit allowances to address fishing concerns

Several different methods of addressing the issue, or at least offsetting the economic impact, were raised at the meeting, and one of the most significant ideas was to work towards re-opening the long-shuttered RCMP outpost in Fort Frances.
LETTER: Council got it right – No nuclear waste in the North!

LETTER: Council got it right – No nuclear waste in the North!

'Dr. Walther's assumption that nuclear is the only non-carbon emitting source of energy is very incorrect to state.'
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