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The digital divide is felt in the North

The digital divide is felt in the North

The federal government states they are on track with universal access to broadband internet by 2026, but Blue Sky Economic Growth Corporation (BSEGC) suggests the government's recent statistics leave a majority of the rural and remote population forgotten.
Driver arrested after property damage

Driver arrested after property damage

Rainy River OPP arrested and charged one individual with impaired following a collision in Fort Frances.
KI honours the memory of recently deceased

KI honours the memory of recently deceased

After an incident in Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug (KI) resulting in the passing of two community members, Chief Donny Morris expressed grief for the loss of many community members.
Good morning, Northwestern Ontario!

Good morning, Northwestern Ontario!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices.
Rexall's roster of meds expands, broadening options for northern communities

Rexall's roster of meds expands, broadening options for northern communities

Rexall pharmacists - along with other pharmacists across the province - are now licensed to prescribe an antiviral medication once restricted to community doctors and hospitals, which the provincial government hopes will improve access to timely care.
Lengthy highway closure still under investigation

Lengthy highway closure still under investigation

After a lengthy highway collision near Atikokan on January 2, OPP says the investigation is still ongoing.
Winter road time could be short for some First Nations

Winter road time could be short for some First Nations

"It’s almost like you’re sending out search parties looking for winter. And of course, this has implications for Northern Ontario because of the ice roads."
Fischer’s move from Fort Frances to Brandon pays off

Fischer’s move from Fort Frances to Brandon pays off

Kathryn Fischer of Fort Frances has become a key member of the Assiniboine Community College Cougars women’s hockey team in Brandon, Man.
Driver served with impaired after collision

Driver served with impaired after collision

Rainy River OPP has arrested and charged one individual with impaired operation following a motor vehicle collision.
Good morning, Northwestern Ontario!

Good morning, Northwestern Ontario!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices.
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