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City of Kenora accepting nominations for council’s Citizen Recognition Award

City of Kenora accepting nominations for council’s Citizen Recognition Award

Do you know of someone in your community who deserves to be recognized for demonstrating civic pride and commitment? If so, then maybe you'd like to nominate them for Kenora's Citizen Recognition Award.
Dryden mayor and council declare 2022 as Year of the Garden

Dryden mayor and council declare 2022 as Year of the Garden

Gardening and gardens have long been a favorite pass-time and hobby of so many. This activity not only keeps individuals engaged and helps beautify yards and communities, but it also promotes healthy living and enhances the quality of life of so many municipalities in the region. In recognition of this, Dryden's Mayor and Council declared 2022 as the Year of The Garden.
Kenora OPP arrested the suspect in an alleged parental abduction case

Kenora OPP arrested the suspect in an alleged parental abduction case

RCMP in BC issued an Amber Alert on Saturday.
Northwestern Health Unit survey needed as part of strategic plan

Northwestern Health Unit survey needed as part of strategic plan

In an effort to get valued feed back from the public and to assist with their next strategic plan, the Northwestern Health Unit is asking their residents to take part in a survey.
Sioux Lookout will be implementing reduced load restrictions on Monday

Sioux Lookout will be implementing reduced load restrictions on Monday

Failure to abide by this load restriction will result in charges.
Kenora hosting webinar on Mental Health with Olympic athlete Elizabeth Manley

Kenora hosting webinar on Mental Health with Olympic athlete Elizabeth Manley

Mental Health has become an increasingly important topic, especially more so throughout the pandemic. The municipality of Kenora Skating Academy is hosting a webinar presentation featuring world renowned athlete Elizabeth Manley, who will share her own journey to the Olympic podium.
Good morning, Northwestern Ontario!

Good morning, Northwestern Ontario!

Today's image is from Barb Pineau Turk ! Thank you Barb! Submit your Good Morning, Northwestern Ontario photo here: Photos@nwonewswatch.com Don't forget to include photo credit and where the photo was taken.
Mamakwa calls for action as Red Lake hospital faces ER closure

Mamakwa calls for action as Red Lake hospital faces ER closure

Red Lake residents will face over two-hour drive to nearest hospital when it temporarily closes this weekend.
Two suspects charged as OPP investigate suspicious death in Dryden

Two suspects charged as OPP investigate suspicious death in Dryden

One suspect remains at large but poses no danger to the public, police said, as they investigate March 16 death.
Use of ArriveCan will still be mandatory on April 1

Use of ArriveCan will still be mandatory on April 1

Travellers entering the country must upload necessary information, including proof of vaccination, into the app or the ArriveCAN website when testing restrictions are lifted next Friday.
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