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Candidate profile: Rudy Turtle

Housing and highway safety are important issues for the region and the province, says Rudy Turtle.

Feb 20, 2025 6:30 PM Read more >

Candidate profile: Greg Rickford

The veteran Conservative politician is aiming to win Kenora-Rainy River for a third straight time.

Feb 20, 2025 6:00 PM Read more >

Candidate profile: John Redins

Redins, an advocate for people with disabilities, is the Green Party of Ontario's Kenora-Rainy River candidate.

Feb 20, 2025 5:30 PM Read more >

Candidate profile: Anthony Leek

Educator and former Emo councillor says he's 'really passionate about politics in general.'

Feb 20, 2025 5:00 PM Read more >

Charge laid in alleged North Spirit Lake assault

A 28 year-old has been charged with aggravated assault.

Feb 20, 2025 4:55 PM Read more >

Driver in fatal 2024 Kenora collision charged with impaired driving

Two people were killed in the single-vehicle crash.

Feb 20, 2025 12:53 PM Read more >

Incidence of flu and other respiratory illness remains elevated in the Northwest

Flu activity is still peaking in the catchment areas of the Thunder Bay and Northwestern Health Units.

Feb 20, 2025 12:30 PM Read more >

SIU steps in after suspect injured during Kenora arrest

Incident occurred early in the morning on Feb. 16.

Feb 20, 2025 10:33 AM Read more >

SIU invokes mandate in Pikangikum arrest

A person arrested on Wednesday reported an injury after being taken into custody.

Feb 20, 2025 10:25 AM Read more >

Founding Treaty 3 police chief Brian Rupert dies, service confirms

Rupert’s leadership and dedication credited with being ‘instrumental’ in establishing the Indigenous force.

Feb 20, 2025 10:13 AM Read more >