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Heavy rain washes out Highway 17 south of Wawa, rainfall warning remains

Heavy rain washes out Highway 17 south of Wawa, rainfall warning remains

Some localized areas could see an additional 30 to 50 millimetres on top of what’s already fallen, Environment Canada says.
RECALL: Above-ground pools recalled for possible drowning hazard

RECALL: Above-ground pools recalled for possible drowning hazard

There have been nine reported drownings in the US, but so far none in Canada.
Arson charge laid after Whitesand First Nation fire

Arson charge laid after Whitesand First Nation fire

A 38-year old man is also charged with assaulting a police officer
Fog advisory for north shore

Fog advisory for north shore

Environment Canada expects the fog to lift around midday or early afternoon.
Duty to consult and Indigenous leadership crucial to development say First Nations

Duty to consult and Indigenous leadership crucial to development say First Nations

Marten Falls First Nation and Webequie First Nation say their partnership represents a landmark approach to resource development in Canada, prioritizing Indigenous sovereignty, environmental stewardship, and shared prosperity.
Municipalities urge federal, provincial investment in northern Trans-Canada Highway corridor

Municipalities urge federal, provincial investment in northern Trans-Canada Highway corridor

Lobby groups in the Northwest and Northeast are advocating to senior levels of government about enhancing safety and supporting economic development on northern highways.
Arts and culture added over $143M to regional economy: report

Arts and culture added over $143M to regional economy: report

'There is a magic to the arts and culture communities of Northwestern Ontario,' says OAC's Northern Arts Representative.
Carney showed ‘real dedication’ at Bill C-5 summit, but Onigaming chief remains concerned

Carney showed ‘real dedication’ at Bill C-5 summit, but Onigaming chief remains concerned

Jeffrey Copenace and other chiefs from the Northwest were in the National Capital Region to meet with senior government leaders over the Building Canada Act.
Strong mayor powers not finding much traction with region's current mayors

Strong mayor powers not finding much traction with region's current mayors

Mayors of municipalities in the region who have been granted expanded authority say they are largely eschewing it.
Over 65 cured meat products recalled due to possible salmonella

Over 65 cured meat products recalled due to possible salmonella

The strain is resistant to certain antibiotics.
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