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Blue-green algae identified at a Lake Superior beach

Blue-green algae identified at a Lake Superior beach

The presence of the potentially toxic algae was confirmed in a water sample from the Scott Drive area.
Planned ambulance station shuffle a symptom of long-running difficulties

Planned ambulance station shuffle a symptom of long-running difficulties

The DRRSB statement noted that the decision was made due to “ongoing and significant staffing shortages” and that it is planned to happen at some point in the future, though no specific date was given.
UPDATE: Animbiigoo Zaagi’igan Anishinaabek receives its reserve after 40 years

UPDATE: Animbiigoo Zaagi’igan Anishinaabek receives its reserve after 40 years

'I think many Canadians don't understand just the inherent violence of doing that to individuals who have existed in all cases for centuries together,' Patty Hajdu said.
Students get a head start on high school lessons

Students get a head start on high school lessons

Incoming Grade 9 students at Superior Collegiate & Vocational Institute are in a three-week program to earn a full credit in Family Studies.
Cambrian Players holds open house for 75th season

Cambrian Players holds open house for 75th season

Cambrian Players will have local actors performing three different shows in the 2024-2025 season.
Preparation for school begins with the First Rider program

Preparation for school begins with the First Rider program

Thunder Bay was one of the first areas in the province to run a First Rider program.
NORTHWEST NEWSWEEK for August 23, 2024: Pikangikum First Nation will finally see a bridge

NORTHWEST NEWSWEEK for August 23, 2024: Pikangikum First Nation will finally see a bridge

Parks Canada makes decision on administration and visitor centre

Parks Canada makes decision on administration and visitor centre

During excavation of the site, pre-contact Indigenous ancestral remains were uncovered.
Manitouwadge Community Centre will be upgraded thanks to Barrick Gold donation

Manitouwadge Community Centre will be upgraded thanks to Barrick Gold donation

The extensive upgrades will include installation of a new roof, a modern boiler system, a revamped HVAC system and significant improvements to the accessibility of entrances and washrooms.
Students face strict cell phone rules when school returns

Students face strict cell phone rules when school returns

Unless given the OK by an educator, students in Ontario will not be allowed to use mobile devices in the classroom and must store them out of sight.
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