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NAPS launches new campaign to collect helmets

NAPS launches new campaign to collect helmets

The Nishnawbe Aski Police Service is seeking donations for 500 ATV helmets for the 34 communities they serve.
Ontario getting $200M for new child care spaces

Ontario getting $200M for new child care spaces

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced on Monday that Ontario will receive $201.87 million to create child care spaces. 
Marathon turns the tide with port revitalization plans

Marathon turns the tide with port revitalization plans

Mayor Dumas told Dougall Media that the town is excited to work alongside QSL and Biigtigong Nishnaabeg to advance industrial/commercial opportunities in the Northern region. He also discussed next steps for the port and when residents might see the first ship.
Drug trafficking charges laid in Kenora

Drug trafficking charges laid in Kenora

One individual has been arrested and charged following a search warrant execution.
NORTHWEST NEWSWEEK: May 10, 2024, FN protecting fish near White River

NORTHWEST NEWSWEEK: May 10, 2024, FN protecting fish near White River

‘Tree-to-home’ solution aims to increase reliable Indigenous housing stock

‘Tree-to-home’ solution aims to increase reliable Indigenous housing stock

Social enterprise One Bowl eyeing Sturgeon Falls for manufacturing facility
Time for a spring COVID-19 vaccine update for individuals 65 years+

Time for a spring COVID-19 vaccine update for individuals 65 years+

Individuals in this age group receive an additional dose of COVID-19 vaccine this spring to provide added protection as immunity may have decreased over time.
Kirkland Lake wants resource-based communities to get fair cut of cash

Kirkland Lake wants resource-based communities to get fair cut of cash

'It is time for more equitable revenues for all resource base communities in the North, that are proportionate to the revenues leaving our region,' says Kirkland Lake mayor
Border store excites with new billboard

Border store excites with new billboard

The promotion at the Minnesota store just across from the Pigeon River border crossing has prompted an outpouring of curiosity.
Mine rescuers testing their skills in a competition

Mine rescuers testing their skills in a competition

Mines from across the province are battling it out in a safety competition that will lead them to a province-wide face-off in June in Thunder Bay.
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