The public is invited to attend and support a charity hockey game. The Nipissing West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), in partnership with Franco-Nord, invites all members of the community to attend and enjoy a charity event. Come out and watch, as members from the Nipissing West OPP …
Read More »West Nipissing Strikes Gold: Cache Bay Trailer Park Sells for $761,000, Future Unknown.
In a strategic financial move, West Nipissing has sold the Cache Bay Trailer Park for $761,000, surpassing the initial reserve bid of $600,000. The 8+ acre property, located on Lake Nipissing, was deemed surplus by the municipality due to rising maintenance costs and necessary upgrades, notably to the outdoor pool. …
Read More »Bright Lights But No Candy Bites: West Nipissing’s Parade of Lights Prioritizes Safety
As the holiday season approaches, West Nipissing is abuzz with the return of its beloved annual Parade of Lights, scheduled to cast a festive glow on Friday, December 1, 2023. Santa Claus himself is slated to headline the event, which has become a cornerstone of the community’s holiday celebrations. Residents …
Read More »TEN ARRESTED ACROSS THE PROVINCE IN CHILD SEXUAL EXPLOITATION INVESTIGATION
39 Charges Laid in Four-Day Investigation (ORILLIA, ON) – Ten people have been arrested and 39 criminal offences have been laid during a four-day proactive child sexual exploitation investigation. The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), North Bay Police Service, Greater Sudbury Police Service, Durham Regional Police Service, York Regional Police and Peel …
Read More »OPP INVESTIGATING MULTIPLE BOMB THREATS
Schools In Northern Ontario Targeted, No Evidence Of Actual Devices (ORILLIA, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating multiple bomb threats across Northern Ontario. The threats targeted multiple schools under multiple school boards across North East and North West Regions, demanding payment. As a precaution the majority …
Read More »Northern Ontario Town Offers Land for Just $10 to Boost Housing and Attract Families!
The town of Cochrane in Northern Ontario is considering an incentive program to boost housing in the area. Here are the key points: The Town of Cochrane is exploring the possibility of selling land at significantly discounted prices to stimulate housing development. Mayor Peter Politis mentioned that the town council …
Read More »Tragic Shooting in Sault Ste. Marie Leaves Five Dead, Including Three Children
**WARNING:** This article contains details about a fatal intimate partner violence case and may upset some readers. Tragedy struck Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, as a horrifying incident of intimate partner violence unfolded, leaving five people dead, including three innocent children, and one individual hospitalized with gunshot wounds. The harrowing series …
Read More »West Nipissing Students Smash Food Drive Records, Spreading Thanksgiving Joy
On October 4, West Nipissing communities united for the “Une canne, ça dépanne!” food drive, a heartwarming Thanksgiving initiative for the West Nipissing Food Bank. École secondaire catholique Franco-Cité proudly set a new record, collecting 21,500 pounds of non-perishable food items and $2,500 in donations. Their success was made possible …
Read More »Unlocking the Potential of Short-Term Rentals: Your Voice Matters!
In the coming weeks, the Council is gearing up for a crucial discussion on a proposed by-law that has the potential to reshape the landscape of Short-Term Rental Accommodations (STRAs). But this isn’t just any closed-door meeting – they’re extending an open invitation to you, the public, to join the …
Read More »Northern Ontario Colleges’ Financial Tightrope: The High-Stakes Gamble on International Students from India
In a recent deep dive by CBC News, the spotlight turns to Northern Ontario colleges and their precarious financial lifeline—international students, predominantly from India. The investigation reveals a startling dependency, one that could spell disaster should geopolitical winds shift. According to the Ontario Ministry of Colleges and Universities, a staggering …
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