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  • 27 November 2025

    Treaty #3 to conduct feasibility study on creation of traditional birthing lodge

  • 27 November 2025

    No passing on double lines: ‘Chad’s Law’ reintroduced

  • 27 November 2025

    Kenora services board says more supportive housing ‘a primary focus’

  • 27 November 2025

    Dilapidated building program won’t target vacant properties in good repair: TBay staff

  • 27 November 2025

    University of Winnipeg hunts for new leader after president removed

  • 27 November 2025

    Overseas tourism a growing priority for northern Ontario

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Town receives over $500K for Sports Centre solar project

27 November 2025
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Fort Frances woman charged following drug bust

27 November 2025
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Treaty #3 to conduct feasibility study on creation of traditional birthing lodge

27 November 2025
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Riverside 50/50 Draw for November once again passes $11,500 mark

27 November 2025
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No passing on double lines: ‘Chad’s Law’ reintroduced

27 November 2025
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Kenora services board says more supportive housing ‘a primary focus’

27 November 2025
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Dilapidated building program won’t target vacant properties in good repair: TBay staff

27 November 2025
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University of Winnipeg hunts for new leader after president removed

27 November 2025
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Overseas tourism a growing priority for northern Ontario

27 November 2025
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Powlowski optimistic about federal budget’s prospects for region

26 November 2025
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Comprehensive five-point plan promises improvements to regional childcare despite challenges

26 November 2025
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Fort Frances Museum hosts a variety of fun and festive family-friendly events

26 November 2025

District News

  • 27 November 2025

    Treaty #3 to conduct feasibility study on creation of traditional birthing lodge

  • 27 November 2025

    No passing on double lines: ‘Chad’s Law’ reintroduced

  • 27 November 2025

    Kenora services board says more supportive housing ‘a primary focus’

  • 27 November 2025

    Dilapidated building program won’t target vacant properties in good repair: TBay staff

  • 27 November 2025

    University of Winnipeg hunts for new leader after president removed

  • 27 November 2025

    Overseas tourism a growing priority for northern Ontario

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District News

  • No passing on double lines: ‘Chad’s Law’ reintroduced

    27 November 2025
  • Kenora services board says more supportive housing ‘a primary focus’

    27 November 2025
  • Dilapidated building program won’t target vacant properties in good repair: TBay staff

    27 November 2025
  • University of Winnipeg hunts for new leader after president removed

    27 November 2025
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