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Two men from Blind River are facing a number of charges after fleeing a R.I.D.E. check and driving a vehicle into a lake in Netmizaaggamig Nishnaabeg. Officers with the Anishinabek Police Service were conducting a R.I.D.E. program in Netmizaaggamig Nishnaabeg on the evening of September 16, 2025 when a BMW entered the R.I.D.E. check. Officers identified the driver as being ...

The Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC) has announced a province-wide trail reduction for the upcoming snowmobile season in response to rising expenses and lower revenues. One of the proposed cuts would end the D Trail at White River—the main connector between Marathon and the rest of Ontario. If approved, this decision would eliminate all groomed trails serving the towns ...

September 18, 2025 Mexico City, Mexico The close and long-standing relationship between Canada and Mexico has created greater certainty, security, and prosperity for both nations. Now, as the world order changes rapidly, Canada and Mexico are elevating this partnership. Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, alongside the President of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum, launched a new Comprehensive Strategic Partnership to deepen ties ...

Le 18 septembre 2025 Mexico (Mexique) La relation étroite et de longue date entre le Canada et le Mexique a créé une plus grande certitude, sécurité et prospérité pour les deux pays. Aujourd’hui, alors que l’ordre mondial connaît une évolution rapide, le Canada et le Mexique intensifient ce partenariat. Aujourd’hui, le premier ministre Mark Carney et la présidente du Mexique, ...

As bears prepare for hibernation, sightings and encounters are increasing in both rural and urban areas across North West Region. Stay alert and stay Bear Wise with these tips to help reduce your risk: Make noise on trails to avoid surprising a bear Hike or travel in groups whenever possible Avoid food sources bears frequent, like berry patches, garbage sites, ...

On 10 September 2025 at approximately 11:30pm officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Nipigon Detachment, responded to reports of an aggressive bear in the Brompton Road area. The bear had reportedly charged at and growled at residents, causing concern for public safety. Despite efforts to deter the animal, it could not be safely scared away or relocated. Before taking ...

A Nipigon couple sustained non-life-threatening injuries after a bear entered their home late on Tuesday, September 16, 2025. The incident occurred when the residents opened their back door to let their dog outside. A bear entered the home and attacked both individuals. The couple was able to retreat to a bedroom, where they barricaded themselves and called emergency services. Responding ...

The Nipigon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested and charged an individual after a concerning incident involving two local youths earlier this month. On September 12, 2025, officers responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle following two youths in the town of Red Rock. The youths were located safely and transported home by OPP members. The suspect ...

On September 14, 2025, at approximately 10:30 p.m. the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop to check the sobriety of the driver.   Police observed signs of alcohol impairment and failed the approved screening device. The person was subsequently arrested and vehicle was towed and impounded. Donald (Don) JOHNSON, 61-years-old, from Elliot Lake was charged with: Operation while ...

On September 15, 2025, at approximately 3:30 p.m., the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were called to an indecent act-related occurrence at a plaza on Hillside Drive. The complainant reported that a male was inside a small grey Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) parked in the plaza facing the school, pleasuring and exposing himself. The witness also photographed the elderly male ...

East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) lays multiple charges including impaired operation. On Friday, September 12, 2025, at approximately 10:30 p.m., members of the East Algoma OPP were conducting patrol duties in the community of Mississauga First Nation when they observed a southbound side-by-side traveling at a high rate of speed on Village Road. Officers attempted a traffic stop; however, ...

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is warning the public about fraudulent activity involving callers posing as OPP officers. In recent incidents, callers have reported receiving calls from individuals claiming to be an OPP officer. To appear credible, the caller provides a name and badge number and the phone number displayed on caller ID is spoofed to resemble the OPP non-emergency ...

September 14, 2025 Ottawa, Ontario Canadians are in a housing crisis. Despite recent improvements in several cities, far too many Canadians – particularly young Canadians – are struggling to find homes they can afford. Canada’s new government is stepping up with a bold new approach and unprecedented investments to increase the housing supply in Canada. Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, launched Build ...

Sep 13, 2025 at 09:28 The Ontario government is providing more than $553,000 through the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC) to the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs to improve snowmobile trails throughout Northern Ontario. This investment in local infrastructure will help boost economic growth, encourage tourism and improve quality of life through recreational opportunities. “With over 30,000 kilometres of ...

Sep 13, 2025 at 09:15 Public health nurses in Algoma (Sault Ste. Marie, Wawa, Blind River and Elliot Lake) are heading to conciliation on Monday, September 15 as they seek to negotiate a new contract. “Our skilled nurses are sounding the alarm about the growing crisis in public health,” says Ontario Nurses’ Association (ONA) Provincial President Erin Ariss, RN. “Chronic ...