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Local News Looking for an older news story? Search our news archives! Multi-Vehicle Pile-Up on Trans Canada Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Monday, February 8th, 2010 am 7:49:39 AM A multi-vehicle collision closed the Trans-Canada east of the Kenora Bypass Sunday. OPP say the crash involved at least 2 or 3 transports and 1 or 2 cars. No one was injured but the the collision closed Highway 17 for nearly 6-hours. The cause is under investigation.   Alzheimer Society Searching for Members Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Monday, February 8th, 2010 am 7:49:04 AM The Alzheimer Society of Kenora-Rainy River continues to search for more members. The group is striving for 300 members. Executive Director Margaret Schoenville says a membership can have a say in the direction of the organization. Schoenville says a membership of 300 will give the group 3-votes at the Provincial table. Population Shrinking Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Monday, February 8th, 2010 am 7:48:20 AM The population in the Kenora District is getting smaller, but its also getting younger. Figures released by Statistics Canada show the natural growth rate in the area is about double the provincial average. Genvieve Oulette is an analyst with StatsCan and says almost a third of our population is under the age of 18. On the other hand, the population of the Kenora District is shrinking. There were 1,600 fewer people in 2009, compared to 2006. H1N1 Review Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Monday, February 8th, 2010 am 7:47:21 AM A review of this winter's flu season has helped the Northwestern Health Unit identify both strengths and weaknesses. Acting Medical Officer of Health, Dr. James Arthurs says he's happy with how things went given the Health Unit had to administer vaccines for both the H-1-N-1 and seasonal flu. Arthurs admits there was some confusion over who should have got the vaccine, but the impact of H1N1 in the area was not as great as first feared. Push is on to Include Dryden on Monopoly Board! Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Friday, February 5th, 2010 am 10:30:41 AM Keep it going Dryden!!! The City is climbing in voting for a space on the Canadian edition of Monopoly. In the short period of 2-weeks, Dryden has jumped to 16th place on the list. The final day to vote is Sunday. Go to the main page at www.ckdr.net for more information. Update on Rainy River Resources Property Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Friday, February 5th, 2010 am 10:25:57 AM Rainy-River Resources says it will have a better indication on its plans for a gold mine in the Rainy-River District by end of this year or early next. The company has outlined its work at Richardson Township, Northwest of Emo. Vice-President Garett MacDonald says the company is embarking on a number of technical and environmental studies this year to help them in that decision. MacDonald says about 30% of the area has been explored. A new gold mine could employ as many as 500-people when operational. MacDonald says its possible a mine could be in operation by 2014. New School Still in the Works Posted by Randy Thoms (B93 Fort Frances) on Friday, February 5th, 2010 am 10:24:26 AM The Rainy-River District School Board says it will proceed with caution on plans to replace its school in Mine Centre, west of Atikokan. Construction estimates have come in at about $1.7-million more than the $4.8-million being provided by the Ministry of Education. Director of Education Jack McMaster says the Board is in talks with Ministry staff on the cost overrun, but stresses they are still committed to replacing the School. Local Representation on Provincial Board Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Friday, February 5th, 2010 am 10:23:38 AM A Provincial appointment for the Chair of the Northwest Catholic District School Board. Anne-Marie Fitzgerald has been elected to the Provincial Board of Directors for the Ontario Catholic School Trustees Association. The Fort Frances Trustee will serve as a Director at Large for Region 3 which represents all Catholic School Boards in Northern Ontario. PACE Business of the Year Award Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Friday, February 5th, 2010 am 10:22:55 AM Adam Peterson has received the Patricia Area Community Endeavours Business of the Year Award. Peterson started NWO Mobile Oil and Repair Services last year. The Business offers light repair services and oil changes at the convenience of your own home or business. Mobile Oil and Repair Services works on all vehicles, ATV's, lawnmowers and snowmachines as well as providing road side assistance. Funding for Red Lake Centre Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Friday, February 5th, 2010 am 10:10:29 AM The Federal Government has handed the Red Lake Adult Learning Centre nearly $30,000. Kenora MP Greg Rickford made the announcement at the Kenora District Municipal Association Conference in Ear Falls Friday. The money will allow the Centre to move forward on the installation of a lift and making the washrooms more accessible. Two Men in Custody for Breach of Conditions Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Friday, February 5th, 2010 am 9:42:13 AM Two men are in custody for breaching conditions of their release orders. 18-year-old Kyle Duncan was arrested early Friday morning after Dryden Police received a complaint about his disruptive behaviour. The accused was located a short time later, highly intoxicated, along with an intoxicated female youth, who were both taken into custody. In the second case, Police located a male youth on Government Street and determined that he missed his court-imposed curfew. Man Charged for Alleged Assault Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Friday, February 5th, 2010 am 8:40:46 AM A 25-year-old man is in Police custody following a disturbance at a Colonization Avenue home. Dryden Police located the intoxicated individual on St. Charles Street. Police returned him to the detachment where he became aggressive and assaulted one of the officers. Police say Glen Assin faces 1-count of assault and he will appear in Court on Monday. Man Suffers Injuries Following Robbery Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Friday, February 5th, 2010 am 8:40:26 AM Dryden Police are investigating a robbery at the north stairwell of the pedestrian overpass. A local man contacted Police Tuesday indicating he had been assaulted at the site on Saturday night. The victim told officers that he believed 2-men and a woman came up behind him, pulled his jacket over his head and stole a gold ring, cash and prescription medication. The man suffered a broken nose and a possible eye socket fracture as a result. Anyone with information on the assault is asked to call Dryden Police or Crimestoppers. Gang Related Graffiti Leads to Arrest Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Friday, February 5th, 2010 am 8:39:58 AM The arrest of a Dryden youth for breaching the conditions of a probation order led to several other charges against the accused. An investigation by City Police uncovered acts of mischief at the pedestrian overpass and at a Second Street residence. Officers found gang-related graffiti at both locations. Police say the youth faces 4-counts of breaching probation and 2-counts of mischief. Ministers Absent from KDMA Conference Posted by Sheri Leviski (Mix FM Kenora) on Friday, February 5th, 2010 am 8:38:03 AM Where are the Ministers? That's what the 50-delegates attending the Kenora District Municipal Association Conference in Ear Falls are wondering as the event kicks into full gear today. President Garry Parkes says they had hoped that at least 1-Minister would attend considering the tough economic challenges the region is facing. As for resolutions, the speed limit on area Highways, the lack of rest stops, and tourism areas highlight talks. Voting on the resolutions and the new Executive will take place Saturday. Another Fatal Snowmachine Crash Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Thursday, February 4th, 2010 am 9:58:21 AM Nishnawbe-Aski Police and OPP are investigating a fatal collision involving a snowmachine on the remote Northern Reserve of Kashechewan. Police say 24-year-old Alfred Wesley Junior was traveling in an isolated area of the First Nation community. He was driving by the edge of a river and lost control and was trapped underneath his machine. Police say alcohol was not a factor in the crash. Four People Face Charges During Busy 24 Period Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Thursday, February 4th, 2010 am 7:28:13 AM 3-people have been charged and police are looking for a fourth stemming from 4-separate incidents in Sioux Lookout over the past 24-hours. OPP were called to a local hotel to deal with an intoxicated man in the lobby. Police charged 37-year-old Christopher Mezzetay of Cat Lake First Nation with failing to comply with an undertaking. The accused remains in custody. Earlier in the day, another intoxicated male was arrested at a local business for breach of probation. OPP say the third case relates to a domestic dispute and an 18-year-old man faces 1-count of assault. The unsolved case involves a 19-year-old Sioux Lookout woman who is now wanted for not complying with her release conditions. No other names have been released. Strike Vote for College Teachers Moved Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Thursday, February 4th, 2010 am 7:27:34 AM Confederation college teachers will join their Ontario colleagues and vote on a so-called final contract offer February 10th. OP-SEU has moved its strike deadline as a result. The deadline had been February 11th, but union negotiator Ted Montgomery says it has been moved to the 17th. The Ontario Labour Relations Board will oversee the vote by college faculty on the proposed contract, which was rejected by the union. Dr. Rachael Donovan, Chair of the Colleges' Bargaining team, calls the offer being put to a vote ``fair and reasonable.'' KDMA Conference Opens Tonight in Ear Falls Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Thursday, February 4th, 2010 am 7:21:27 AM Kenora MP Greg Rickford, Kenora-Rainy River MPP Howard Hampton and reps from the Ministry of Northern Development and Mines are all scheduled to address delegates attending the 69th Annual Kenora District Municipal Association Conference. The 3-day event starts tonight (Thursday) in Ear Falls. Guests with knowledge on bio-mass and renewable energy opportunities will also be in attendance. The Minister of Natural Resources was scheduled to speak at the event, however the recent Ontario Cabinet Shuffle put an end to that. NDP MP Asking for Solution to Pension Issue Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Thursday, February 4th, 2010 am 7:19:54 AM The MP for Thunder Bay-Rainy River is asking the Federal Finance Minister to make good on a promise to resolve the on-going pension shortfall issue involving AbitibiBowater and the Communications, Energy and Paperworkers Union. John Rafferty says Jim Flaherty made the promise in the House of Commons last Fall. Rafferty says the break in Parliament is the perfect time to address the issue. The NDP are also calling on the Government to negotiate with the U.S. and its Biomass Crop Assistance Program which Rafferty claims gives unfair subsidies to U.S. Mills. Rainy-River Association Against HST Posted by Randy Thoms (B93 Fort Frances) on Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010 am 9:17:12 AM Add another voice to those concerned with the new Harmonized Sales Tax. A resolution, asking the Province to reconsider implementing the harmonized sales tax, has been accepted by delegates attending the Rainy-River District Municipal Association Conference. The Association will now seek further support from municipal leaders across the Northwest. Fewer Collisions in Northwestern Ontario Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010 am 9:12:46 AM A downward trend in the number of major traffic incidents in Northwestern Ontario last year. The OPP is out with the year-end statistics for 2009. Police investigated 14-fatal collisions, down from 24 in 2007. 3,183 crashes were reported last year, a drop of 350 from the year prior. 516 of the collisions last year resulted in personal injuries, compared to 613 in '08. Kenora MP Supports Forestry Report Posted by Tim Davidson (Mix FM Kenora) on Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010 am 8:04:56 AM The MP for Kenora says he agrees with a number of recommendations made in a recent report by the Forest Products Association of Canada. The report looked at ways of saving mills across the country and expanding the forest industry. Greg Rickford says the Federal Government has been working with private industry to try and diversify the forest sector. The report's main recommendation is combining bio-fuel and bio-product operations with existing Mills in Canada. Howard Hampton Will Be Back in the Running Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010 am 8:03:26 AM Howard Hampton is quickly ending any rumours about his political future. The long-time MPP for Kenora-Rainy River says he's committed to seeking another term in the 2011 Provincial election. Hampton was first elected to Queen's Park in 1987. Communies DO Matter Posted by BGW on Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010 pm 11:58:16 PM About a hundred people turned out to a public forum hosted by "Community Matters" last night in Dryden. "Community Matters" covers the area between Dyment on the east of Dryden to Vermilion Bay on the west and was formed to study the impact on the area due to the collapse of the forest industry. Brain-storming, round table discussions saw scores of ideas from assisting small business development to making Dryden more attractive to seniors as well as building on tourism opportunities. Committee Chair Roger Valley hopes to see more groups formed in the next several weeks to bring some ideas to fruition OPP Charge Dangerous Drivers Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010 am 11:12:32 AM An early morning snow machine ride has ended up costing an Eagle River man. Dryden OPP stopped a snow machine on the ice road located at the end of Van Horne Avenue and the Government Dock early Saturday morning. Police charged a 70-year-old man with impaired driving and exceeding 80-milligrams of alcohol. In a second case, Dryden OPP charged a 48-year-old Ignace man with operating an unsafe commercial vehicle. Police discovered that a pulp truck had lost a set of dual tires as well as another separate tire. Busy January for OPP Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010 am 11:12:01 AM Tow truck companies likely made good money in the month of January. Dryden and Ignace OPP responded to 23-motor vehicle collisions in the area. Police say most of the crashes were caused weather, including rain, freezing rain and snow. OPP ask motorists to adjust their speed according to the changing weather conditions. Groundhog Day No Longer a Rodents Job Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010 am 9:19:17 AM Move over Punxsutawny Phil and Wiarton Willie...there is a new weather prognosticator in town! Dryden's Max the Moose is now handling forecasting duties for Groundhog Day. Chamber of Commerce President Phyllis Van Vogt says they hope to make this an Annual Event. Van Vogt adds they want to make it bigger and better in future years. Today's verdict, Max saw his shadow, which means 6-more weeks of Winter. Fatal Collision on Ice Road Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010 am 8:35:50 AM A 49-year-old Onegaming First Nation man is dead following a collision involving a truck and a snow machine on Lake of the Woods. The crash occurred last Friday morning on an Ice Road at Sabaskong Bay. Kenora OPP are investigating and the name of the deceased has not been released. Community Matters Public Forum Tonight Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010 am 8:30:15 AM Be a part of creating our future. Community Matters is asking Dryden and area residents to do just that as the Government funded agency holds a public forum tonight. (Tuesday) David Durance says they are looking for feedback on how we can diversify the local economy. Durance notes feedback from the community to date has been encouraging. The Forum is from 7 until 9 at the Centre. A Community Matters survey and further information is available on our CKDR website. Strong Partnership Critical in Tourism Industry Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010 am 8:28:09 AM Creating a package that is attractive to potential visitors will go a long way to improve the tourism industry in the Dryden area. That message was delivered by Joe Veneto, otherwise known as the "Opportunity Guy", at a tourism seminar in Dryden Monday. Veneto says establishing strong partnerships is critical. He notes there are a number of people in the Dryden area that have untapped expertise in tourism related issues. The event was hosted by the Dryden Development Corporation. College Strike Date Set Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010 am 8:26:54 AM Students attending Confederation College or any Ontario College are on edge. A strike deadline of February 11th has been set for in an ongoing dispute between Ontario's community college teachers and the schools. Ted Montgomery of the OP-SEU bargaining team says the deadline may help settle outstanding issues, which they believe should go to binding arbitration. Key issues for the union are workload, academic freedom and management's decision in November to impose its offer on the teachers without a vote. Mills Need to Diversify Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010 am 8:26:03 AM Mills in this Region need to expand beyond producing just pulp and paper. That's the recommendation of a new report by the Forest Products Association of Canada. Spokesperson Catherine Cobden says mills need to diversify into other products like bio-fuels and bio-products. Cobden says mills would be able to employ five times as many workers using the integrated production approach. She admits they need the support of the federal and provincial governments to transform local mills and says it could take a number of years before the transition is complete. Winter Road Network Open Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010 am 8:24:59 AM Traffic is flowing on vital winter transportation links to remote First Nations across Northwestern Ontario. A frigid December and chilly January has meant an early start to winter road construction. At Bearskin Lake First Nation, residents have already started driving south over the 256-kilometres of frozen swamp and ice to the all-season North Road which connects to Pickle Lake. The road to Bearskin Lake runs through Muskrat Dam First Nation, with links to Weagamow Lake, Keewaywin, Koocheching and Sachigo Lake First Nations. Winter roads connect 31 remote communities to the province's permanent highway and rail systems. Groundhog-Moose Day Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010 am 8:24:23 AM Today (Tuesday) is Groundhog Day and for the first time Dryden's Max the Moose is getting involved and taking on the role as groundhog. Max and Chamber of Commerce officials will get together at 9 o'clock to predict either 6-more weeks of winter or an early spring. Forecasting groundhogs are three-for-three so far. And, all three are calling for six more weeks of winter after emerging from their burrows early this morning. Wiarton Willie, Shubenacadie Sam and Punxsutawney Phil each saw their respective shadows. Four Hurt in Van/Train Crash Posted by BGW on Monday, February 1st, 2010 pm 1:45:17 PM Four people were injured after their van collided with a CN train Sunday morning in Fort Frances. Fort OPP were called to the CN Rail Crossing at Atwood Road in Dawson Towship at about 9:30. Apparently, a southband van collided with a slow-moving westbound train. Four occupants of the van were taken to Rainy River Hospital with non-life threatening injuries. OPP and CN Rail officials are investigating. Kenora OPP Officer Hit by Vehicle Posted by BW on Monday, February 1st, 2010 pm 1:36:32 PM A Kenora OPP Officer was hit by a vehicle while conducting traffic control Friday night. OPP say the unidentified officer was controlling traffic on Veterans Drive at about 10 PM when he was hit by a vehicle. The officer was taken to Lake of the Woods hospital with 'non life threatening' injuries. Members of the OPP Technical Traffic Collision Investigation Unit attended to assist officers with the scene examination. There is no word on possible charges at this time. Dryden Moving up on Monopoly Board Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Monday, February 1st, 2010 pm 1:30:40 PM Dryden is climbing in voting for a space on the Canadian version of Monopoly. Dryden currently sits in 19th place in Wildcard voting. Hasbro has decided to hide the leaderboard until voting is complete. The final vote will be tallied up on February 7th. You can vote for Dryden once each day. A link is available at www.ckdr.net Time to Put Phone Away While Driving Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Monday, February 1st, 2010 am 8:14:55 AM It is now against the law to talk or text on your cellphone while driving. The grace period for Bill 118 is over in Ontario. Anyone caught chatting on the phone or browsing through songs on an MP3 Player will be hit with a total fine of $185. If you need to make a 911 Emergency call, Dryden Police and OPP ask that you please pull over and make the call. Job Openings With OPP Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Monday, February 1st, 2010 am 8:13:16 AM The Ontario Provincial Police is trying to convince more people from Northwestern Ontario to consider a career in policing. Sergeant Darryl Wilson is an OPP recruiter and says there has always been some difficulty in convincing Northerners to consider a career in policing. Wilson says some feel their age is a deterrent, but notes the last graduating class, included a student who was 48-years old. Unique Idea To Create Jobs Posted by Tim Davidson (Mix FM Kenora) on Monday, February 1st, 2010 am 8:12:37 AM The Provincial Government is being urged to form a Crown Corporation to open Pulp and Paper Mills that have been shut down in Northern Ontario and operate them. The suggestions comes from the union representing hospital workers in Ontario. Michael Hurley is President of the Ontario Council of Hospital Unions and says its a practical solution to a very bleak situation in this region. Hurley says the Ontario government could not only own and operate the mills, but encourage local residents to purchase Ontario paper products. Fatal Snow Machine Collision Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Monday, February 1st, 2010 am 8:11:28 AM Fort Frances OPP are investigating a fatal collision involving 2-snowmachines. Police say the 2-sleds collided head-on Thursday evening on Couchinching First Nation. 33-year-old Aaron Hyatt was killed, while the passenger on his snowmachine and the driver of the other were taken to hospital with non-life threatening injuries. OPP Recruitment Efforts Continue Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Friday, January 29th, 2010 am 9:11:57 AM The Ontario Provincial Police is trying to convince more people from Northwestern Ontario to consider a career in policing. Sergeant Darryl Wilson is an OPP recruiter and says there has always been some difficulty in convincing Northerners to consider a career in policing. Wilson says some feel their age is a deterrent, but notes the last graduating class, included a student who was 48-years old. New Abattoir in Northwestern Ontario Posted by Randy Thoms (B93 Fort Frances) on Friday, January 29th, 2010 am 9:11:13 AM An official with the Ministry of Agriculture says a new abattoir in Emo will put the District's cattle producers in a good position to help sell their products to area consumers. Livestock Specialist Barry Potter says by building a brand, producers can actually take advantage of a local market that's somewhat distant from others in the country. Potter says the Government has established a number of programs that can help cattle farmers establish those brands. John Albanese Back as Chair Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Friday, January 29th, 2010 am 9:08:09 AM John Albanese is back as Chair of the Northwestern Health Unit. Albanese, who has served in that capacity for the past 6 years, says he wanted to remain on during the accreditation period. The Fort Frances Councilor says the move also provides some consistency for the board in an election year. Since Albanese is appointed to the board by the Province, he would not lose his seat if he's defeated in this Fall's elections. Atikokan Paramedic Heading to Nicaragua Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Friday, January 29th, 2010 am 9:05:30 AM An Atikokan paramedic is heading to Nicaragua this spring. Jodi Hamilton is taking part in the Canadian Federation of Student's Volunteer Abroad program and hopes to apply her skills at a local hospital. Hamilton is currently fundraising for the trip which costs $4,500. Power Outage in Sioux Lookout Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Friday, January 29th, 2010 am 9:03:23 AM The power will be out in Sioux Lookout on Sunday. Sioux Lookout Hydro says an emergency power interruption will take place from 10 o'clock until 2 o'clock. All Sioux Lookout Hydro customers, including those in Hudson and Alcona will be impacted. Customers on Highway 72 South and Frenchman's Head are also effected. Crews will be performing critical maintenance at the Sam Lake Distribution Station. Order of Ontario Selections Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Friday, January 29th, 2010 am 8:27:23 AM Two individuals with ties to this area have been named to the Order of Ontario. Shirley Peruniak and Fraser Dougall were both honored at a special ceremony in Toronto this week. Peruniak makes her home in the Kingston area, but maintains a cabin in the Atikokan area. She is known as the heart and soul of Quetico, having spent 35-years studying and promoting the park as a world-renowned wilderness destination. Dougall is a media magnate in Thunder Bay. He owned CKDR and our sister stations in Fort Frances and Kenora for a brief period of time in the late 60's and 1970's. Health Care Issues Take Centre Stage Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Friday, January 29th, 2010 am 8:26:30 AM Area Hospitals are banding together to convince the Province that health care issues in the North are unique and need to be addressed. Senior staff from Dryden, Red Lake, Atikokan, Sioux Lookout, Fort Frances and Kenora participated in a Pre-Budget Consultation Conference Call on Thursday. Dryden CEO Wade Petraink asked the Government to support a 2% increase in base funding, recognizing that both sides face extreme financial challenges. Petranik says transportation and access to services are other challenges area Hospitals want to see addressed. Think of the Youth Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Friday, January 29th, 2010 am 8:25:15 AM The Northwest Business Centre is asking the Province to consider the youth when finalizing the Northern Growth Plan. The Centre says more strategies need to be implemented to help retain and attract young professionals. Feedback on the Growth plan is being accepted until the end of February. Fish Management Plan Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Friday, January 29th, 2010 am 8:24:37 AM There will be an extensive study of area lakes this Summer by the Ministry of Natural Resources. Data from 130 lakes in the Dryden, Kenora and Fort Frances area will be collected. Biologist Melissa Mosley says they want to develop a regional fisheries management plan. The survey of lakes will be done every 5-years, with the plan updated every 10. CP Rail Line Now Open Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Thursday, January 28th, 2010 am 9:01:22 AM The Canadian Pacific Rail line is now open following Monday Morning's train derailment at Waldof. Spokesperson Mike LoVecchio says clean-up efforts in the area continue after 19-cars hauling grain left the tracks. He adds the cause of the incident is under investigation and notes it could take some time. No one was injured and there was no threat to public safety. Alberta Residents Face a Long List of Charges Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Thursday, January 28th, 2010 am 9:00:07 AM Two Alberta residents who attempted to flee from Police Wednesday are now in custody. OPP in Marathon were contacted after a vehicle drove off without paying for fuel. Officers spotted the eastbound vehicle on Highway 17 and attempted to pull it over, however the driver sped away. Police chased the vehicle for a brief period but called off the pursuit due to concerns for public safety. The vehicle was again spotted a short time later on the Trans-Canada and police used a spike belt to slow the car down. The suspects still tried to escape by driving 5-kilometres on 2-deflated tires before finally giving up. OPP recovered a loaded firearm and an edged weapon in the vehicle and discovered that the two occupants were wanted in other jurisdictions. 25-year-old John Keyler and 18-year-old Alanna Weder face a total of 12-charges. Take It Easy on Area Roads Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Thursday, January 28th, 2010 am 7:39:49 AM OPP are warning motorists to take it easy on area Highways. Highway 17 both east and west of Dryden was closed Wednesday for a brief period of time. The Trans-Canada was closed for 3-hours between Vermilion Bay and Kenora due to a collision involving 2-transports. A third vehicle left the road and clipped a rock cut to avoid the crash. One of the transport drivers was transported to hospital with minor injuries. Highway 17 was also closed between Dryden and Ignace due to a collision. Police say poor road conditions was a factor in both incidents. Busy 24 Period for OPP in Sioux Lookout Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Thursday, January 28th, 2010 am 7:38:39 AM OPP officers in Sioux Lookout continue to be earning their pay. Police responded to 19-calls for service during a 24-hour period Tuesday and Wednesday. OPP say 1-person was issued a 3-day license suspension and a Webequie First Nations man was charged with impaired driving, driving with over 80-milligrams of alcohol in his blood and flight from a peace officer. Red Lake Drug Bust Posted by Walchuk on Wednesday, January 27th, 2010 pm 7:11:18 PM Five people have been arrested after an OPP raid on a Red Lake home on Tuesday. OPP say members of the Police Drug Enforcement Unit and the Red Lake Crime unit executed a search warrant on the home, seizing over 30 thousand dollars in drugs and cash. Five people were arrested including Richard Jeffery (44) and Margaret Jeffery (46), both of Red Lake. Each was charged with two counts of possession for the purpose of trafficking and one of posession of property obtained by crime. The identities of the other three people were not released. Youth in Custody Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Wednesday, January 27th, 2010 am 11:24:52 AM A local youth is in custody after the boy was arrested by Dryden Police Tuesday evening. Police say the accused has been charged with failing to comply with conditions of an undertaking as well as possession of a controlled substance. The boy was on conditions after he was released from OPP in Pickle Lake. Highway 17 Now Open Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Wednesday, January 27th, 2010 am 10:45:23 AM Traffic is moving once again on the Trans-Canada Highway between Vermilion Bay and Kenora. Highway 17 was shutdown around 7 o'clock Wednesday morning due to a 2-vehicle collision at Little Joe Lake, about 40-kilometres west of Vermilion Bay. OPP say the crash involved 2-transports. Witnesses tell CKDR that one of the tractor-trailer units hit a rock-cut. There is no word on injuries. Dryden OPP say Highway 17 has reopened to both lanes of traffic. Road conditions are slippery and motorists are asked to slow down. Atikokan Landmark Destroyed Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Wednesday, January 27th, 2010 am 9:44:01 AM The former Moose Hall has burned to the ground in Atikokan. Fire crews were dispatched to the downtown landmark early Monday morning and firefighters remained on scene until late Tuesday. Mayor Dennis Brown says its a sad day for the community as the Hall was a staple in the community since the early 1970's. Brown says the Moose was the site of numerous activities and was a meeting place for Town residents. He adds that due to difficult economic times, the Moose Hall was closed about 3-years ago. The Ontario Fire Marshall's Office is investigating the cause. The building was vacant and no one was injured. KDSB Looking to Reign in Spending Posted by Tim Davidson (Mix FM Kenora) on Wednesday, January 27th, 2010 am 8:40:58 AM Municipalities in the Kenora District say they would like to see the budget for social services cut this year. The Kenora District Service Board met Monday to review the 2010 budget. Chair Rory McMillan says they have requested a 1% cut. McMillan says many members of the District Services Board say they would like the agency to tighten its belt and not increase staffing levels this year. He adds a 1% cut would amount to about $130,000, but any reduction could result in less money from the Provincial Government as well. LU a Popular Destination Posted by Sheri Leviski (Mix FM Kenora) on Wednesday, January 27th, 2010 am 8:39:25 AM More students are applying for a spot at Lakehead University in Thunder Bay this year compared to last year. Lakehead has seen a 6.2% increase in the number of applications from High School students. President Fred Gilbert says at this point its difficult to say which courses are drawing the most interest. Gilbert adds they expect an increase in applications from mature students because of the employment situation in the province. Lawsuit Moving Ahead Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Wednesday, January 27th, 2010 am 8:31:45 AM The former Grand Chief of Grand Council Treaty 3 will be allowed to go ahead with a lawsuit filed against the OPP. Leon Jourdain is suing the police in the aftermath of a sexual assault allegation made against him 6-years ago. The move was granted by a Superior Court Justice. The judge ruled the defamation, negligent investigation and malicious prosecution suit can go to trial. Fatal Incident Outside Schreiber Posted by Mike Ebbeling Courtesy of the Chronicle Journal on Wednesday, January 27th, 2010 am 8:30:39 AM A Thunder Bay construction company is facing 2-workplace orders after the death of a contract worker last week on the CPR line near Schreiber. The Ministry of Labour says the orders against B-J Halow & Sons mean scaling work at the fatality site are not to continue until reasonable precautions are taken. A 52-year-old man died when an excavator machine fell off a rail car and plunged 25 metres down a steep cliff onto the Lake Superior shore. CPR is not facing any work orders. Damaged Ice Shack Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Tuesday, January 26th, 2010 am 11:10:57 AM Efforts to restore the Warm Up Shack at the outdoor ice rink in Balmertown have been wasted. Red Lake OPP say several youth were involved in damaging the shack. Officers discovered graffiti and burn marks on the walls and ceiling. Four 15-year-old's and a 16-year-old boy have been charged as a result. The Municipality had repainted the shack last winter to make it more enjoyable for skaters. Police Catch Young Suspects Smashing Bottles Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Tuesday, January 26th, 2010 am 11:10:07 AM Three people are in trouble with the law after Dryden Police responded to a disturbance complaint on Victoria Street. Police received a report that some kids were on the street breaking beer bottles. 19-year-old Jordan Rupert and a 15-year-old female have been charged with breaching the conditions of their probation order. Police say a 16-year-old faces a similar charge. All 3-have been charged with disposing of glass in a public place. Drugs Seized at Airport Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Tuesday, January 26th, 2010 am 10:22:25 AM A Fort Hope woman faces possession for the purpose of trafficking charges after Nishnawbe-Aski First Nation Police intercepted a shipment of illegal prescription drugs. The drugs were headed to the remote Northern reserve. Officers seized nearly $11,000 worth of oxycontin and percocet pills. 27-year-old Tina Atlookan is scheduled to make an April 8th Court appearance. 2010 Swine Flu Free So Far Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Tuesday, January 26th, 2010 am 10:21:54 AM Northwestern Ontario has been swine flu free so far in 2010. The latest statistics from the Ministry of Health show there were no new cases of the H1N1 virus last week in either the Northwestern Health Unit or Thunder Bay Health Unit catchment areas. Across the province there were just 9-new cases of swine flu reported last week. CPR Line Remains Closed Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Tuesday, January 26th, 2010 am 7:29:08 AM Clean-Up efforts continue at the site of Monday morning's train derailment, west of Dryden, when 17-cars hauling grain left the tracks. Work crews and heavy equipment arrived in Waldof late yesterday to begin recovery efforts. Motorists can now use the public rail crossing, however you are urged to caution in the area. Canadian Pacific Railway Spokesperson Mike LoVecchio says its too early to tell when the CP line will reopen to rail traffic. The cause of the derailment is under investigation. No one was injured in the incident and there was no threat to public safety. Area Residents Not a Healthy Group Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Tuesday, January 26th, 2010 am 7:26:49 AM A troubling report about the state of our health from the Heart and Stroke Foundation. The area overseen by the Northwestern Health Unit had the highest number of residents considered obese or overweight and the highest percentage of residents with high blood pressure in all of Canada. Smoking, drinking and diabetes rates are also higher then most in our country. The report indicates some disturbing trends, such as an increase in the number of young women who are considered at a high risk of heart disease. MPP Concerned About Budget Increase Posted by Mike Ebbeling Courtesy of the Canadian Press on Tuesday, January 26th, 2010 am 7:23:30 AM The MPP for Kenora-Rainy River says the legal aid system needs more than just more money for legal aid lawyers. The province has agreed to increase the rates paid to lawyers in a bid to end a months-long boycott. However, Howard Hampton says the deal doesn't address the bigger problems in Ontario's legal system, like the difficulty for people to get a legal aid certificate in the first place. Hampton is also wondering how the Government plans to pay for the budget increase Stolen Boat Results in Charges Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Tuesday, January 26th, 2010 am 7:19:22 AM A 32-year-old man faces charges after a boat was stolen from a Sioux Lookout dealership. Police say the incident occurred on January 7th and the accused was arrested 2-weeks later. OPP say Scott McKinnon has been charged with theft under $5,000, possession of stolen property and breach of recognizance. Poor Road Conditions Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Tuesday, January 26th, 2010 am 5:39:21 AM OPP responded to several motor vehicle collisions over the weekend due to the blast of winter weather. Kenora OPP say Highway 17 was closed briefly Sunday after an eastbound transport left the road near Dogtooth Lake. The driver was transported to Hospital with minor injuries. Police ask that you slow down and use extreme care when traveling. Information on Train Derailment Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Monday, January 25th, 2010 am 11:30:28 AM A train derailment at the Canadian Pacific Rail line in Waldof, west of Dryden is under investigation. Spokesperson Michael LoVecchio says 11-cars from an eastbound grain train left the tracks Monday morning. LoVecchio stresses there were no injuries and no environmental hazards. He notes clean-up efforts are underway. He stresses the clean-up will take longer then usual because of the winter storm that is battering our area. The derailment is blocking the crossing at South Waldof. Motorists can use Andy Meyers Road as an alternative. Hoshizaki Looking for Support to Build New Centre Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Monday, January 25th, 2010 am 10:40:55 AM The Hoshizaki House in Dryden no longer meets the safety or accessibility needs of their clients and now the Crisis Centre is turning to the Government for support to build a new facility. Executive Director Allyson Coogan says they are trying to secure $1-million from the Ministry of Community and Social Services. Coogan says they are seeking letters of support. The current building was built in 1908 and has outdated wiring and flooring. HST Debate Continues Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Monday, January 25th, 2010 am 10:39:41 AM The Federal NDP continues to hold Town Hall Meetings on the Harmonized Sales Tax. A public forum was held in Kenora last week. Conservative Kenora MP Greg Rickford says the NDP has to realize it's not a Federal issue. Rickford says Thunder Bay-Superior North MP Bruce Hyer, who was in Dryden and Sioux Lookout, should be spending more time in his riding, speaking to his constituents about real issues of concern. Time To Nominate Dryden for Monopoly Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Monday, January 25th, 2010 am 10:37:59 AM Imagine...a Dryden space on the hit board game Monopoly. It's possible, but we need your support. You can vote for Dryden to have a space on the new Canadian version. Only 10 communities will be selected to advance to the next round of wildcard voting. Tourism Concerns in Northwestern Ontario Posted by Tim Davidson (Mix FM Kenora) on Monday, January 25th, 2010 am 10:36:54 AM The leader of Ontario's Sunset Country Travel Association is spreading the word about the Provincial Government's new tourism marketing regions. Gerry Cariou says there's a lack of information and communication about certain aspects of the new tourism initiative. Cariou says he'll be taking part in discussions with the Province in the near future. He is concerned about whether the money generated in this region will be sent back to Sunset Country in marketing funds and if the new marketing regions are just another layer of bureaucracy. Changes at the MNR Office Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Monday, January 25th, 2010 am 10:35:57 AM The Ministry of Natural Resources is shaking up the way it does business. A re-alignment has been completed, with 2-new divisions and the elimination of others. Greg Ferrant is with the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters and says the jury is still out whether the changes will be good or not. Ferrant says the MNR has created a separate policy branch and a Provincial Services Division which deals with fish and wildlife management. Train Derailment in Waldof Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Monday, January 25th, 2010 am 10:31:17 AM Few details are known about a train derailment on the Canadian Pacific Railway line, west of Dryden. Witnesses say a train left the tracks near Waldof around 9:30 this morning. Spokesperson Mike LoVecchio says they are investigating the incident. The derailment is blocking the crossing at South Waldof. Motorists can use Andy Meyers Road as an alternative. Indoor Grow Operation in Dryden Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Monday, January 25th, 2010 am 10:23:16 AM Dryden Police and OPP have uncovered a major drug operation. Officers executed a search warrant at a Jonasson Road home and recovered 31-marijuana plants, 6-pounds of dried marijuana, 28-grams of hash oil and $1,500 in cash. Police say 70-year-old Wulf Bachmann has been charged with production of marijuana, production of hash oil, possession for the purpose of trafficking and possession of proceeds obtained by crime. The street value of the drugs is nearly $45,000. Bachmann is scheduled to make a March Court appearance. Drug Bust at McGogy Road Home Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Monday, January 25th, 2010 am 10:22:25 AM A 55-year-old faces charges following a drug bust at a McGogy Road home. Dryden Police and OPP recovered a quarter pound of marijuana and $4,700 in cash. Police say the value of the drugs is nearly $3,000. David Plomp faces charges of possession for the purpose of trafficking and possession of proceeds obtained by crime. He will appear in court next month. Pills Seized Before They Hit Remote North Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Monday, January 25th, 2010 am 8:36:14 AM The Combined Forces Drug Enforcement Unit has laid 36-charges against 3-individuals following a drug bust in Sioux Lookout. Police discovered that the 3-were transporting Oxycodone pills from Sioux Lookout to a number of First Nation communities including Fort Hope, Kasabonika and Big Trout Lake. Officers seized 900-pills and $10,000 cash. 25-year-old Simon Sinnawap of Fort Hope faces 1-count of possession and 10-counts of trafficking charges. 26-year-old Leonid Shipner of Sioux Lookout faces 13-charges. Mississauga resident, 44-year-old Shane Presley, faces 1-charge. NDP Member Not Pleased With Deal Posted by Tim Davidson (Mix FM Kenora) on Monday, January 25th, 2010 am 8:34:54 AM The Provincial Government is being hammered for a $7-billion green electricity deal it signed last week with Samsung. Kenora-Rainy River MPP Howard Hampton says the deal will have absolutely no economic benefit for Northern Ontario. Hampton says all the solar and wind projects will be located in Southern Ontario and won't provide any employment opportunities for this region. The NDP member adds the deal will likely mean much higher electricity bills for people in this region. Prescription Pills Seized Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Monday, January 25th, 2010 am 8:33:14 AM Sioux Lookout OPP have charged 3-people following 2-separate drug busts in the community. Police seized $15,000 worth of Oxycontin pills. 38-year-old Jason Wilson of Sioux Lookout, 29-year-old Joy Quequish of Big Trout Lake and 28-year-old Dorothy Ombash of New Saugeen First Nation all face possession for the purpose of trafficking charges. Winter is Here!!! Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Monday, January 25th, 2010 am 8:31:42 AM Basically our first taste of winter has resulted in several cancellations today. (Monday) School Bus transportation has been grounded in every community in our listening area. Exams at area High School's for today have been rescheduled to February 1st. All Highway's remain open however extreme caution is urged. Police have had to respond to several minor motor vehicle collisions. Dryden was hit with some 15-centimetres of snow overnight. More stories can be found in our news archives. |
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