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Blind River firehall to welcome visitors this weekend

Blind River firehall to welcome visitors this weekend

The Blind River fire department is hosting an open house on Saturday
OPP remind drivers of school bus safety

OPP remind drivers of school bus safety

'Once the bus comes to a complete stop, the red lights will flash and the stop arm will be extended which signals to drivers in both directions that they MUST stop'
Thessalon man accused of threatening police officers

Thessalon man accused of threatening police officers

38-year-old also charged with violating a court order not be at a particular property
Good morning, Elliot Lake!

Good morning, Elliot Lake!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
Hot, humid conditions continue today: Environment Canada

Hot, humid conditions continue today: Environment Canada

A sharp cool down is expected in the wake of a cold front tonight, Environment Canada says
Blind River Councillor Joe Connell resigns

Blind River Councillor Joe Connell resigns

Blind River council is again looking to fill a vacancy
Heat warning could extend into Wednesday: Environment Canada

Heat warning could extend into Wednesday: Environment Canada

It looks like the hot and humid weather might stick around a little longer than originally expected
Seniors Games expected to return to Blind River next year

Seniors Games expected to return to Blind River next year

The event hasn't been on the town’s calendar of annual activities since 2019
Annual Witches Dance returns to Blind River next month

Annual Witches Dance returns to Blind River next month

Mayor Sally Hagman says be on the lookout for witch creeping around town every Friday in September
One new wildfire reported Tuesday is not under control

One new wildfire reported Tuesday is not under control

Hearst 18 is a 300 hectare fire located about 103 kilometers northeast of Hearst