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Man wanted on warrant arrested in Thessalon area

Man wanted on warrant arrested in Thessalon area

OPP say officers recognized the driver of a Jeep while on patrol along Highway 17
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Treaty 9 Nations press ahead with lawsuit on Far North mine development

Treaty 9 Nations press ahead with lawsuit on Far North mine development

Communities want 'dual decision-making regime' established to govern traditional territories
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All 6 fires at Watabeag Lake being held

All 6 fires at Watabeag Lake being held

The air quality index for the North Bay area has reached dangerous levels, while a special air quality statement remains in effect in Elliot Lake
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EDITORIAL: More transparency needed on Elliot Lake’s new Strategic Plan

EDITORIAL: More transparency needed on Elliot Lake’s new Strategic Plan

A strategic planning consultant has recommended three or four public drop-in sessions
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CANADA: After escaping violence and persecution, LGBTQ refugees find peace

CANADA: After escaping violence and persecution, LGBTQ refugees find peace

Paul Canary Kanyamu says life felt like "hell on Earth" before he escaped violence and found refuge in Canada about two months ago
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OPP look for persons of interest in perfume theft

OPP look for persons of interest in perfume theft

Around $1,000 in merchandise was stolen from an Ontario Avenue store
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Fire hazard high to extreme across most of Northeast Region

Fire hazard high to extreme across most of Northeast Region

'Cochrane 7' remains largest burn and is not under under control
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Good morning, Elliot Lake!

Good morning, Elliot Lake!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
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BEYOND LOCAL: Tourism businesses in a ‘dire’ state

BEYOND LOCAL: Tourism businesses in a ‘dire’ state

The tourism association is calling on the federal government to extend the zero-interest repayment deadline for CEBA loans to Dec. 31, 2025, two years past the current deadline
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Poll: About half aren't confident they could get quick emergency care

Poll: About half aren't confident they could get quick emergency care

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