Dubreuilville Father’s Day Walleye Derby a success by Karina Hunter In spite of record low water levels on the Magpie River, Dubreuilville’s Father’s Day Walleye Derby, one of the largest in the area with $12 000+ in prizes, was a huge success this weekend. Unfortunately, the [Read more]
Annual 1st Day of Summer Celebrations by Karina Hunter MANITOUWADGE, ON – JUNE 21, 2010 – Residents gathered on the lawn in front of the Oasis Pool at the Recreation Centre centre last night for Manitouwadge’s Annual First Day of Summer Celebration. The Leisure Services Department [Read more]
WHITE RIVER, ON – June 19th, 2010 – Members of White River’s Harmony Club, gathered to face off at cards this Saturday evening. They were, as always, very welcoming when I arrived and happy to fill me in on the Club’s latest news as they played bid Euchre. I asked [Read more]
BARRICK – HEMLO – 25th Aniversary HAND DRAWN & PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST 2010 Those wanting to enter in Barrick Hemlo’s 25th Anniversary Hand Drawn & Photography Contest should note that the deadline is quickly approaching. This contest is for hand drawn pictures as well as photographs [Read more]
Charity Casino Streets Closed for Classic Cars by Ron Jung THUNDER BAY, ON – June 19th, 2010 – The Thunder Bay Vintage Sports Car Club hosted a memorable 3 day event this past weekend. All types of vintage sports cars started arriving on Thursday to register and take part in a [Read more]
Clelia II arrival brings Nipigon, Dorion and Red Rock area businesses together (Top of Lake Superior) The Clelia II is the first cruise ship in modern history to visit Nipigon Bay, and a boatload of fun celebrations are planned in Red Rock every day the ship is in port! The volunteer committee [Read more]
Pic River Aboriginal Day Celebrations by Karina Hunter PIC RIVER, ON – Saturday, June 19th Pic River First Nations residents welcomed their Northshore neighbours for a full day of family oriented fun. Activities began at 10am with Cultural Teachings in the Tipi at the Mouth of the Pic River; [Read more]
2010 Canyon Country Challenge by Marvin Broughton DORION, ON – The 7th Annual Canyon Country Classic was held on Saturday, June 12 at the Dorion Community Centre in Dorion. About 100 participants turned out for the race and were greeted with ideal running weather as the day was cloudy and [Read more]
McGuinty Government Encourages Ontarians To Experience Aboriginal Culture June 21 is National Aboriginal Day. This provides a unique opportunity to enjoy the numerous Aboriginal cultural events taking place across the province and learn about the rich heritage of Aboriginal peoples in Ontario and [Read more]
Perry Lake Trail Walk by Karina Hunter MANITOUWADGE, ON – Sunday, June 14th, a group of nearly 40 adventurous nature enthusiasts headed out on the Perry Lake Trail in Manitouwadge, part of the community’s Turn Off the Screens Week the walk was sponsored by the Manitouwadge Conservation Club [Read more]
MANITOUWADGE, ON – 34 Students returned their tracking sheets to Thunder Bay District Health Unit (TBDHU) Public Health Nurse (PHN) and Turn Off the Screens Week (TOTS) Organizer Jackie Jung, for a chance to win some incredible prizes. Grand Prize winner of the $100.00+ sports pack – [Read more]
Teen Challenge Visits the Bethany Pentecostal Assembly by Pastor Gary Burt MANITOUWADGE, ON – Saturday June 5th and Sunday June 6th, Bethany Pentecostal Chapel was privileged to welcome four members of Teen Challenge North; a non-profit, interdenominational, faith-based program. The young [Read more]
THUNDER BAY: THE NEW HOLLYWOOD THIS SUMMER Feature Film 10‐57 Starts Filming In Thunder Bay NEXT WEEK; Cast & Crew From All Over Canada Descend On The City; Mayor Supports Local Filmmakers. Filmmakers and industry professionals descend on Thunder Bay this summer for the shooting of feature [Read more]
Thursday June 17, 2010 “Batchewana First Nation Commends the Accomplishments of 2010 Graduates” The Batchewana Learning Centre (BLC) will be hosting their 32nd annual education celebration, recognizing Batchewana First Nation’s students graduating from Senior Kindergarten, Grade eight, Grade [Read more]
The Ojibways of the Pic River First Nations welcome you to join them in celebrating Aboriginal Day, this Saturday, June 19th. Family oriented events will be ongoing during the day, ending with a huge fireworks display in the evening at the Powwow grounds. This event is open and free to the [Read more]
