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Pathlight : The Slide into Darkness

Pathlight : The Slide into Darkness

This is the season of the darkness here in the Boreal forests of the north. Snow has begun to swirl although not in earnest, but we all know it is coming, along with the dropping temperatures and the longer nights. From now until Solstice on December 21, the shortest day of the year, we will [Read more]

Letter to the Editor: CN Rail Avoids Responsibility?

Letter to the Editor: CN Rail Avoids Responsibility?

The views and opinions expressed in Letters to the Editor published by OntarioNewsNorth.com do not necessarily reflect those of OntarioNewsNorth.com, its contributors or advertisers. It is the responsibility of the reader to research facts/opinions expressed in the Letters to the Editor to form [Read more]

Expanding Broadband Services in Greenstone Region

Expanding Broadband Services in Greenstone Region

Improving Access for Northern Households and Businesses Canada and Ontario are helping the Greenstone region better connect to the information highway.  An investment in telecommunications infrastructure will bring modern, high‑speed broadband technology to residents, businesses and community [Read more]

Holy Angels School 2015 Graduation & Awards

Holy Angels School 2015 Graduation & Awards

Photos and details provided by Holy Angels School SCHREIBER, ON – Superior North Catholic District School Board’s Holy Angels School celebrated its 2015 Grade 8 graduates June 24th with a Mass officiated by Father Alex Barrion, awards ceremony and presentation of diplomas.  Students [Read more]

Terrace Bay Municipal Swimming Pool Schedule July 6 – 12

Terrace Bay Municipal Swimming Pool Schedule July 6 – 12

TERRACE BAY, ON – The Township of Terrace Bay Recreation Department has released the schedule for the Terrace Bay Pool and there are plenty of options for aquatic enthusiasts of all ages. Among the swims included are the schedule (download to view or print here) are: OPEN SWIMS Unaccompanied [Read more]

2015 MPS Grads

2015 MPS Grads

MANITOUWADGE, ON – Wow – what an exciting time for Manitouwadge Public School students!  Winding down the school year is always very busy and 2015 was no different.  June marks the end of another great school year as well as one more step towards the future for our students.  [Read more]

Marathon Slow-Pitch League : Results & Game Times (Tonight) +Video

Marathon Slow-Pitch League : Results & Game Times (Tonight) +Video

By John Hooper Sr. MARATHON, ON – At last nights games, the Hotdogs and Cupcakes defeated Lord of the Infield Flies 26-9 while Outlaws tie for first in league with a 7-0 forfeit of Jagerbombers.   Hey Baseball Fans, scroll past the rankings and upcoming game information for a cool video [Read more]

MGH Hospital Happenings : Bursary Awarded to Local Graduate

MGH Hospital Happenings : Bursary Awarded to Local Graduate

Judith C. Harris Bursary 2015 The Manitouwadge General Hospital is pleased to announce that the recipient of the 2015 Judith C. Harris Bursary is Briar Hunter.  Briar will pursue her university education in the health care field.  Mrs. Harris, Board Chair presented the $1,000 bursary letter at [Read more]

MMSPL June 25th Results, League Rankings & Upcoming Games

MMSPL June 25th Results, League Rankings & Upcoming Games

Courtesy John Hooper Sr. MARATHON, ON – In baseball action Thursday, the Brewers defeated Outlaws 13-8. Meanwhile in the evening’s second match up, Brokerlink defeated Lord of The Infield Flies 23-8 to take the first place rank from the Crossover Video Jays in the current league [Read more]

Pathlight: Father’s Day and National Aboriginal Day

Pathlight: Father’s Day and National Aboriginal Day

Two different celebrations fall on the same day – National Aboriginal Day and Father’s Day. The first Father’s Day celebration occurred on July 5, 1908 in Fairmont, West Virginia, USA, and is now widely celebrated in countries around the world on various different days. The first National [Read more]

New Resource to Improve Employment Opps for People with Developmental Disabilities

New Resource to Improve Employment Opps for People with Developmental Disabilities

Province Supporting Local Employers and Community Agencies Ontario is helping more people with developmental disabilities find and keep jobs in the community.The province is contributing $800,000 to help create a new Centre of Excellence for Employment Services. The new centre, which will be run by [Read more]

100+ Walkers Attend 2015 MCAG 5km Walk & BBQ

100+ Walkers Attend 2015 MCAG 5km Walk & BBQ

MANITOUWADGE, ON – Saturday, May 9th, the Manitouwadge Cancer Assistance Group held their annual Share the Care 5km Walk & BBQ. The annual fundraiser, hosted in collaboration with the Manitouwadge Volunteer Firefighters, has become an increasingly important part of the MCAG’s [Read more]

Canadian Students Win Top 2 Prizes At International Secondary School Science Fair

Canadian Students Win Top 2 Prizes At International Secondary School Science Fair

From the Editor:Thanks to one of ONN’s readers, scroll down to the comments below the article to learn about the Northwestern Ontario connection to this story! From: Society for Science and the Public The Intel International Science and Engineering Fair (Intel ISEF), a program of Society for [Read more]

Fitness Club Flexes Fundraising Muscle

Fitness Club Flexes Fundraising Muscle

Photography by Linda Osiecki MANITOUWADGE, ON – The Manitouwadge Fitness Club recently held a fundraiser, at the recreation centre auditorium. The ‘main event’, an arm wrestling tournament, and live entertainment by the Dead Horse Creek Band certainly drew in a crowd however [Read more]

OPP Supports Disposal of Unused Prescriptions : Wawa & Greenstone Drop-Off Info

OPP Supports Disposal of Unused Prescriptions : Wawa & Greenstone Drop-Off Info

May 9th is Prescription Drug Drop Off Day ORILLIA, ON – Prescription medications can be misused in ways not intended by the physician who prescribes them. In an effort to help keep drugs out of the wrong hands, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) will be supporting the Prescription Drug Drop Off [Read more]

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