Posts Tagged ‘Northwestern Ontario News’
Written by Tyler Davis on 15 November 2016
Last week, we touched on the progression of animated movies over the years from the Disney classics to “Sausage Party”, the raunchy animated film geared for adult audiences. This week, we turn back our attention to family friendly animated fare. Back in 2003, the world was introduced to Nemo- [Read more]
Written by Tyler Davis on 08 November 2016
For many years, spanning decades, animated movies have been seen as kid and family friendly. Many kids grew up watching what we now perceive as Disney classics like Cinderella, 101 Dalmatians, Pinocchio, etc. More recently, titles like Finding Nemo, Monsters Inc. and the Incredibles have all become [Read more]
Written by Greenstone OPP on 03 November 2016
GREENSTONE, ON – Greenstone OPP are currently investigating the theft of a 12 gauge shotgun and a 30-06 rifle from a pickup truck. On Wednesday, November 2nd, 2016, Greenstone were contacted by the vehicle owner. Police learned that the vehicle had been parked on Fourth Avenue SW in [Read more]
Written by Nipigon Detachment OPP on 03 November 2016
NIPIGON, ON – On November 2, 2016 at approximately 11:40 am, members of the Schreiber Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Highway 17. An investigation revealed he was transporting a quantity of unmarked cigarettes. A search of the vehicle revealed [Read more]
Written by Tyler Davis on 25 October 2016
When it comes to scary movies over the past decade, James Wan has become the go to guy. The Malaysian-born Australian director has a knack for creating taut, atmospheric and downright creepy films. Some of his best work can be found in the Conjuring 1 and 2, Annabelle and Insidious 2 and 3. Wan was [Read more]
Written by Tyler Davis on 18 October 2016
Back in 1996, the world fell under attack by alien forces with powers much stronger than ours. It was up to Will Smith and a rag tag group of soldiers to protect the Earth from these unwanted visitors. This of course is reference to the film “Independence Day”, the highest grossing movie of [Read more]
Written by ManitouwadgeMarathon OPP on 06 October 2016
MARATHON, ON – October 4, 2016 at approximately 2:50 p.m. members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Marathon detachment received a report of a suspicious male in the Town of Marathon. Officers attended a public building on Peninsula Road, Marathon and located the male who was the subject [Read more]
Written by Tyler Davis on 04 October 2016
As we turn the calendar to October, after a September filled with several great new films, movie lovers can rejoice knowing that they can expect more of the same this month. In fact, it’ll be a busy month at Crossover as we also look forward to our annual Video Store Day celebration on October [Read more]
Written by Schreiber OPP Detachment on 30 September 2016
SCHREIBER, ON –The Schreiber Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) located at Highway 17, Schreiber, will be closed to the public for building maintenance from October 5th to approximately November 18th, 2016. There will be construction in the public access area prohibiting use [Read more]
Written by Tyler Davis on 27 September 2016
As the first day of fall officially greeted us on September 22nd, a fantastic summer filled with warm weather officially wrapped up. The fall season generally means cooler weather- which in turn means movie weather! With that in mind, this week is jam packed with new releases that should appeal to [Read more]
Written by Tyler Davis on 20 September 2016
A pair of sequels, each with much anticipation, make their debut on DVD and Blu-Ray this week. Back in 2014, we were introduced to Mac and Kelly, new parents who moved to a quiet neighborhood to peacefully raise their daughter- until Teddy Sanders and his fraternity move in next door. The college [Read more]
Written by Lakehead University on 19 September 2016
THUNDER BAY, ON – Lakehead University’s President and Vice-Chancellor, Dr. Brian Stevenson, has appointed Dr. Cynthia Wesley-Esquimaux as the University’s Chair on Truth and Reconciliation. This historic appointment takes effect immediately. Since July 2013, Dr. Wesley-Esquimaux has [Read more]
Written by Tyler Davis on 13 September 2016
Captain America is back- and this time he has a new foe in a former ally. Just a couple of months ago, superhero fans were thrown for a loop when Batman and Superman, two formidable heroes, were pitted against each other in the epic battle “Batman vs Superman”. The trend continues this week in [Read more]
Written by Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities on 07 September 2016
KAPUSKASING, ON – The Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM) will be meeting in the City of Elliot Lake on Friday, September 9, 2016 for the regular meeting of the Board of Directors. The Board will be discussing a number of issues including infrastructure funding for local and [Read more]
Written by Tyler Davis on 06 September 2016
In 2013, movie audiences were introduced to the “Four Horsemen”- a team of magicians each possessing a special set of skills. Together they would form a prolific group that ultimately pulled off a number of seemingly impossible illusions- all while being tracked by the FBI. The movie of course [Read more]