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SNnewswatch.com is the digital platform of Dougall Media, a multimedia organization located in Thunder Bay. This company runs two television stations, a weekly newspaper, and several radio stations, along with tbnewswatch.com. Our mission is to deliver local news reported by local journalists from the communities we cover. Besides news, our website features weather updates, event listings, obituaries, and a variety of community information. The newsroom at SNnewswatch.com will provide news stories from the Superior North region, highlighting areas such as Marathon, Wawa, Manitouwadge, Geraldton, Schreiber, Terrace Bay, Nipigon Red Rock, Beardmore, White River, and everything in between.

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Project Albion nets $1.2M in drugs, leads to 22 arrests

3 days ago | snnewswatch.com | Leith Dunick

TIMMINS – Police seized $1.26 million in drugs and arrested 22 people, the result of a major drug operation in Timmins and Attawapiskat First Nation. According to a release issued by Nishnawbe Aski Nation Police Service, Project Albion was conducted in conjunction with the Timmins Police Service and Ontario Provincial Police, and it began in September 2024. Police also seized $300,000 in cash.
Land at the forefront at Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Assembly

3 days ago | snnewswatch.com | Rick Garrick

LONDON ONT — Northern Superior Regional Chief Melvin Hardy highlighted the importance of protecting the land for future generations during his opening remarks at the Anishinabek Nation’s Grand Council Assembly on June 3 in London. “We are gathered here today with the shared purpose to protect our lands, our waters and our inherent rights,” Hardy says on the first day of the three-day assembly at the Four Points by Sheraton.
Hurkett woman wins $93,730 50/50 prize

5 days ago | snnewswatch.com | Leith Dunick

Hospital in Dryden uses the funds to cover the costs of patient initiatives. DRYDEN – A Hurkett, Ont. woman got a nice surprise late last month. Jennifer Atkinson learned she was the winner of the Dryden Regional Health Services Foundation’s May 50/50 draw, taking home the top prizes of $93,730. Money from the monthly draw is used to patient care initiatives. Tickets for the June draw are on sale at www.drhc.on.ca/50-50-draw.
'Completely selfless' actions of paramedic are recognized with a bravery award

1 week ago | snnewswatch.com | Gary Rinne

THUNDER BAY — An off-duty paramedic who came across a catastrophic highway accident and stepped up to help the victims has received the Ontario Medal for Paramedic Bravery. Chantal Olson of Superior North EMS was recognized this week during a ceremony in Toronto where she and six other paramedics from across the province were honoured for risking their lives to save others. "What she did was completely selfless," said Shane Muir, chief of Superior North EMS.
Last week in numbers: OPP Superior North calls for service

1 week ago | snnewswatch.com | Katie Nicholls

SUPERIOR NORTH — An increase call was noted by provincial police for the Superior North region last week. With detachments in Nipigon, Marathon and Greenstone, officers responded to 472 calls during the reporting period of May 19 to 25. This represents an eight percent increase in reported incidents compared to the previous week. Requests for police escorts, property checks, eTickets and R.I.D.E programs were the top categories of police activity.
Ice upgrades on the way for Beardmore and Nakina curling rinks

1 week ago | snnewswatch.com | Mike Stimpson

GREENSTONE – The curling rinks in Beardmore and Nakina will likely be ready for use by autumn with new ice-making systems, Greenstone’s mayor says. The municipality has awarded CIMCO Refrigeration a contract for ice plant upgrades at the two facilities, at a cost of $1.23 million plus the municipality’s portion of non-refundable HST. “CIMCO was hoping to get it completed before the start of the new season,” Greenstone Mayor Jamie McPherson told Newswatch on Monday.
OPP caution: 'Don't feed the bears'

1 week ago | snnewswatch.com | Gary Rinne

ARMSTRONG — Yogi doesn't need any handouts from humans. Police are advising motorists not to feed bears, after encountering one on Friday on Highway 527. Members of the OPP's Armstrong detachment were on routine patrol when they came upon a bear sitting on the side of the road. The animal appeared to be hoping for a snack, as it showed no sign of being wary when the officers stopped to take a photo. "Please do not feed the bears. This is the type of behaviour that develops.
First Nations press case against Bill 5

1 week ago | snnewswatch.com | Mike Stimpson

THUNDER BAY — Bill 5, the Protect Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy Act, is “very concerning” in more ways than one, says Neskantaga First Nation Chief Gary Quisess. The legislation tramples on First Nations’ rights and weakens protections for wildlife, Quisess told Newswatch Monday afternoon, just hours after other Indigenous leaders spoke against Bill 5 at the province’s legislative grounds.
First Nations slam Bill 5 at committee hearing

2 weeks ago | snnewswatch.com | Mike Stimpson

TORONTO – First Nations leaders made a strong case against Bill 5 at committee hearings this week, Kiiwetinoong MPP Sol Mamakwa said Friday. “They made it very clear – this is a very wrong move on the part of the government,” Mamakwa told Newswatch. “The government talks about its duty to consult, but they don’t understand it. They don’t understand the treaty part of it.
Teen charged with murder in Greenstone

2 weeks ago | snnewswatch.com | Katie Nicholls

GREENSTONE — A teenager has been charged with murder following a recent death investigation. OPP responded to a medical emergency in the early hours of May 15 in the Municipality of Greenstone. The victim was brought to the hospital, but was later pronounced dead. OPP has identified the deceased as 32-year-old Brandin Ritch, of Greenstone. During their investigation, police identified and arrested a suspect.