Tag: West Nipissing

UPDATE: Tornado warning issued in West Nipissing

Weather Brad Aubin -
The agency says meteorologists are tracking an area of severe thunderstorms in the Temagami River Provincial Park region that is possibly producing a tornado, with damaging winds, large hail and intense rainfall also possible.

Two Troops and former Trapper drafted to NHL

Sports Richard Coffin -
Two North Bay Battalion players and a former Trappers defenceman who plays with Kingston were drafted by NHL teams on the weekend.

Active RCMP investigation in Sturgeon Falls continues

Police Richard Coffin -
The Central Region RCMP confirms the federal policing agency has been in Sturgeon Falls since last Thursday as part of an active investigation.   

West Nipissing closes Leduc Road bridge due to flooding

Flooding Brad Aubin -
The Municipality of West Nipissing says the Leduc Rd. bridge is closed until further notice due to flooding and a severe build-up of debris and logs.

West Nipissing declares a State of Emergency due to flooding

Flooding Brad Aubin -
Officials say continued rainfall, rising water levels and deteriorating road conditions have resulted in localized flooding, road closures and safety risks, and the emergency control group is monitoring the situation.

UPDATE: Fatal collision late Saturday in Sturgeon Falls

OPP Brad Aubin -
A 62-year-old woman from Sudbury is dead following a two-vehicle crash in West Nipissing.

OPP training at the Sturgeon River House Museum on Thursday

OPP Richard Coffin -
Don’t be alarmed if you see an increased police presence at the Sturgeon River House Museum on Thursday.

West Nipissing and Mattawa school buses among those cancelled Wednesday

Education Richard Coffin -
Some area school buses are cancelled Wednesday (Jan. 14), including those in West Nipissing and Mattawa.

CAO of West Nipissing’s last day at the helm is Friday

Municipality of West Nipissing Richard Coffin -
A quarter century of administrative leadership wraps up this week in West Nipissing.

OPP investigating two recent deaths in West Nipissing

OPP Richard Coffin -
Two death investigations are underway in West Nipissing.  

Bylaw passed redividing West Nipissing’s wards

Municipality of West Nipissing Richard Coffin -
Some residents in West Nipissing now have a new representative on council. The municipality recently passed a bylaw redividing its eight wards.

West Nipissing resident identified as homicide victim northwest of Gravenhurst

OPP Richard Coffin -
THe Bracebridge OPP is reporting a person found dead northwest of Gravenhurst has been identified as a West Nipissing resident, and his death has been ruled a homicide.

Nipissing West OPP visiting businesses to detail security camera program

OPP Richard Coffin -
OPP officers are visiting businesses in West Nipissing to highlight the CAMSafe program. Provincial Police say the database of residential and commercial security cameras can be used as a resource for police when investigating offences or crime.

Drinking water advisory lifted in Verner

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The drinking water advisory in place in Verner since Sunday has been lifted.

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Provincial funding for three area long-term care homes

Nipissing Riding
Three long-term care homes in Nipissing are receiving provincial funding to support residents with complex needs.

Youth charged with possession of imitation weapon in West Nipissing

OPP
The Nipissing West OPP has charged a 17-year-old after seizing an imitation air pistol and a bottle of liquor.

Coalition aims to purchase RYAM’s Témiscaming mill

Economy
A Canadian coalition of local managers, unionized workers and First Nations is working towards purchasing RYAM’s Témiscaming mill.

St. Joseph students working with graffiti artist on mural project

Conseil scolaire catholique Franco-Nord
Two permanent murals are taking shape this week at École élémentaire catholique Saint-Joseph in Sturgeon Falls.

Soccer players sought for film production

Community
A local film production is looking for soccer players.
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