First Nations organizations joined with police services to launch the Am I Missing? campaign in Sioux Lookout during a virtual event held on January 13. The campaign attempts to guide people to report missing persons and dispel common myths of the...
Frost and snow this past weekend have blanketed Sioux Lookout in white, creating majestic photo opportunities for those out for a bit of exercise.
The provincial government declared a State of Emergency last week, issuing a stay-at-home order, which came into effect on Jan.14. The State of Emergency enacted additional public health measures which expand on measures outlined in the provincial...
Hosted by the Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) Women s Council, the Women Leaders campaign aims to highlight women across the NAN communities who use their leadership roles to confront family violence. The campaign runs from December 14 until March 22.
NAN...
Policies at Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre (SLMHC) have been adjusted following the provincial government declaring a second State of Emergency in Ontario, which came into effect at 12:01 a.m. on Jan. 14.
Here at SLMHC, we recognize our...
Shannon Brody, Nancy McCord, Dent Liam and Kayla Bonello answer this week s question of the week!
QEDHS Stars of the North 61-62 Yearbook From January 23, 2013 Edition
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Thank you for the recent publications of the family stories presented this past summer for the 2020 Blueberry Festival s self-guided Cemetery tour. In the past, as we conducted these walks, we always encouraged corrections and additions to the stories...
Last week, I appreciated the opportunity to meet with Lake of the Woods District Hospital CEO Ray Racette and Dr. Sean Moore about the ongoing pandemic response. I ve also been in contact with representatives from the federal government to advocate for...
Last week, the provincial government announced an investment of $6 million to help 31 remote First Nation communities and the Town of Moosonee build and maintain 3,170 kilometres of temporary snow and ice roads for the 2020-21 winter season.
The...
The Municipality of Sioux Lookout will receive $51,219 through Ontario s Gas Tax program.
On Jan. 14, the Provincial Government announced it is providing $375 million to 109 municipalities to help municipalities operate and expand public transit...
A 39-year-old Lac Seul First Nation resident is facing 10 charges following an incident last week.
Lac Seul Police Service (LSPS) shared in a media release, On Friday January 15, 2021 at approximately 3:47 am, the Lac Seul Police Service attempted to..
Snowmobilers throughout the region, and in the Sioux Lookout area, are getting ready for Snowarama for Easter Seals Kids.
The annual fundraising snowmobile ride will look different this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Sioux Lookout Hudson ...
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is requesting that Ontarians voluntarily comply with the new Stay-at-Home Order to limit mobility outside their homes, except for essential reasons, to limit the spread of the COVID-19 virus.
OPP officers will...
If you are going to spend some time outdoors this winter or other areas where wildlife live please remember to keep your dogs under control.
Every year the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry conservation officers investigate incidents of dogs..
McLoughlin, Diarmuid (Dermot) passed away peacefully in Sioux Lookout, Ontario. Born Feb. 20, 1935 in Dublin, Ireland, Dermot is survived by Deirdre McLoughlin, his best friend and wife of over 60 years, along with sons John, Barry (Mary), Dermot Paul,...
It s a parfait day here on the shore of Pelican Lake. The cloud colors at sunset are ripe with pleasures of serenity and calm. The sight inspires my optimism during these dark days of happy times to come, not all at once, but sooner than we dare to...
Area school boards have launched their consultation process for the 2021-2022 School Year Calendar. With two versions of the calendar to choose from, a quick online survey became available on January 11, open until January 22.
The online survey,...
Local resident Mike Starratt shared these photos he captured on a 180 km skidoo ride of Lac Seul.
The boat in the picture is the Patricia P, which used to be used to haul fish, he informed.
Captured some great photos recently? We would love to...
In response to the announcement from the Provincial Government this week, regarding the declaration of a State of Emergency and the issuance of a Stay-at-Home Order, which we understand will last at least through February, 2021, the Municipality of...