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Dead zones on Hwy 17/11 from Kenora to Sault raise winter crash risk and stall business. —fix it now.

“No Service” on the Trans-Canada: Dead Zones from Kenora to Sault Ste. Marie Raise the Stakes for Safety and Business

James Murray - March 1, 2026

orthwestern Ontario weather and roads report for March 1, 2026 featuring Kenora, Dryden, Ignace, Fort Frances, Atikokan, Red Lake, and Thunder Bay. Extreme morning cold with wind chills near -40 and cold warnings in effect for parts of the region. Ontario 511 highlights Highway 17 construction near Kenora and between Schreiber and Marathon; a gradual warm-up begins Monday with flurry chances and gusty winds

March 1, 2026: Northwestern Ontario Weather and Roads Report — Bitter Morning Cold, Slow Warm-Up Begins Monday

Thunder Bay Weather March roaring in like a frozen lion

March 1, 2026: Thunder Bay Weather — Deep Freeze at -31°C, Sunshine and a Warm-Up Ahead

Nipigon OPP Charge Armstrong Driver After Alleged 168 km/h Speed in 90 Zone

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Nipigon OPP Charge Armstrong Driver After Alleged 168 km/h Speed in...

NNL Digital News Update - March 1, 2026 0

Truck stopped on Highway patrol; licence suspension and vehicle impoundment issued NIPIGON, ON — A driver from Armstrong is facing multiple charges, including stunt driving,...

OPP Urges Snowmobilers to Ride Safe and Sober as Winter Season...

February 28, 2026

Court explains why Michael Dimini was convicted: unlawful entry, conflict of interest; report edited

Why Justice Block Convicted Sgt. Michael Dimini: Unlawful Entry, Conflict of...

February 28, 2026

Thunder Bay man gets 3-year prison term for offences involving a teen, plus DNA order and registry.

Thunder Bay Man Sentenced to Three Years for Sex Offences Involving...

February 28, 2026

TBFR battled two fires and storm hazards in 24 hours, urging electrical and severe weather safety.

Thunder Bay Fire Rescue Kept Busy with Fires, Utility Hazards, and...

February 28, 2026

Indigenous

Matawa Chiefs urge action as Nibinamik emergency hits Day 6 after winter power outage.

Matawa Chiefs urge Canada, Ontario to act as Nibinamik First Nation...

James Murray - February 26, 2026 0

Power returned Tuesday, but leaders warn the remote community remains at risk without reliable backup and long-term infrastructure fixes. THUNDER BAY — The Matawa Chiefs...

Statement on the Cancellation of the ISC Minister Mandy Gull-Masty Visit...

February 22, 2026

Marten Falls First Nation submits environmental assessment for Community Access Road...

February 20, 2026

Cat Lake First Nation pilots TytoCare virtual diagnostics to cut medevacs and boost local care

Cat Lake First Nation Partners With TytoCare to Expand Virtual Diagnostic...

February 11, 2026

UNDER THE NORTHERN SKY | Ice Roads Of Winter Freedom

February 11, 2026

Business

“No Service” on the Trans-Canada: Dead Zones from Kenora to Sault...

James Murray - March 1, 2026 0

Across Northwestern Ontario, dropped calls and lost data aren’t an annoyance—they’re a risk multiplier Thunder Bay - Business - From Kenora through Dryden and Ignace,...

Why Energy Efficiency Is Becoming a Board-Level Conversation

February 26, 2026

FedNor, NORCAT, LoopX, Greater Sudbury, Sudbury, Northern Ontario, Northwestern Ontario, Thunder Bay, mining innovation, underground mining, mining technology, artificial intelligence, generative AI, REGI, RAII, Onaping Falls, jobs, economic development

FedNor invests $1.56M in mining innovation as NORCAT expands and LoopX...

February 19, 2026

Prosperity Northwest hits Thunder Bay Jan 27–28, spotlighting procurement and regional growth deals

Prosperity Northwest Conference in Thunder Bay With Focus on Regional Growth...

January 23, 2026

New book argues “rest” drives sustainable success as women face rising burnout in work and life

Women Report Higher Burnout Rates as “Rest Is the New Hustle”...

January 19, 2026

Mining

From Bullion To Etfs, Modern Methods For Investing In Gold

Bold Ventures Provides Update on Burchell Drilling Progress and Announces PDAC...

NNL Staff - February 28, 2026 0

Bold Ventures Will Update at PDAC Toronto, Ontario, February 28, 2026 – Bold Ventures Inc. (BOL: TSX.V) (the “Company” or “Bold”) is pleased to provide...

First time at PDAC? Practical tips to plan, network and navigate Toronto’s mining mega-show in 2026

First time at PDAC? Our Practical Survival Guide to the World’s...

February 23, 2026

Nation explores the real thing a Caterpillar Mining Vehicle.

The Canadian Chrome Company Inc. Announces Closing of a Second Tranche...

February 18, 2026

Gold's surge is reshaping Northern Ontario mining—fueling expansions, exploration and jobs in 2026!

Gold Price Surge Is Rewriting the Playbook for Northern Ontario Mining...

February 12, 2026

PDAC 2026 hits Toronto March 1-4: key events, deals and why Thunder Bay mining should be there!

Are you set for PDAC 2026? Toronto’s mining mega-convention is nearly...

February 12, 2026

Weather

March 1, 2026: Northwestern Ontario Weather and Roads Report — Bitter...

NetNewsLedger Weather Desk - March 1, 2026 0

Thunder Bay - Weather Update - A strong high-pressure system is keeping skies mostly clear across Northwestern Ontario, but it’s also delivering dangerous early-morning...