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Demonstration marks one year since obstetrics suspension

Demonstration marks one year since obstetrics suspension

It has been more than one year since obstetric services at Flin Flon General Hospital were suspended, but desire for their return has not died down.
Flin Flon RCMP report: Booze thefts and family fights

Flin Flon RCMP report: Booze thefts and family fights

A summary of police calls from Nov. 9-16, as submitted by Flin Flon RCMP: Nov. 9 Report of a vehicle having driven through someone’s yard. Patrols were made and the wannabe snowmobile was not located.
Birth care suspension nears one-year mark

Birth care suspension nears one-year mark

Fate of suspended services tied to delayed provincial report: NHR, activists
Legion invites public for Remembrance Day march, ceremony

Legion invites public for Remembrance Day march, ceremony

Flin Flon Branch No. 73 of the Royal Canadian Legion extends an open invitation to everyone to participate in this year’s Remembrance Day parade Monday, November 11. Turnout in the past has been exceptional and we hope that the trend continues.
Business retention survey shows possible Hudbay closure impact

Business retention survey shows possible Hudbay closure impact

A set of business survey results released Friday may play a role in deciding Flin Flon’s economic future.
Ross Street reopens to traffic after pipe, water project

Ross Street reopens to traffic after pipe, water project

One of Flin Flon’s most used transit lanes is back and open for driving. Ross Street, the road that winds up Sipple Hill and provides one of the quickest routes from Flin Flon to Creighton, was reopened Nov.
Northern voter turnout drops, stays near historical average

Northern voter turnout drops, stays near historical average

Voter turnout dropped back to earth in the recent federal election, regressing to historical norms in northern Manitoba after high numbers of ballots cast four years ago. Elections Canada estimates about 45.
School board report: Roof work will continue into winter

School board report: Roof work will continue into winter

Some construction at Flin Flon School Division (FFSD) facilities is scheduled to continue on into the winter months.
Local moms join national breastfeeding celebration

Local moms join national breastfeeding celebration

Flin Flon mothers joined their peers from across Canada on Oct. 4 to celebrate and raise awareness for the benefits of breastfeeding. Seven moms gathered in the Ruth Betts Community School family room Oct.
New northern Sask. MP Vidal celebrates win

New northern Sask. MP Vidal celebrates win

Gary Vidal was on pins and needles throughout election night. The Conservative candidate knew the riding of Desnethé-Missinippi-Churchill River was one of the closest in Canada in 2015, so he had to wait until the late hours to feel comfortable.
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