Local News

Winter weather has allowed Foran Mining Corporation to extend its Phase I drilling program at its McIlvenna Bay property.

Flin Flon MLA Tom Lindsey believes the provincial government’s funding cut to an economic development loans program is detrimental to the diversification and growth of business and jobs in Northern Manitoba.

A new piece of equipment has made a world of difference at the Flin Flon Recycling Centre. The addition – a second baler, used for compressing materials into packed cubes – has helped free up space in the centre despite its large size.

Marshall Manns is moving on up – literally.

Two founders of Flin Flon’s food bank will soon receive a provincial tribute. Winnipeg Harvest nominated Lord’s Bounty Food Bank co-founders Carol and Dennis Hydamaka for the Association of Manitoba Municipalities (AMM) Community Leadership Award.

Al Jurgens has put his name forward for federal Conservative party nomination in the Desnethe-Missinippi-Churchill River riding.

The company that owns both Pharmasave locations in Flin Flon has finished up a large-scale merger. Rubicon Pharmacies Canada announced a deal had been made on April 2 to combine operations with Amenity Holdings Inc.

The Snow Lake Mining Museum has had a boost in visibility after winning Travel Manitoba’s Mustseeums Madness competition.

The Flin Flon Fire Department responded to seven calls in March, including three structure fires. On March 4, crews responded to a call of smoke in a residence on Boam Street. Crews found electrical issues and burnt wiring in a furnace.

A group of Flin Flon students are hoping community work could bring them a serious reward. The Grade 7 and 8 engaged learners class at École McIsaac School is in the running for a prestigious prize through Parks Canada’s My Parks Pass contest.