Monday, March 25, 2013

Renwick Cup Finals Set



The Kenora Triple "A" Senior Thistles now know who is coming to town for the Renwick Cup Finals.

On Friday the Brantford Blast defeated the Dundas Real McCoys to win the Robertson Cup and earn their berth to the Renwick Cup Finals.

The Blast needed 6 games to take out the Real McCoys, who missed a 5th straight berth into the Renwick Cup.

The Thistles who are hosting the 3 game Renwick Cup Finals welcome Brantford to the Thistle Arena for game one on Friday night at 7:00.

Minnesota Man Charged for Impaired Driving


A man from Minnesota is facing an impaired driving charge in the city.

Kenora O.P.P say on Saturday evening they pulled a vehicle over on highway 17 inside city limits.

Police say the driver, 28-year old Matthew Lehto, failed a roadside test administered by the officer.

Lehto will appear in Kenora court on April 25th to answer to the charge of exceeding the legal limit.

Also, the Kenora O.P.P are reminding the public about illegal parking in handicapped spaces.

Any vehicle caught parking in a designated spot without a permit will receive a $300 ticket.

Mayor Supports Federal Budget


Mayor Dave Canfield sees the federal budget as a good thing for the city and the region.

Canfield says that with the forestry and mining sectors taking off they are ready to train new workers.

Canfield adds he is also excited about the increased funding for infrastructure as the city prepares to begin phase 3 of the downtown revitalization project.

He adds is also very excited about the gas tax changes, and having more money available for affordable housing.

Save ELA Changes Tactics


With funding for the Experimental Lakes Area, East of Kenora, set to expire at the end of the month, the group Save ELA continues to fight.

Peter Kirby says they are now looking to gain more support by the Ontario government as they have more negotiating power.

Kirby says right now the Ontario government is not willing to take on the risk of cleaning up the lakes if it takes over the facility but feels they can work out a partnership with the federal government.

Mardi Gras Weekend a Success for Mt.Evergreen


Another Successful Mardi Gras Celebration for Mount Evergreen.

Blair McCallum says it was a great weekend for everyone.

He says the slush pit again was the main attraction.

This years pit was 50 feet long and 20 feet wide.

McCallum adds the volunteers that made the weekend happen have stepped up to open the hill for one more day this coming Saturday.

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LWGMH results from St. Boniface Stars Cup


A successful weekend for Lake of the Woods Girls Minor Hockey at the St. Boniface Stars Cup in Winnipeg.

Novice A2 Division:

L.O.W Blue Jays Silver ( lost to Dryden Flames 2-1 in final) L.O.W. Red Devils Bronze 5-1 win over L.O.W Snow Leopards

Atom A2 Division:
L.O.W. Purple Pirates Silver (lost 7-0 in Final to Springfield Icehawks) L.O.W. Stingers and Dynamite 4th and 5th respectively.

PeeWee A2 Division:
L.O.W. Avengers Silver (lost 4-1 to  Woodhaven Bruins)

PeeWee AA
L.O.W. Canucks 4th ( lost in Bronze game 5-2 to Regina Rebels)

Bantam A2:
L.O.W. Dyn-o-mite 3.0 Gold (2-1 win) L.O.W. Dark Knights Silver