If you thought July was a wet month in the Kenora area you'd be right.
CJRL meteorologist, Bill Laidlaw says we were drenched by 198 millimeters
of rain last month, which is about double the average for July.
Temperatures were also slightly above normal for this time of year.
The average daily mean temperature last month was about a degree
higher than usual.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
Water Levels continue to rise
Water levels on Lake of the Woods are starting to stabilize after rising steadily over over the past few weeks.
The Lake of the Woods Control board says water levels rose just a half an inch in the
past week and are expected to remain stable or decrease slightly over the next seven
days.
To cope with the higher water levels, the Control board has authorized yet another
increase in outflow from the Norman Dam into the Winnipeg River today.
Outflow will go from 730 to 800 cubic meters per second.
Water levels below the dam and downstream at Minaki are expected to rise
about six inches as a result of the increase in outflow.
Fire Rangers heading west
Ontario is sending more help to western Canada ravaged by forest fires.
Over one hundred Ministry of Natural Resources firefighters and support personnel were sent to northern Saskatchewan and British Columbia on Sunday.
Another twenty firefighters have been in Manitoba since early last week.
The M-N-R expects to be called on for more assistance, especially in B-C where the fire situation is worsening.
Two Coronor's inquests in Northwestern Ontario
The deaths of two men in northwestern Ontario last year will be subjects of coroner's inquests later this fall.
A September inquest in Fort Frances will examine the death of 21-year-old Dylan Wreggitt of Atikokan.
He died while in custody at the Rainy River District Jail last August.
Another inquest into the death of 30-year-old Levi Schaeffer will be held in Thunder Bay in October.
Schaeffer died in an altercation with Provincial Police in the Osnaburgh Lake area last June.
A September inquest in Fort Frances will examine the death of 21-year-old Dylan Wreggitt of Atikokan.
He died while in custody at the Rainy River District Jail last August.
Another inquest into the death of 30-year-old Levi Schaeffer will be held in Thunder Bay in October.
Schaeffer died in an altercation with Provincial Police in the Osnaburgh Lake area last June.
Anicinabe beach still closed
Just one beach remains closed in the Kenora area after heavy rains last week.
Anicinabe Beach is still listed as off limits to swimmers due to high e-coli levels in the water.
Advisories for Ottawa Street Beach and Darlington Beach in Keewatin were lifted over the weekend, as was the closure notice for Rabbit Lake Beach.
The health unit says it will continue its beach monitoring program for the rest of the summer.
Beach closure notices
The Northwestern Health Unit is changing how it will inform swimmers of potential bacteria in area beaches.
Instead of issuing warnings following water sampling, Medical Officer of Health Dr. James Arthurs says there will now be permanent signs posted at popular swimming areas.
Arthurs says the current warning does not always tell an accurate picture since samples are sent away and the situation often changes by the time results are known.
Instead of issuing warnings following water sampling, Medical Officer of Health Dr. James Arthurs says there will now be permanent signs posted at popular swimming areas.
Arthurs says the current warning does not always tell an accurate picture since samples are sent away and the situation often changes by the time results are known.
SIU issues correction in downtown Shooting
The Ontario Special Investigations Unit has clarified one of the claims made in its report on a June 7th shooting incident in downtown Kenora.
Last week, the SIU issued a release saying it took two hours for the OPP in Kenora to notify them of the incident in which a 39 year old woman was shot by an officer on 1st Street South.
The SIU says the Kenora Detachment actually notified them 51 minutes after the shooting.
Despite the correction, the SIU says it would have liked to have been contacted as
soon after the incident as possible in order to mobilize its staff to begin their
investigation.
Friday, July 30, 2010
Counterfeit Cheque Scheme
A counterfeit cheque from an insurance company has been sent to a resident of Geralton along with a survey from Canada Post.
The person was asked to call a phone number in order to participate in the Canada Post survey.
Once the number is called a person is then asked to cash the cheque and sendpart of the money through Western Union to someone else.
The person who cashes the cheque gets the remainder of the money.
OPP would like to remind everyone that if you get one of these or similar cheques it could very well be a fraudulent cheque and you maybe responsible to pay the money back if you cash it.
If anyone receives a cheque like this and are unsure, please contact the OPP.
The person was asked to call a phone number in order to participate in the Canada Post survey.
Once the number is called a person is then asked to cash the cheque and sendpart of the money through Western Union to someone else.
The person who cashes the cheque gets the remainder of the money.
OPP would like to remind everyone that if you get one of these or similar cheques it could very well be a fraudulent cheque and you maybe responsible to pay the money back if you cash it.
If anyone receives a cheque like this and are unsure, please contact the OPP.
Beach Closures
Kenora area beaches have a high E.Coli once again this week.
There are numerous beaches in the area that have been closed for the time being.
They include, the Ottawa St. beach, Darlington Bay beach, Anicinabe Beach and the Rabbit Lake beaches are closed for the time being.
High E.Coli levels in the water pose certain risks to swimmers. Including, a variety of skin, eye, nose and throat infections, as well as gastrolintestinal illness.
However the other beaches in the area that have not been mentioned ARE open for swimming and the water quality signs have been removed.
There are numerous beaches in the area that have been closed for the time being.
They include, the Ottawa St. beach, Darlington Bay beach, Anicinabe Beach and the Rabbit Lake beaches are closed for the time being.
High E.Coli levels in the water pose certain risks to swimmers. Including, a variety of skin, eye, nose and throat infections, as well as gastrolintestinal illness.
However the other beaches in the area that have not been mentioned ARE open for swimming and the water quality signs have been removed.
Harbourfest Starts Today
Well the time has come the 2010 edition of Harbourfest gets going today.
Collective Soul headlines tonight with local band Random Acts opening for them.
On saturday, it's time for some Classic Rock, Canadian Kim Mitchell is the headliner with special guests; Starship staring Mickey Thomas and Asia featuring John Payne.
The festival winds up with Country artists Emerson Drive with guests Jessie Farell and Mark Ekins on the bill.
Tickets for all three nights are still available and can be bought at Two Bear's Marine, Donny B's and Nibblers Nook.
Collective Soul headlines tonight with local band Random Acts opening for them.
On saturday, it's time for some Classic Rock, Canadian Kim Mitchell is the headliner with special guests; Starship staring Mickey Thomas and Asia featuring John Payne.
The festival winds up with Country artists Emerson Drive with guests Jessie Farell and Mark Ekins on the bill.
Tickets for all three nights are still available and can be bought at Two Bear's Marine, Donny B's and Nibblers Nook.
Thursday, July 29, 2010
SIU KENORA
A Kenora O-P-P officer has been cleared of any wrongdoing in the June shooting of a woman in that city.
But the Special Investigation's Unit is questioning why it took Provincial Police almost two hours to report the incident.
39-year-old Helen Proulx was shot twice in the torso after brandishing a knife at an officer.
Director Ian Scott found no reasonable grounds to believe the female officer acted inappropriately.
Witnesses told the S-I-U, Proulx was intoxicated and in a despondent emotional state at the time and failed to comply with the officer's repeated requests to drop the knife
But in his report, Scott expressed concerned with the delay in reporting the shooting to the S-I-U, a contravention under the act, and that some officers at the scene were told by an association lawyer not to make notes.
He's asked the OPP Commissioner to investigate.
But the Special Investigation's Unit is questioning why it took Provincial Police almost two hours to report the incident.
39-year-old Helen Proulx was shot twice in the torso after brandishing a knife at an officer.
Director Ian Scott found no reasonable grounds to believe the female officer acted inappropriately.
Witnesses told the S-I-U, Proulx was intoxicated and in a despondent emotional state at the time and failed to comply with the officer's repeated requests to drop the knife
But in his report, Scott expressed concerned with the delay in reporting the shooting to the S-I-U, a contravention under the act, and that some officers at the scene were told by an association lawyer not to make notes.
He's asked the OPP Commissioner to investigate.
Rise in traffic fatalities over the past two years
With the dissapointing rise in traffic fatalities this year the OPP will be cracking down on irresponsible drivers over the next little while.
This year up until July 25th, there has been 163 deaths commpared to 154 in 2009 in the same period for an increase of 6 percent.
OPP commissioner Julian Fantino, was quoted as "It is very disturbing to see the carnage on our highways start to creep back up again, and any loss of life due to irresponsible driving is unnaceptable."
This year up until July 25th, there has been 163 deaths commpared to 154 in 2009 in the same period for an increase of 6 percent.
OPP commissioner Julian Fantino, was quoted as "It is very disturbing to see the carnage on our highways start to creep back up again, and any loss of life due to irresponsible driving is unnaceptable."
Harbourfest is just around the corner
This years Harbourfest is almost upon us.
The festival Kicks off this year with Collective soul on Friday night, with a local band "Random Acts" opening for them. Tickets cost $65.00. Show starts at 9 pm.
Tickets for the opening night are still availible, but you can't get them online any more, they can be picked up at: Two Bear's Marine, Donny B's and Nibblers Nook.
Saturdays line up includes: Kim Mitchell with special guests Starship starring Mickey Thomas and Asia featuring John Payne. Tickets are $55.00 Show starts at 7:30.
And Sunday it's country time with Emerson Drive Jessie Farrell & Marc Ekins, tickets are only $40.00 and show starts at 7:30.
Followed by a fantastic fireworks display at 10:30 pm.
The festival Kicks off this year with Collective soul on Friday night, with a local band "Random Acts" opening for them. Tickets cost $65.00. Show starts at 9 pm.
Tickets for the opening night are still availible, but you can't get them online any more, they can be picked up at: Two Bear's Marine, Donny B's and Nibblers Nook.
Saturdays line up includes: Kim Mitchell with special guests Starship starring Mickey Thomas and Asia featuring John Payne. Tickets are $55.00 Show starts at 7:30.
And Sunday it's country time with Emerson Drive Jessie Farrell & Marc Ekins, tickets are only $40.00 and show starts at 7:30.
Followed by a fantastic fireworks display at 10:30 pm.
Helicopter Crash Victims Identified
A local man has been named as one the two men who died in a helicopter crash late last week.
19 year old, Ethan Boucha from Rat Portage First Nation and John Tumchewics, origionally from Yellowknife but was living in North Bay, both died in the crash.
The crash happened 200 km south of Timmins, between the Elk Lake and Gowganda areas.
They were flying a Bell 206 helicopter that belonged to Essential Helicopters of North Bay.
No one at the company would comment and the investigation by the Transpotation Safety board continues.
19 year old, Ethan Boucha from Rat Portage First Nation and John Tumchewics, origionally from Yellowknife but was living in North Bay, both died in the crash.
The crash happened 200 km south of Timmins, between the Elk Lake and Gowganda areas.
They were flying a Bell 206 helicopter that belonged to Essential Helicopters of North Bay.
No one at the company would comment and the investigation by the Transpotation Safety board continues.
Long weekend crack down
With good weather on the way for the long weekend, expect increased travel on the highways, trail and water ways.
The OPP would like to remind the publicthat they will be out patrolling to keep the community safe.
Officers will be targeting aggressive drivers, impaired drivers and people who aren't wearing their seatbelt.
And if you are planning on being on the lake, remember to waer your life jacket. And cary your operators card with you, if you are operating a vessel with a motor.
The OPP would like to remind the publicthat they will be out patrolling to keep the community safe.
Officers will be targeting aggressive drivers, impaired drivers and people who aren't wearing their seatbelt.
And if you are planning on being on the lake, remember to waer your life jacket. And cary your operators card with you, if you are operating a vessel with a motor.
Monday, July 26, 2010
Fort Frances Canadian Bass Championship
Dorian Lindholm of Fort Frances and Bill Wilcox of Burleson, Texas are your 2010 Fort Frances Canadian Bass Champions.
The pair had a 3 day total of 56.45 pounds of bass to take the 25 thousand dollar top prize.
Kenora's Jeff Gustafson and Partner Jon Peterson of Bemidji, Minnesota finished 3rd just over 4 pounds back of the winners.
Another local angler had a strong showing. Frank McClymont and partner Albert Trudeau of Ile-Des Chenes were 4th.
The pair had a 3 day total of 56.45 pounds of bass to take the 25 thousand dollar top prize.
Kenora's Jeff Gustafson and Partner Jon Peterson of Bemidji, Minnesota finished 3rd just over 4 pounds back of the winners.
Another local angler had a strong showing. Frank McClymont and partner Albert Trudeau of Ile-Des Chenes were 4th.
Thunder Bay OPP continue to investigate arson
Thunder Bay OPP continue to investigate an arson in Neebing Township.
The OPP have charged a 45 year old Female from Thunder Baywith arson, Assault and failing to remain at the scene of an accident.
Police were called to a building fire that occured throughout the night on July 23rd, at a residence located on Jarvis Bay Rd. in the Neebing township.
Further investigation resulted with the other two charges. The female has been released and the investigation contiues.
The OPP have charged a 45 year old Female from Thunder Baywith arson, Assault and failing to remain at the scene of an accident.
Police were called to a building fire that occured throughout the night on July 23rd, at a residence located on Jarvis Bay Rd. in the Neebing township.
Further investigation resulted with the other two charges. The female has been released and the investigation contiues.
Bronzeback Results
Adam Bachinski and Andrew Beernart are your 2010 bronzeback classic champions.
The pair won with a two day total of 31.58 pounds of bass. Jim Picha and Bill Low came second with a two day total of 29.54.
The top male/female team with Mary-Anne Rench and Wayne Early with 27.57 pounds of fish.
Brandon Scott and Curtis Scott were the top Adult/Child team with a two day total of 29.41.
For those with a motor of 50 horsepower or less, Brad and Jayden Symonds topped the list with a catch of 28.31.
The pair won with a two day total of 31.58 pounds of bass. Jim Picha and Bill Low came second with a two day total of 29.54.
The top male/female team with Mary-Anne Rench and Wayne Early with 27.57 pounds of fish.
Brandon Scott and Curtis Scott were the top Adult/Child team with a two day total of 29.41.
For those with a motor of 50 horsepower or less, Brad and Jayden Symonds topped the list with a catch of 28.31.
Friday, July 23, 2010
Fort Frances Canadian Bass Championship
A couple of Kenora-led teams are in the hunt for the Fort Frances Canadian Bass championship after the first day of fishing.
Frank McClymount and his fishing partner Albert Trudeau are in a tie for fifth, two-and-a-half pounds out of first place.
Jamie Bruce, who's teamed with Bryan Gustafson is also fifth while Trevor Guderyan and Dean Tackynk sit back in seventh.
Frank McClymount and his fishing partner Albert Trudeau are in a tie for fifth, two-and-a-half pounds out of first place.
Jamie Bruce, who's teamed with Bryan Gustafson is also fifth while Trevor Guderyan and Dean Tackynk sit back in seventh.
Fatal Collision on Highway 17A
Two people are in hospital with life threatening injuries and two otther people are dead, following a crash yesterday morning.
For an undetermined reason a west bound Dodge Caravan left the roadway and struck a rock cut on Highway 17A near Jones road.
After hitting the rock cut the van caught fire and because of the damagethe occupants were trapped inside the vehicle.
OPP say there were 4 occupants in the vehicle, a 46 year old female and a 19 year old male were fatally injured. Another 18 year old male and a 46 year old male driver has been transported to Thunder Bay with life threatening injuries.
The investigation is continuing into the collision.
For an undetermined reason a west bound Dodge Caravan left the roadway and struck a rock cut on Highway 17A near Jones road.
After hitting the rock cut the van caught fire and because of the damagethe occupants were trapped inside the vehicle.
OPP say there were 4 occupants in the vehicle, a 46 year old female and a 19 year old male were fatally injured. Another 18 year old male and a 46 year old male driver has been transported to Thunder Bay with life threatening injuries.
The investigation is continuing into the collision.
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