Kenora

Most people in Canada do not think people should have to swear an Oath of Allegiance to the Queen, according to a poll ahead of Canada Day.

A Leger poll for the Association of Canadian Studies found that 56 per cent of respondents did not agree with swearing allegiance to the Queen. 

New Canadians have to swear an oath to the monarchy at citizenship ceremonies including a pledge to “be faithful and bear true allegiance to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the Second, Queen of Canada, her heirs and successors."

Kenora businesses are warned about the spread of fake currency in the community.

The Kenora OPP say they’ve received reports from several businesses describing counterfeit American $20 and $100 bills, and an investigation is underway.

Lake of the Woods may see peak water levels this week according to the LWCB.  

According to a report from the Lake of the Woods Control Board (LWCB), the current level of Lake of the Woods is 324.11 m (1063.3 ft), over 95th percentile level for this time of year. The average lake level rose by 3 cm (1 in) over the past week. 

An investigation is underway looking into the cause of a small fire at Garrow Park Sunday night.

The Kenora Fire and Emergency Service was dispatched to a fire in the park’s restroom just before 9 p.m. Sunday night.

Crews were able to bring the fire under control and prevent any major damage to the building or the area, but the cause of the fire is under investigation and is deemed suspicious.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact the Kenora OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

The Kenora community seems to be divided on the new look of Husky the Muskie, the city’s most iconic roadside landmark.

The public had their say after the updated look was revealed last week, so we asked Kenora’s City Councillors what they think.

“To put it very succinctly, I like it,” said Councillor Rory McMillan. “I think the refresh was long overdue. It puts a sparkle in the eye of the Muskie. I like it.”

The Colorado Avalanche have dethroned the Tampa Bay Lightning, winning 2-1 last night to earn their first Stanley Cup in 21 years. It’s the third in franchise history since moving from Quebec in the ‘95 season.

Nathan MacKinnon had a goal and an assist in the win, and Cale Makar won the Conn Smythe Trophy as Playoff MVP as he led the team in scoring with 29 points in 20 games. He’s the third Av to win the award after Joe Sakic won it in ‘96 and Patrick Roy in 2001.

As the spring flood levels slowly start to return to normal, the Municipality of Sioux Lookout is preparing for major clean-up efforts. 

Water levels hit historic highs all across the region this year, many residents will have lots of debris and sandbags to clean up. To help alleviate some of the stress, the Municipality of Sioux Lookout will be assisting where they can.  

Kenora’s downtown core will look a little different in the coming days as crews are installing new street pole banners, showcasing the city’s new brand.

‘Jump In’ was adopted as the new slogan and branding for the City of Kenora in April, after Wake Marketing’s presentation of the new design and campaign to city councillors.

“This is a great way to celebrate and showcase the new tourism brand in the Harbourtown Centre,” says Mayor Daniel Reynard.

This week's REMR Roofing Person of the Week is Alexis Pernsky!

Alexis was nominated by Jennifer Templeton, who wrote in part:

Cat and dog owners who cuddle their pets when infected with COVID-19 could end up making the animals sick with the virus, according to a Canadian study.

The study said that while it was already known that animals including cats, dogs, ferrets and hamsters seem to be susceptible to COVID-19, transmission may be happening more often than previously thought.

The research, published this month in the journal Emerging Infectious Diseases, involved 69 cats and 49 dogs, including pets and animals from shelters and neuter clinics.