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Police investigating fire at homeless encampment in Thunder Bay, Ont.'s south end
The Thunder Bay Police Service (TBPS) is holding the scene of an early-morning tent fire at a homeless encampment at Kam River Park off Simpson Street. Here's what we know so far.
Homicide at social housing building in Thunder Bay, Ont., sparks calls for more security measures
A homicide at a social housing building in Thunder Bay, Ont., earlier this month has shone a light on safety concerns residents say have been getting worse. Here's what McIvor Court tenants want to see change, and what community partners and an expert say can help make social housing buildings safer.
New immigration pilot program announced in Thunder Bay, Ont., aims to fill key labour gaps
A new federal pilot program has been introduced in Thunder Bay, Ont., which aims to fill key labour shortages by attracting and retaining newcomers. It comes after a similar provincial program was announced in the northwestern Ontario city last week. Here's what we know about the pilots and the key goals with each.
Province spending $17 million on upgrades at St. Joseph's Hospital in Thunder Bay, Ont.
The provincial government is spending $17 million to upgrade the air handling system at St. Joseph's Hospital in Thunder Bay, Ont. Here's what we know about the project and its significance at the facility on Algoma Street North.
Low turnout at public budget session in Thunder Bay sparks conversation on municipal engagement
The City of Thunder Bay is exploring ways to improve municipal engagement ahead of this year's budget deliberations, after seeing low levels of participation in its latest surveys and public budget session. Here's what was heard at Wednesday night's Q&A session.
Three people killed in Highway 17 collision near Ignace in northwestern Ontario
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has confirmed three people were killed in a significant early-morning collision near Ignace last week. Here is what we know about the incident.
Housing, fate of LPH property among key topics for Thunder Bay leaders at ROMA conference
There were a number of topics discussed by Thunder Bay, Ont., leaders at this year's Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) conference in Toronto. However, the city's concerns and strategies around homelessness and the housing crisis were top of mind. Here are some of the main takeaways from some of the municipality's delegates.
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This First Nation lost a 10-year-old girl to suicide. The community is speaking out about it
Mishkeegogamang First Nation in northwestern Ontario is grieving the loss of a 10-year-old girl to suicide over the holidays, and across the region, unnatural death rates are on the rise. Nishnawbe Aski police are encouraging adults to speak with children about cyberbullying, and the Ojibway First Nation is pushing for a new health and treatment centre that incorporates more land-based initiatives.
Family of missing woman from Long Lake #58 First Nation plans search in Thunder Bay, Ont.
The family of a missing woman from Long Lake #58 First Nation in northern Ontario is appealing to the public for help in bringing her home. Adrienne Towegishig was last seen on Jan. 10 in her First Nation. The 35-year-old's family says they've become increasingly worried about her well-being. Here's what we know about her disappearance.
City of Thunder Bay proposes 2025 budget with a 3.7% tax levy increase
The City of Thunder Bay has released its proposed operating budget for 2025, which — if approved — would see a municipal tax levy increase of 3.7 per cent. Here are some of the main highlights and what the public can expect ahead of budget deliberations in the coming weeks.