by Randy ThomsThere has been a minor earthquake in northwestern Ontario. Earthquake Canada says the tremor struck Monday at 5:08 a.m. Eastern time in a remote area just west of Upsala. It had a magnitude of 1.9. Such seismic activity in the region is not unusual. Earthquake Canada says there have been six...
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by CJ GoaterThunder Bay’s Deputy Fire Chief David Paxton was appointed Chief of Fire for Thunder Bay Fire Rescue at last night’s city council meeting. This comes as the current Chief of Fire, Greg Hankkio’s retirement was announced at the city council meeting held on December 18. Paxton’s position is on an...
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by CJ GoaterCity council has approved the Thunder Bay Parking Authority financial plan, but not before making some adjustments. The final plan is very similar to the first report, but a deputation, public consultation, and a debate at council have led to some adjustments to lessen the impact of the incoming...
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by CJ GoaterThe Canadian Union of Public Employees Local 87 and the city of Thunder Bay have reached a tentative deal. CUPE Local 87 represents about 600 city workers in childcare, building inspection, waste collection, and roads and parks. The agreement still needs to be approved by the majority of...
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by Brad PerryIt is now much easier to travel by air between New Brunswick and Florida. Flair Airlines launches its new direct route between Saint John and the Orlando Sanford International Airport on Tuesday. Eric Tanner, the vice-president of revenue management and network planning, said they are encouraged...
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by Brad PerrySpeculation of a provincial election last year cost New Brunswick taxpayers at least $1.75 million. That is according to a letter Kim Poffenroth, the province’s chief electoral officer, sent to a legislative standing committee last week. “Elections New Brunswick’s mandate is to conduct free and...
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by Brad PerryAn independent investigation is underway after a man suffered serious injuries following an arrest in eastern New Brunswick. Richibucto RCMP responded to a report of a disturbance in progress over the noon hour on Sunday. According to the Serious Incident Response Team (SiRT), the man reportedly...
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by Brad PerrySaint John police are seeking witnesses after a firearm was discharged during a weekend disturbance. Officers were called to a disturbance outside of a home in the 100 block of King Street East around 3:20 a.m. Saturday. “It was alleged that a shot was fired during the disturbance resulting in a...
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by Caitlin SnowIf you have a child 16 years or younger with autism and have a low-income, you might qualify for a one-time payment of up to $3,000 from the provincial government. The Autism Family Support Fund will cover expenses such as: – safety equipment, such as door alarms and minor home improvements,...
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Yarmouth’s MLA says renovations are needed soon at the Yarmouth Regional Hospital emergency department. The previous provincial government announced a redevelopment project for the Yarmouth department in 2020, but the Houston government has yet to begin the work. Zach Churchill, who is also Nova...
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