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Posted 5 November 2025

Lakehead University hands out this year’s alumni awards

A handful of former Lakehead University students were honoured in October by the Alumni Association. Since 1989, the association has presented awards honouring outstanding graduates and supporters whose accomplishments reflect Lakehead’s enduring mission and impact. At the Lakehead...

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Posted 5 November 2025

Budget good for businesses with ‘deeper pockets,’ says chamber head

By: Clint Fleury, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Source: TBnewswatch.comTHUNDER BAY – Framed as spending less to invest more to grow Canada’s economy, the president of the Thunder Bay Chamber of Commerce, says the Carney government’s 2025-26 budget is focused more attracting business with...

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Posted 5 November 2025

Provincial Finance Minister to present fall economic statement at Queen’s Park

The Ford government will provide an update on the province’s finances on Thursday. Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy will present a fall economic statement to MPPs at Queen’s Park. He does not expect to deviate from the fiscal plan outlined in the provincial budget presented in May....

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Posted 5 November 2025

Recall of dog treats due to salmonella expanded to Ontario

A popular brand of dog treats is being recalled due to possible salmonella poisoning. The Public Health Agency of Canada has expanded a recall of Puppy Love and Puppy World-brand dog treats to Ontario after two cases of infection were reported. The announcement expands the recall to...

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Posted 5 November 2025

Thunder Bay Fire Chief set to retire in January

Thunder Bay will soon be looking for a new fire chief. The city’s current Fire Chief, Dave Paxton, plans on retiring at the end of January. Paxton joined Thunder Bay Fire Rescue in 1998, after spending eight summers working with the public works department. He rose through the ranks to...

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Posted 5 November 2025

Unions voice opposition to federal workforce reduction plans

The unions representing federal employees are speaking out against the Carney government’s proposal to reduce the workforce. Up to 40-thousand positions could be eliminated by 2029. Public Service Alliance of Canada National President Sharon DeSousa says the public will feel the...

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Posted 5 November 2025

24-year-old facing second-degree murder charge following homicide investigation in Thunder Bay

Thunder Bay’s city police have made an arrest in connection with a homicide investigation in Thunder Bay. On October 30, officers received a call for assistance around 3:00 p.m. When they arrived on scene, they located a deceased 67-year-old man in a home on College Street. The victim...

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Posted 5 November 2025

What’s Happening: November 6–12

Thunder Bay is buzzing with exciting events this week! Whether you’re craving a hearty meal, diving into local history, cheering on the Thunderwolves, or enjoying live theatre and music, there’s something for everyone. Here’s your guide to five must-attend happenings: Edmund...

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Posted 5 November 2025

Federal budget draws support from northwestern Ontario member of parliament

No complaints on the federal budget from a local member of parliament. Thunder Bay Superior North MP, Minister of Jobs and Families, and Minister responsible for FedNor, Patty Hajdu, is really excited about the budget. “Listen, I think these are things that, in particular, smaller...

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Posted 5 November 2025

Man charged with uttering threats after Eabametoong incident

A man is facing charges after a stand-off with police at a home in Eabametoong First Nation on Tuesday. Nishnawbe Aski Police working out of the Eabametoong First Nation detachment say officers were called in the early hours to a disturbance outside of a residence in the community....

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