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Posted 18 July 2025

What makes THUNDER BAY “great”?

Earlier this week, a new survey was revealed that reported Quebec is the “happiest province in Canada”! Another list also revealed that Mississauga, Ontario is the “happiest city” in the country. In fact, the ‘happiest cities Top 10 list’, only featured cities in Quebec and Southern...

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Posted 18 July 2025

TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD! “Ice cream and good people”

Photo by Lukas Kienzler on Unsplash Today’s good news story comes from Tampa, Florida.  Don Thomas is well known in his community for his years of dedication and hard work.  A few weeks ago, he was spotted pushing a very ‘heavy ice-cream freezer’ down the road in the very hot Florida...

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Posted 18 July 2025

New fires confirmed as fire activity increases in Northwestern Ontario

Four new wildfires were confirmed in Northwestern Ontario by the evening of July 17 as fire activity continues to increase in some areas due to drying conditions. The new fires include Red Lake 112, located west of Sharp Lake, which is being held at 0.2 hectares. Three new fires in the...

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Posted 17 July 2025

More modular builds of Ontario correctional facilities planned

The designs used to expand correctional facilities in northwestern Ontario are being used on projects elsewhere. The provincial government is planning expansions of facilities in Thorold, Sudbury and Milton. Solicitor General Michael Kerzner says they will be modular builds, similar to...

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Posted 17 July 2025

Sips & Sights
Sipping History — The T. Eaton at Woodside

Every now and then, you stumble on a drink that doesn’t just taste amazing — it tells a story. And that’s exactly what happened when I stopped by Woodside, the beautiful bar tucked inside Goods & Co. Market in the heart of downtown Thunder Bay. Before I even get into the drink...

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Posted 17 July 2025

Former Thunder Bay Border Cats pitcher signed by New York Yankees

Another former Thunder Bay Border Cats pitcher is headed to an MLB organization. Mathew Tippie has been signed by the New York Yankees following the 2025 MLB Draft. He is the third Cats’ pitcher from the 2023 season to be picked up by an MLB team this year, joining Riely Hunsaker and...

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Posted 17 July 2025

FedNor investing total of $4.5 million in 22 northern Ontario tourism initiatives

The Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario is supplying a total of $4,571,673 to 22 tourism projects, businesses, and organizations throughout northern Ontario. This includes seven projects in northwestern Ontario. “Well, I think we’re poised in northern Ontario to...

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Posted 17 July 2025

Canada Post workers to vote on employer’s final offer starting July 21

More than 53,000 Canada Post workers will vote on the final offer from their employer starting July 21. According to a news release on Wednesday evening, a vote will be run by the Canada Industrial Relations Board until August 1. The Canadian Union of Postal Workers and Canada Post...

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Posted 17 July 2025

Provincial museums, galleries now part of Canada Strong Pass program

The Canada Strong Pass program is expanding to include provincial and territorial museums and galleries. Nearly 90 institutions across the country will offer free or discounted admission from now until Sept. 2. Children aged 17 and under will be able to get in for free, while youth aged...

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Posted 17 July 2025

TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD! “Reunited, cuz it feels so good”!

Reuniting a stuffed toy with a child.  Photo by Sharon Waldron on Unsplash It’s about a 3 year old boy from London, England. His cherished stuffed elephant went missing!  It was dropped on a sidewalk, after the boy’s mother, Catherine Wilson noticed it missing after a walk with her...

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