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Posted 20 June 2025

Provincial funding to expand teaching programs

The provincial government is allowing universities to expand their teaching programs. The $55.8 million will add space to train up to 2,600 new teachers by 2027. Colleges and Universities Minister Nolan Quinn is focusing the funding on programs that meet specific areas of need. “We have...

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Posted 20 June 2025

Simpson Street set for extended closure

Simpson Street in Thunder Bay is set for a lengthy closure to continue infrastructure and road work. The street is going to be closed from Victoria Avenue to Dease Street starting on Monday. During the work, Simpson is set to get fresh asphalt, sidewalks and traffic signals at intersections. The...

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Posted 20 June 2025

Simpson Street set for extended closure

Simpson Street in Thunder Bay is set for a lengthy closure to continue infrastructure and road work. The street is going to be closed from Victoria Avenue to Dease Street starting on Monday. During the work, Simpson is set to get fresh asphalt, sidewalks and traffic signals at intersections. The...

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Posted 20 June 2025

Driver found asleep behind the wheel facing charges

A 45-year-old is facing charges after being found unconscious in the driver’s seat of a vehicle that was involved in a collision. Further investigation of the situation also led to the seizure of suspected crack cocaine. Officers were sent to a business on River Street around 4:00 a.m. on...

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Posted 20 June 2025

Driver found asleep behind the wheel facing charges

A 45-year-old is facing charges after being found unconscious in the driver’s seat of a vehicle that was involved in a collision. Further investigation of the situation also led to the seizure of suspected crack cocaine. Officers were sent to a business on River Street around 4:00 a.m. on...

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Posted 20 June 2025

Travel from northwestern Ontario to U.S. down 25-38%

The U.S. border with northwestern Ontario is not experiencing the usual traffic volume. Data from U.S. Customs and Border Protection shows that the number of people crossing into Minnesota at Fort Frances-International Falls is down 25 percent. There is a further 38% decrease at Pigeon River....

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Posted 20 June 2025

Travel from northwestern Ontario to U.S. down 25-38%

The U.S. border with northwestern Ontario is not experiencing the usual traffic volume. Data from U.S. Customs and Border Protection shows that the number of people crossing into Minnesota at Fort Frances-International Falls is down 25 percent. There is a further 38% decrease at Pigeon River....

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Posted 20 June 2025

Thunder Bay Border Cats looking for back to back wins against Waterloo Bucks

The Thunder Bay Border Cats are looking for back-to-back wins against the Waterloo Bucks in Northwoods League action. The team currently sits third in the Great Plains East Division with a 14-10 record on the year. The teams are scheduled for a rematch with the opening pitch set for 6:35 p.m. on...

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Posted 20 June 2025

Thunder Bay Border Cats looking for back to back wins against Waterloo Bucks

The Thunder Bay Border Cats are looking for back-to-back wins against the Waterloo Bucks in Northwoods League action. The team currently sits third in the Great Plains East Division with a 14-10 record on the year. The teams are scheduled for a rematch with the opening pitch set for 6:35 p.m. on...

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Posted 20 June 2025

Construction on Water Street underway in Thunder Bay

Some roadwork is underway on Water Street in Thunder Bay. The work initially got underway on Thursday and is expected to last roughly three weeks. The roadway will not be completely closed, but there will be lane reductions. During the work, the city will be doing infrastructure and drainage...

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