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Posted 29 May 2025

35% pay raise proposes for MPPs

A 16-year pay freeze impacting Members of Provincial Parliament could be coming to an end. Proposed legislation from Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy could increase salaries by 35 percent. It would move MPPs’ wages to just over $157,000 a year, with the Premier earning over $282 thousand. If...

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Posted 29 May 2025

35% pay raise proposes for MPPs

A 16-year pay freeze impacting Members of Provincial Parliament could be coming to an end. Proposed legislation from Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy could increase salaries by 35 percent. It would move MPPs’ wages to just over $157,000 a year, with the Premier earning over $282 thousand. If...

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Posted 29 May 2025

Smoke expected to cause poor air quality in much of northwestern Ontario

Environment Canada has put a Special Air Quality Statement in effect for much of northwestern Ontario due to smoke from forest fires in the region. According to Environment Canada, the smoke is causing or is expected to cause poor air quality and reduced visibility. The smoke is expected to be...

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Posted 29 May 2025

Smoke expected to cause poor air quality in much of northwestern Ontario

Environment Canada has put a Special Air Quality Statement in effect for much of northwestern Ontario due to smoke from forest fires in the region. According to Environment Canada, the smoke is causing or is expected to cause poor air quality and reduced visibility. The smoke is expected to be...

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Posted 29 May 2025

Charges laid following investigation into historical child sexual abuse allegations

Thunder Bay’s city police have laid charges following a year-long investigation into historical child sexual abuse allegations. Officers began an investigation after receiving reports of allegations in 2024 that date back roughly two decades and involve a child welfare agency worker who was...

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Posted 29 May 2025

Funds set aside for critical mineral processing facilities

The province is moving quickly on a budget promise. A half-million dollars is being set aside to support the processing of critical minerals in Ontario. The Critical Minerals Processing Fund is to assist with the construction or expansion of processing plants. Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy...

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Posted 29 May 2025

Habitat for Humanity, Acadia Broadcasting team up to raise $45K

Acadia Broadcasting has teamed up with Habitat for Humanity to help raise $45,468 for its upcoming Triplex Project. 99.9 The Bay and Country 105 hosted a 12-hour marathon on Wednesday, broadcasting from our studios and the Habitat for Humanity Restore. At the store, a BBQ was run by Fox on the...

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Posted 29 May 2025

Funds set aside for critical mineral processing facilities

The province is moving quickly on a budget promise. A half-million dollars is being set aside to support the processing of critical minerals in Ontario. The Critical Minerals Processing Fund is to assist with the construction or expansion of processing plants. Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy...

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Posted 29 May 2025

Habitat for Humanity, Acadia Broadcasting team up to raise $45K

Acadia Broadcasting has teamed up with Habitat for Humanity to help raise $45,468 for its upcoming Triplex Project. 99.9 The Bay and Country 105 hosted a 12-hour marathon on Wednesday, broadcasting from our studios and the Habitat for Humanity Restore. At the store, a BBQ was run by Fox on the...

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Posted 29 May 2025

Removal of Victoriaville Centre set to begin

The Victoriaville Centre’s time as a notable landmark in downtown Fort William is coming to an end. The Reimagine Victoriaville Project is set to enter Phase Three, marking the start of the removal of the centre. Part of the work will also include reconnecting Victoria Avenue and revitalizing...

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