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Alstom layoffs scheduled to begin in May, union says

Alstom layoffs scheduled to begin in May, union says

The trimming of the workforce is expected to happen in stages until the end of August as the contract to build LRV streetcars for Toronto winds down.
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Multi-storey apartment building proposed for vacant Algoma Street site

Multi-storey apartment building proposed for vacant Algoma Street site

A $7.5 million infill project is planned at the former location of an automotive service station
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Matawa language program needs stable funding, CEO says

Matawa language program needs stable funding, CEO says

Matawa Waka Tere has been running in all nine communities served by Matawa First Nations Management and in Thunder Bay.
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‘High expectations’: NAN congratulates new Prime Minister, expects government to uphold treaties

‘High expectations’: NAN congratulates new Prime Minister, expects government to uphold treaties

Nishnawbe Aski Nation Grand Chief Alvin Fiddler’s statement says First Nations must be ‘true partners’ in mineral and resource projects.
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Strong mayor powers 'a tool in our toolbox,' Kenora's Poirier says

Strong mayor powers 'a tool in our toolbox,' Kenora's Poirier says

Kenora council discussed strong mayor powers in mid-April, and Poirier discussed it with Newswatch during the 2025 NOMA conference.
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Weapons call leads to robbery arrest in Thunder Bay

Weapons call leads to robbery arrest in Thunder Bay

Police had received reports of a possible weapons incident early Wednesday morning.
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New clerk-treasurer 'very, very important' to nuclear host community

New clerk-treasurer 'very, very important' to nuclear host community

Township council voted unanimously to approve the hiring of Lesley Sterling to the position.
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Thunder Bay resident wins Dryden 50/50 grand prize

Thunder Bay resident wins Dryden 50/50 grand prize

Tammy Krupa had the numbers that brought her a windfall of $106,567
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Washouts keep Highway 17 closed south of Wawa

Washouts keep Highway 17 closed south of Wawa

Crews are working to repair damage caused by heavy rain Tuesday
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New snowmobile bridge will eliminate risk of highway collisions

New snowmobile bridge will eliminate risk of highway collisions

The Greenstone Snowmobile Club received funding for a 60-foot bridge over a fast-flowing creek near Highway 11
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