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Guilty verdict rendered in second-degree murder case

Guilty verdict rendered in second-degree murder case

THUNDER BAY -- A jury did not agree with David Wilson’s defence of not being criminally responsible for the fatal stabbing of 48-year-old Robert Barbeau, and instead found him guilty of second-degree murder The jury was tasked with determining
Business fishing for success amid industry’s uncertain future

Business fishing for success amid industry’s uncertain future

Local commercial fishing could be an at-risk species in Thunder Bay. The business owners who operate the fishing vessels that troll the Lake Superior coast have traditionally had their children take over upon retirement.

NDP's Campbell demands Lyme disease strategy, funding for treatment

TORONTO – Sarah Campbell wants the province to create a comprehensive Lyme disease strategy and provide full funding from diagnosis through treatment. The Kenora-Rainy River NDP MPP made the statement on Wednesday at Queen’s Park.
Third suspect pleads guilty in Field Street murder case

Third suspect pleads guilty in Field Street murder case

THUNDER BAY – A third suspect has entered a guilty plea in a Field Street homicide case that happened nearly two years ago.
Angus slams Liberals over FedNor inaction

Angus slams Liberals over FedNor inaction

OTTAWA – Timmins NDP MP Charlie Angus says FedNor is in urgent need of an overhaul.
Poor Young Things to play free show during Can-Am Police-Fire Games opening ceremonies

Poor Young Things to play free show during Can-Am Police-Fire Games opening ceremonies

THUNDER BAY -- A busy July weekend just got even busier.
City on defensive following pumping station failure

City on defensive following pumping station failure

THUNDER BAY – The city is defending itself amid public backlash regarding its response to last week’s boil-water advisory.
OPP investigating fatal single-vehicle crash

OPP investigating fatal single-vehicle crash

FORT FRANCES, Ont.
Murder trial jury grapples with guilty, not criminally responsible outcomes

Murder trial jury grapples with guilty, not criminally responsible outcomes

THUNDER BAY – As the jury begins attempting to reach a verdict in the David Wilson murder trial, an outcome of not guilty is not a consideration.
Creditors vote in support of Wasaya restructuring plan

Creditors vote in support of Wasaya restructuring plan

THUNDER BAY -- Creditors of Wasaya Airways LP and Wasaya Airways Leasing Ltd. (“Wasaya”) met in Thunder Bay on May 17, 2016 to vote on the proposals offered by Wasaya to restructure its debt obligations.
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