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Province launches mining industry information for Aboriginal youth

Aboriginal youth looking for information on the mining industry will now have descriptions at their fingertips after the province launched an information campaign Tuesday.
All day long

All day long

A father of two says he’s glad to have all day kindergarten for his youngest daughter so he can work and spend more time with her afterwards.
Green power

Green power

Thunder Bay Hydro has jumped feet first into the anti-global warming game. On Tuesday the publicly owned utility officially opened its $9.

Murder suspect pleads guilty

A Thunder Bay murder suspect has avoided going to trial, after pleading guilty to manslaughter in connection with another young man's death.
Active tax credit

Active tax credit

The province says it is encouraging children to get active – physically and mentally – with a proposed permanent, refundable tax credit.

Fire destroys Vermilion Bay gas station

A popular gas station, convenience store and restaurant in Vermilion Bay is likely a total loss after a fire. The Village Corner went up in flames Monday morning along the Trans-Canada Highway.

Three file for election, speculation grows

The municipal election slate is getting crowded. Three more candidates have officially put their names in, and a longtime radio broadcaster has sent media an email indicating he plans to enter the at-large race, making it a 12-person challenge.
Fall fair begins

Fall fair begins

Trudy Reid doesn’t want people to lose their connection to local farms. An educator with the Dairy Farmers of Ontario, Reid wanted to make sure people knew where their milk came from.
Joy ride damages George Burke baseball field

Joy ride damages George Burke baseball field

Police are looking for more information about a stolen vehicle used to damage a park near the McIntyre River.
New role

New role

Kenora MP Greg Rickford’s new job may keep him on his toes but he said he isn’t going to let the workload distract him from his obligations in his riding. On Aug.
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