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$13M settlement in historic sexual abuse class action end of ‘long journey’ for survivors

$13M settlement in historic sexual abuse class action end of ‘long journey’ for survivors

Survivors of sexual abuse by Ralph Rowe, who was a priest and Scout leader between 1975 and 1985 in remote northern First Nations communities, say the settlement will not take away the pain or trauma but it is one of the final chapters in what has been a long journey
Jesse Allen sentenced to 15 years parole ineligibility for murder of brother

Jesse Allen sentenced to 15 years parole ineligibility for murder of brother

A jury found Jesse Allen guilty of second-degree murder for the 2021 stabbing death of his 18-year-old brother, Wayne Allen, in front of their father during an unprovoked attack inside their Manitouwadge home
50/50 winner takes home $1.44-million prize

50/50 winner takes home $1.44-million prize

The October jackpot was the fourth largest in the draw's history, the sixth time the top prize has topped $1 million -- and the fourth time this year.
Mentors and role models honoured on Dress Purple Day

Mentors and role models honoured on Dress Purple Day

Contest recognizes adults who Step Up to help kids along the path to adulthood.
Lakehead launches reusable container loan program

Lakehead launches reusable container loan program

A new program encourages students at Lakehead University's main cafeteria to borrow reusable containers via a smartphone app, rather than disposable items.
College president to retire next year

College president to retire next year

Kathleen Lynch, who took on the role as college president in 2018, is set to retire next September.
Council to debate nuclear waste position

Council to debate nuclear waste position

Thunder Bay's city council will debate whether to stake out a position opposing the transportation of nuclear waste through the city.
TBT NEWSHOUR: Oct. 26, 2023: Maine shooting claims 18 lives

TBT NEWSHOUR: Oct. 26, 2023: Maine shooting claims 18 lives

TBT News for Oct. 26, 2023: Maine shooting claims 18 lives
Good Morning, Thunder Bay!

Good Morning, Thunder Bay!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices.
Advocate calls for systemic changes following Sault Ste. Marie deaths

Advocate calls for systemic changes following Sault Ste. Marie deaths

Following tragic Sault Ste. Marie deaths, the executive director of the Northwestern Ontario Women's Centre says the criminal justice system needs a trauma-informed response for dealing with victims of intimate partner violence
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