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Massive forest fire is the biggest ever measured in the province

Red Lake 12 is still uncontrolled after forcing the evacuation of two First Nations.

Jun 27, 2025 5:55 PM Read more >

Local partners offer a 'lifeline' to resurrect SOS program

The program helps alleviate pressure on first responders and the emergency department.

Jun 27, 2025 5:27 PM Read more >

School’s out for the summer

Kids in Thunder Bay celebrate the last day of school and the start of summer vacation.

Jun 27, 2025 4:59 PM Read more >

Muskeg Express train back on track

The Centennial Park children’s ride has been out of service since June 2024.

Jun 27, 2025 4:45 PM Read more >

Sioux Lookout councillor vacates position

Coun. Luc Beaulne tendered his resignation, citing personal reasons for the decision.

Jun 27, 2025 4:25 PM Read more >

Rural leaders concerned over truck route impact

OLIVER PAIPOONGE — Municipal leaders in Conmee and Oliver Paipoonge say they plan to press the province to beef up road-safety measures on Highway 11-17 following approval of a Thunder Bay bylaw that aims to divert heavy transport-truck traffic

Jun 27, 2025 4:15 PM Read more >

Geraldton hospital grapples with escalating costs

Capital projects have become more expensive, due in part to the Trump-initiated trade war.

Jun 27, 2025 4:00 PM Read more >

No injuries in Thursday morning encampment fire

Thunder Bay Fire Rescue quickly doused the blaze.

Jun 27, 2025 3:47 PM Read more >

Thunder Bay woman wins $1.73M 50/50 draw

The Thunder Bay 50/50 draw has awarded more than $69 million in prizes since it was launched in 2021.

Jun 27, 2025 3:25 PM Read more >

Bill C-5 approval disappoints Indigenous leaders

Bill giving Ottawa new powers to fast-track projects deemed 'in the national interest' passed in the Senate on Thursday

Jun 27, 2025 2:30 PM Read more >