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Nearly a decade after she escaped life in a Hutterite colony, Sheryl Waldner feels called to put down roots in Thunder Bay. Waldner and her sister Darlene thought they'd grown up shy. They weren't allowed to sing, travel or pursue education.

THUNDER BAY -- Lakehead University hosted a number of activities this past week in celebration of National Aboriginal Day. About 600 students from 18 different schools around the city took part.

FORT WILLIAM FIRST NATIONS, Ont. – Women were the centrepiece of a weekend powwow in this Northwestern Ontario community.

THUNDER BAY – A nap behind the wheel is what police believe led to a car being driven into the Current River. Thunder Bay Police Service officials say a 23-year-old city man now faces charges of driving while suspended and careless driving.

A Fort William First Nation dancer has been chosen among local delegates to participate in the first-ever powwow on the Great Wall of China. Bess Ann Legarde will be one of 10 First Nations dancers hoping to travel to Jiaozou in August.

Howard Hampton is officially returning to politics, promising to improve the beleaguered relationship between Canada and First Nations.

THUNDER BAY – Social housing properties will now be smoke-free and residents will be limited the number of pets they can own.

In the wake of a dramatic ceremony in Shoal Lake this week, the Council of Canadians has launched a letter-writing campaign calling for the federal government to pay its share and end a century of isolation for Shoal Lake 40 First Nation.

The missing person has been located. As a result, the original post has been removed from our website and social media platforms.

THUNDER BAY – Environment Canada has posted a special weather statement for this city. The government weather agency says thunderstorms featuring strong winds and hail are possible this afternoon.