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Police investigating north-side stabbing

Police investigating north-side stabbing

THUNDER BAY – A person is in stable condition after being stabbed on the City's north side. Thunder Bay police said one person was taken to the hospital after a stabbing incident that took place on the 100 block of Picton Avenue.

Senior residents left without power

THUNDER BAY - Dozens of senior residents living at McKellar Place are just now getting their power back on, in the aftermath of Saturday's flooding. The former McKellar Hospital is now a senior's residence on the city's south side.

Camp owners concerned about new power transmission

THUNDER BAY - A group of Loon Lake camp owners wants Nextbridge Infrastructure to amend its plan to build a new power transmission line along the lake's North shore and they're asking Shuniah Township to help do something about it.
Taxpayers to foot $1.75-million recycling bill in 2017

Taxpayers to foot $1.75-million recycling bill in 2017

THUNDER BAY -- The 2017 municipal budget will include a $1.75-million bill to support the city's entire recycling program and more waste costs could follow.
Province commits to regional mental health Centre of Excellence

Province commits to regional mental health Centre of Excellence

THUNDER BAY -- Discussions have begun that could bring a Centre of Excellence for Addictions and Mental Health to Northwestern Ontario.

Spruce River Road to close because of flooding

SHUNIAH -- Spruce River Road is down for the count. Shuniah officials on Monday said the road will close on Tuesday morning at 9 a.m. because of damages suffered during weekend flooding.
Movie theatre murder case heads to trial next year

Movie theatre murder case heads to trial next year

THUNDER BAY – The suspect charged in the killing of a 20-year-old man outside a city movie theatre is scheduled to go to trial next year.
More prep needed as flood frequency rises, Councillors argue

More prep needed as flood frequency rises, Councillors argue

THUNDER BAY – Councillors representing two flooded areas of the city insist there needs to more preparation for the frequency of intense weather events.

O'Connor Township declares state of emergency in response to flooding

The Township of O'Connor has declared a State of Emergency due to washed out roads within the Township. Water has receded but some roads are still closed and other are in poor condition. PLEASE DRIVE WITH CAUTION WHEN TRAVELLING.
Glance at Crime: 30 assaults, 24 break-ins reported last week

Glance at Crime: 30 assaults, 24 break-ins reported last week

City police responded to more than 235 criminal incidents during the week of Monday, June 20 through Sunday, June 26. Thunder Bay Police Service statistics are made available through crimereports.
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