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THUNDER BAY -- An organizer counted down from three and a room full of local mothers gathered at the waterfront all began breastfeeding at once. About 50 local women "latched on" at the same time as an entire movement across Canada.

THUNDER BAY -- Don't be alarmed if you see a controlled fire or two around town this week. Thunder Bay Fire Rescue kicked off Fire Prevention Week at the Thunder Centre on Saturday with real demonstrations to teach practical skills.

THUNDER BAY – A major fan expo is heading for this city. Thundercon and Game Expo 2015 is set to launch at the Valhalla Inn Sunday Oct. 25 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

THUNDER BAY -- Neskantaga First Nation is declaring a health crisis over what its leadership suspects is poor quality water.

THUNDER BAY – Gail Brescia appreciates the regional hospital’s focus on patient and family centred care. The 53-year-old was diagnosed with breast cancer in January and underwent extensive surgery just a month later.

THUNDER BAY -- Public health care hasn't been central in the federal election campaign but those who work in the field say it ought to be.

THUNDER BAY -- The local public school board is frustrated with a bargaining process it can't control and doesn't know how long it can keep normal operations in schools going.

A public beach in Sioux Lookout remains closed off following the discovery of a petroleum-like substance on the lake next to the community. The mysterious residue was first detected last Friday by a member of the public.

THUNDER BAY – City police have released more information, including images, into the recent attempted armed robbery of a gas bar. The attempted robbery took place in the early morning of Thursday Oct.