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The Thunder Bay Chamber of Commerce is voicing it support regarding a letter sent to the government.

The city's proposal to introduce paid parking at Marina Park met nearly unanimous opposition at a public consultation Thursday evening at Mariner's Hall.

Despite the proposed Thunder Bay Event and Convention Centre being left off the list when Thunder Bay officials lobbied provinical ministries this week, the Intergovernmental Affairs Committee chairman says the $114-million project is "still on the books."

Representatives of the city's Intergovernmental Affairs Committee spent the week meeting with provincial ministers in Toronto, hoping the Ontario government will financially support the city's social programs as health programs.

Railway's lawyers argue 1906 James Street Swing Bridge agreement does not hold up more than a century later as company attempts to get out of deal with the City of Thunder Bay.

Derek Burney, the former ambassador to the United States, served a four-year term and will continue on as chancellor emeritus.

A Lakehead public school official says the board keeps a close eye on the use of smartphones by students, but the devices are proving to be a good learning tool.

From a NASA director to a discussion on mercury in our water will be topics of free public discussions during LU's R&I week.

Local skiers still have an opportunity to register for this year’s Sleeping Giant Loppet, which takes place Saturday at the Sleeping Giant Provincial Park.

Organizers say snowmobile trails open and in great shape for Saturday event.