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Food donations to RFDA down a staggering $400,000 in 2015

Food donations to RFDA down a staggering $400,000 in 2015

THUNDER BAY -- The food bank for food banks is struggling to get people the food they need. Regional Food Distribution Association executive director Volker Kromm said food donations were down about 25 per cent, $400,000, last year.
Living in an apartment? Be aware of these critical safety tips

Living in an apartment? Be aware of these critical safety tips

(KENORA, ON) The Kenora OPP would like to remind home owners who reside in condominiums and apartment owners of some safety tips: • Be aware of suspicious or unknown people trying to get inside the building.
Extreme cold warning issued for city, surrounding area

Extreme cold warning issued for city, surrounding area

THUNDER BAY -- Environment Canada has issued an extreme cold warning for this area. The full warning can be read below.
Voyageur Winter Carnival set for Family Day long weekend

Voyageur Winter Carnival set for Family Day long weekend

Fort William Historical Park is buzzing with activity even before the long weekend winter carnival begins.

Runaway dog attacks deer, fetches $1,000 fine for Conmee man

A Conmee Township man has been fined $1,000 for letting his dog run at large. The man pleaded guilty to permitting his dog to run at large in an area inhabited by game and was fined $1,000.
City council managed a slight decrease in its proposed tax levy Thursday night

City council managed a slight decrease in its proposed tax levy Thursday night

THUNDER BAY -- City council managed to cut more than $410,000 during its first round of budget talks Thursday.

Kenora OPP locate missing teen girl

KENORA, Ont. - A 14-year-old girl reported missing Thursday has been located safely As this is now a private matter, the identity of the girl has been removed from this site. Thank you for your co-operation.

City continues looking into whether 2021 Canada Games bid is worthwhile

THUNDER BAY -- With the deadline a few months away, the city is still looking into whether it should try to hos the 2021 Canada Games.
Lesser known 211 phone number celebrates eighth birthday

Lesser known 211 phone number celebrates eighth birthday

THUNDER BAY -- Phone number 211 is turning eight. Established in Northern Ontario eight years ago, 211 acts as an information hub for non-emergency services.
Afraid of being T-boned? Avoid these intersections

Afraid of being T-boned? Avoid these intersections

THUNDER BAY – If you got into a car crash last year in the city, there's a good chance it was at an intersection along the Harbour Expressway.
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