Local News

THUNDER BAY -- A small garage fire on South Marks Street caused extensive damage but no one was hurt, firefighters say. Platoon Chief Brant Kiessig said a resident reported heavy smoke coming from the garage.

Following is a news bulletin released by Ontario’s Ministry of Natural Resources: ___________ The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry is reminding anglers to check local ice conditions before heading onto the ice to fish.

THUNDER BAY – City police are kicking off spring break with stepped up traffic enforcement. Thunder Bay Police Service officials say traffic enforcement officers put fresh batteries into the Lidar guns this past weekend.

THUNDER BAY – No injuries reported following a north-side kitchen fire Sunday evening. Firefighters with the Thunder Bay Fire Rescue responded to reports of a blaze at about 6:30 p.m. in the 300 block of Elliot Street.

THUNDER BAY -- City police responded to more than 204 incidents during the week of Monday, March. 9, 2015 through Sunday, March. 15, 2015. Thunder Bay Police Service statistics are made available through crimereports.

THUNDER BAY -- City council will take a look at a rezoning request for the former Port Arthur Prosvita at tonight’s regular scheduled meeting at city hall.

FORT FRANCES, Ont. – Foul play is not suspected after a body was found in the Rainy River. The body of a woman was found in the river on Saturday afternoon by a fisherman at a boat launch on McIrvine Road.

Pay attention and keep your eyes on the road at all times.

THUNDER BAY – An urban designer and landscaper believes one major change could make city roadways safer. Add more designated crosswalks.

THUNDER BAY – Teachers at four city high schools could be on strike by the end of the school year.