Local News

THUNDER BAY -- The potential for a new event coming to the city could be a catalyst for new business.

THUNDER BAY -- Police have charged a 78-year-old driver with careless driving following a Sunday crash on Chippewa road. Thunder Bay Police Service investigators say the crash took place on Nov. 30 at about 3:45 p.m.

THUNDER BAY -- The city’s gas prices are no longer listed among the worst in the province. According to the online fuel-price watchdog Ontariogasprices.

MARATHON, Ont. -- Ontario’s Ministry of Transportation is reviewing the operations of a North Shore highway contractor, after a predicted winter storm caused the TransCanada Highway to close for nearly two days.

THUNDER BAY -- Six community organizations have come together to form a behaviour therapy group for people struggling to deal with intense emotions and impulsive behaviours.

FORT FRANCES, Ont -- The Mayor of Fort Frances is expressing optimism toward Resolute Forest Products’ plans to heat parts of the idled mill in that town.

THUNDER BAY -- City police have charged a 27-year-old man following an investigation into a November crash on City Road. Thunder Bay Police Service officers have charged the man with dangerous driving, impaired driving and failing to wear a seatbelt.

The city manager says he's expecting a revised offer soon from CN Rail regarding the James Street swing bridge. The bridge has now been closed to vehicles for 13 months following a major fire lin October of 2013.

Shelter House thinks it will be transporting at least one person an hour through its Street Outreach Service.

THUNDER BAY -- The city does a good job of providing inclusivity for people with disabilities, but it could be great.