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While it’s not a world record, the heaviest pumpkin at Murillo’s Pumpkinfest is proof that the event is growing. Don Cronk’s 1,411 pound pumpkin shattered the old Murillo record by more than 200 pounds Saturday afternoon.

People were handed extra shopping lists as they went into local stores for groceries Saturday. The list was part of Shelter House’s Fall Food Drive.

The shelves at the Thunder Bay Shelter House are going bare, but thankfully the annual food drive is right around the corner. The 20th annual food drive will kick off on Saturday at six different locations across town.

Some local students have been getting a lesson in never giving up from the story of Terry Fox.

The Thunder Bay Police Services Board has released an open letter in response to the now infamous police email that dubbed a murder suspect the "fresh breath killer." Below is the letter as it was sent to media.

THUNDER BAY – Mayor Keith Hobbs has apologized for any hurt feelings a recent email that labeled a murder suspect the “Fresh Breath Killer” may have caused the victim’s family.

THUNDER BAY -- A 20-year-old who organized a massive party in August now has a court date. The Thunder Bay Police Service concluded its investigation into a Aug. 31 party that took place at a Hacquoil Road home.

Fort William First Nations is considering creating its own emergency first response team as a backup plan in the event the James Street Swing Bridge shuts down.

THUNDER BAY – The city might not be the perogy-manufacturing capital of Canada, but Eva Gulbinowicz hopes it’s on its way.

A 17-year-old male was arrested Wednesday after walking in the James Street area with what appeared to be a handgun.