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Steve Mantis wants everyone to work together to make Northwestern Ontario a better place. That was his message after winning the Thunder Bay-Superior North provincial NDP nomination Thursday night.

Gov.-Gen. David Johnston is recognizing the accomplishments of two prominent Thunder Bay residents. Lawyer David Shannon and physician Ruth Kajander are two of 50 Canadians being appointed to the Order of Canada.

Gov.-Gen. David Johnston is recognizing the accomplishments of two prominent Thunder Bay residents. Lawyer David Shannon and physician Ruth Kajander are two of 50 Canadians being appointed to the Order of Canada.

Thunder Bay residents are getting their first look at what a proposed multiplex might look like in all three shortlisted locations.

Bruins Nation descended on city hall Thursday, cheering Mayor Keith Hobbs’ decision to fly the team flag in honour of their Stanley Cup win.

The city’s outdoor pools are open, officially ushering in the summer season in Thunder Bay. Kids of all ages couldn’t wait to dive in, splashing their vacation cares away on Day 1 of their annual summer break.

The city hopes more campers will hook up with Chippewa Park after changes to its RV park. The park’s 26 RV campsites now have 50 amp electrical service, water and new fire pits.

Thunder Bay's Police Chief is moving ahead with a lawsuit against Mayor Hobbs. Chief Bob Herman initially filed a libel notice in April following comments from the mayor to local media, alleging his private communications had been intercepted.

A 48-year -old man faces charges following a drug bust in Atikokan Wednesday. Police say a search of a home in that community turned up about 131 marijuana plants and a quantity of dried marijuana.

Less than six people remain in the running to become Thunder Bay’s next chief of police.