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Archeological site ready to become road

Archeological site ready to become road

A 9,000-year-old archaeological site is now ready to become a new stretch of four-lane highway in Northwestern Ontario.

City support there if gallery wants to move

There is support in principle for a local art gallery should it choose to move to the waterfront.
Senior driver hopes study can help bust myths

Senior driver hopes study can help bust myths

Dick O’Donnell hopes to bust some myths about senior drivers. The 74-year-old is a participant in a five-year study that tracks the driving patterns of Canadian seniors in order to ensure safety on the road.
War memories

War memories

As the Germans began to run roughshod over his native Poland, Edward Jakubowski was given a choice. He could either join the Soviet army and fight for the communists, or be sent to a Russian labour camp.

Strike possible if COPE, Bombardier can’t reach deal

Contract talks have been scheduled for next week in hopes of averting another strike at Thunder Bay's Bombardier plant. Members of the Canadian Office and Professional Employees Union have threatened to walk off the job on Nov.
Local politicians share memories of why Remembrance Day is important

Local politicians share memories of why Remembrance Day is important

Remembrance Day hits close to home for Keith Hobbs, who grew up listening to the wartime stories of his mother and father.

Officers awarded for bravery during hotel fire

Nine city police officers have received commendations for bravery. The awards stem from a large fire that broke out on Oct. 22 at the Travelodge Hotel on Memorial Avenue.
Sign of the times

Sign of the times

There’s a new look for tourists arriving in the city. Thunder Bay’s Gateways signs have been installed in three key locations, greeting visitors from the south, wast and at the Thunder Bay International Airport.

Nipigon to hold town hall meetings about nuclear waste management

Nipigon Town Council has decided community input is important on whether to be part of a nuclear waste management program.
Mauro now parliamentary assistant for Northern Development, Mines

Mauro now parliamentary assistant for Northern Development, Mines

While it is not a cabinet position, a Thunder Bay MPP has been given a new ministry role.
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