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Gary Rinne

Gary Rinne

Born and raised in Thunder Bay, Gary started part-time at Tbnewswatch in 2016 after retiring from the CBC where he worked as news producer. Prior to the CBC he spent more than 30 years in radio and television news at Dougall Media. He enjoys researching and writing stories on just about any subject. Gary likes travelling and spending time at camp.

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Recent Work by Gary

North shore bank closure should be appealed, MPP says

North shore bank closure should be appealed, MPP says

Lise Vaugeois wants BMO to come up with a solution 'that respects the people'.
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Feds announce $900K for planting trees in the Ogoki Forest

Feds announce $900K for planting trees in the Ogoki Forest

An area destroyed by fire in 2023 will be regenerated in a collaboration that includes the private sector and the First Nations group that manages the forest.
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Thunder Bay braces for a cold spell

Thunder Bay braces for a cold spell

''A constant stream of Arctic air' is coming on the weekend, Environment Canada says
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Closure of the last bank in Schreiber/Terrace Bay is 'devastating,' mayor says

Closure of the last bank in Schreiber/Terrace Bay is 'devastating,' mayor says

The Bank of Montreal announced it will shut down its north shore branch in July.
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Construction continues at brisk pace in Thunder Bay

Construction continues at brisk pace in Thunder Bay

$225 million in building permits were issued in 2024, one of the highest totals ever
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Four people charged after seizure of cocaine and cash

Four people charged after seizure of cocaine and cash

Search warrants were executed at residences in Thunder Bay and Kakabeka Falls.
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Thunder Bay man wins second hospital 50/50 grand prize in a year

Thunder Bay man wins second hospital 50/50 grand prize in a year

Matthew Baumann has won the grand prize in hospital 50/50 fundraisers in both Chatham and Sudbury
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OPP searched for transport truck involved in near-collision on Highway 17

OPP searched for transport truck involved in near-collision on Highway 17

Police said the incident highlights the danger posed by reckless driving on winter roads
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Woman gets overwhelming response to effort to rehome nine goats

Woman gets overwhelming response to effort to rehome nine goats

A Thunder Bay-area resident promised her late friend she would find good caretakers for her beloved animals
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New bishop appointed for Thunder Bay diocese

New bishop appointed for Thunder Bay diocese

Father Alan Campeau, currently the pastor at three parishes in the Dryden area, will succeed Bishop Fred Colli
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