Pilot missing after plane crash near Marathon

OPP say the Transportation Safety Board is investigating

Bannock burger sale on Saturday to raise funds for youth activities in low-income neighbourhood

by Jody Porter

You can put your hankering for a bannock burger to good use this Saturday in Thunder Bay, Ont., at a fundraiser for youth activities in a low-income neighbourhood.

Up North Rose created to grow and thrive in the north

Gardeners in northeastern Ontario who struggle to grow roses have a new variety to try, called the Canadian Shield Rose.

Up North Former foster child wants others like her to pursue higher education

A former Crown ward from Sudbury, Ont. is using her experience of coming through the foster care system, dealing with mental health issues, and graduating from college to help others like her overcome their challenges.

Love and tributes for Ojibway storytelller Richard Wagamese

The prolific author and orator Richard Wagamese passed away March 10, 2017 at 61 years old. He wrote six novels, a book of poetry and five non-fiction titles, including Indian Horse, Medicine Walk, For Joshua and Runaway Dreams.

Thursday March 16, 2017

As It Happens 'Ridiculously out of reach' hydro bills have rural Ontarians turning to churches for help

Hydro bills in rural Ontario have gotten so high that people are appealing to local churches for help — and those churches are struggling to meet demand.

'Get him back to Costa Rica': Federal NDP candidate Charlie Angus takes dig at Manitoba premier in Winnipeg

NDP leadership hopeful Charlie Angus took a swipe at Manitoba Premier Brian Pallister at the party's federal leadership mixer in Winnipeg on Friday night.

Conservative senator's comments on residential schools show 'lack of knowledge'

A prominent Indigenous leader in Sudbury, Ont. says recent comments by a Conservative senator show a misunderstanding of Canada's residential school system.

Prime Gelato makes the leap to grocery stores and restaurant menus

by Amy Hadley

Shoppers in Thunder Bay, Ont. will now be able to pick up a pint of locally-made gelato at some grocery stores.

No ruling on Police Services Act charges against former Thunder Bay OPP officer

A former police officer with provincial police in Thunder Bay, Ont., who was facing police services act charges, is no longer a member of the force, meaning the charges have expired.

Suspect arrested in connection with reported Little Mermaid robbery in Thunder Bay

Police in Thunder Bay, Ont. say they've made an arrest in the reported robbery of a south core clothing store.

John Rafferty, former New Democrat MP, eyeing a run at Queen's Park

A former New Democrat MP in Thunder Bay, Ont. says he's taking another run at politics, but this time, John Rafferty's focus is on Queen's Park.

Head-on collision on James St. in Thunder Bay leads to impaired driving charge

Police in Thunder Bay, Ont. say alcohol was a factor in a head-on collision Thursday evening that sent one person to hospital, reportedly with minor injuries.

Audio 50 hot and steamy years: Kangas Sauna marks anniversary

A Thunder Bay institution is marking a major milestone this year.

5 things families of missing, murdered Indigenous women seek as public hearings approach

by Jody Porter

More details were released this week about how the national inquiry into Canada's missing and murdered Indigenous women will proceed, but some family members remain concerned about what's not being said.

Thunder Bay police tweeting virtual ride-along on St. Patrick's Day

by Kris Ketonen

Those wondering what it's like to be a police officer may want to keep an eye on Thunder Bay police social media accounts Friday.

Senator Lynn Beyak stands by residential school remarks, cites 'fake news'

by John Paul Tasker

Conservative Senator Lynn Beyak says she has received much support after she defended residential schools in the Senate last week, and is ignoring calls to apologize to survivors of the system who have branded her remarks insensitive and inaccurate.

Family of Sherman Quisses to oppose alleged killer's application for stay of murder charge

The family of Sherman Quisses and his home community of Neskantaga First Nation say they intend to oppose an application by Adam Capay's lawyers for a stay of his first degree murder charge.

$4K fine for Minnesota man for firing at road-side moose decoy

A man from Osage, Minn. has been fined $4,250 for a pair of offences related to unsafe hunting in northwestern Ontario, according to the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry.

Outdoor Column Thunder Bay teenaged angler officially Ontario's 'ling king'

A teenager from Thunder Bay, Ont. has had his giant freshwater cod catch officially certified as an Ontario record.

She left her mining town for a career in medical research, then found it back at home

by Jody Porter

A biotechnology student says she wouldn't have made it back home to northern Ontario without the opportunities created by federal government funding for the Thunder Bay Regional Health Research Institute.

SOS program in trouble: why Thunder Bay's Shelter House says it can't do street outreach year-round

by Matt Prokopchuk

Thunder Bay's Shelter House is turning to the community to help keep its street outreach program going year-round.

Another 'very mild' ice year on Great Lakes

by Amy Hadley

Science is confirming what people living along the shores of Lake Superior have no doubt already guessed: it's been another "very mild ice year," on the Great Lakes.

Hockey history: Player from Thunder Bay part of record-breaking, 11-period game

by Kris Ketonen

When the Sparta Warriors and Storhamar Dragons lined up on the ice at the CC Amfi arena in Hamar, Norwary, on March 12, everybody expected a close and intense game of playoff hockey. But nobody, including Thunder Bay-born Sparta Warriors defenseman Graeme McCormack, anticipated just how close that game would be.

Police arrest suspect in manslaughter case

Armand George Cummings, charged with manslaughter in connection to an alleged homicide in Thunder Bay, has been arrested in Grassy Narrows.

Cab driver unhurt after attempted robbery, says Thunder Bay police

Police said that just after 2 a.m. Wednesday, the cab driver picked up a man on Vickers Street and drove towards Thunder Bay's north side when the attempted robbery occurred.

Commitment to social justice earns Law Society Medal for Thunder Bay lawyer

by Jody Porter

Thirty years of quiet, determined advocacy for people living in poverty in northwestern Ontario has earned a Thunder Bay lawyer top honours from the Law Society of Upper Canada.

Video This U.S. ice breaking vessel is on its way to Thunder Bay: Watch it in action

by Amy Hadley

The crew of the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Alder are getting ready for another bumpy ride, from Duluth Minn. to Thunder Bay, Ont.

Video 'Awesome patch of ice in the ditch' plus skates, equals breathtaking video

by Heather Kitching

Michael McKenzie has watched a lot of Crashed Ice ice-cross videos, so when he saw the stretch of icy mayhem near McKenzie Point, in northwestern Ontario, he laced up his skates and went for it.

'Put Victoriaville back on the map', mall manager says as council considers demolition

by Matt Prokopchuk

The manager of the Victoriaville Centre in Thunder Bay's south core says he's still working to bring business to the mall.

Ignace, Ont. man fined for trespassing, illegally shooting cow moose

An Ignace, Ont. hunter has been fined $5,000 for an illegal moose hunt.

Kakabeka Crystal says it expects to be operating within a few days

A Thunder Bay water company that's been shut down since bacteria was found in its product says it expects to be up and running again within a few days.

How Richard Wagamese will be remembered by author Wab Kinew

by Amy Hadley

Author Richard Wagamese, from the Wabaseemoong First Nation, is being remembered this week as a mentor and "generous soul," by another writer who also hails from northwestern Ontario.

Greater white-fronted geese flocking to northwestern Ontario

Entire flocks of 10-15 birds spotted around Thunder Bay, Dorion, Nakina and Terrace Bay.

Can Facebook posts make up for the lack of reporters at your local courthouse?

by Jody Porter

A Facebook page chronicling court proceedings in Thunder Bay, Ont., is drawing both applause and concern for its approach at citizen journalism.

Thunder Bay conservation group plans to protect 'pristine' Lake Superior Islands

by Amy Hadley

The Thunder Bay Field Naturalists are working on the purchase of a new nature reserve, dubbed the Superior Islands Nature Reserve, spread across a number of remote island locations, all within the Lake Superior National Marine Conservation Area.

'I stopped shaking and crying,' Little Mermaid owner happy after police find stolen goods

by Heather Kitching

Thunder Bay Police have located thousands of dollars worth of clothing stolen Sunday and Monday from the Little Mermaid clothing store. They are continuing their investigation into the break-ins.

New Unity through sport goal of new hockey tournament

A new hockey tournament organized by Fort William First Nation aims to bring youth together through sport.

How much local food does Thunder Bay want? Study aims to find out

The Thunder Bay and Area Food Strategy is launching the first phase of a five-phase study this week that will survey the demand for local food.

Audio It all started in Thunder Bay for sketch comedian at core of award-winning TV show

A CBC program starring a comedian from Thunder Bay, Ont. was a big winner at the Canadian Screen Awards.