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Porter Airlines is expanding its service between Thunder Bay and Pearson Airport for the summer. "Our goal is to fly where our customers want to travel, and this is a moment Canada is at the top of many people's list," said President Kevin Jackson. "We are adding routes and increasing flights in regions ...

A man is facing charges following a police response to reports of a weapon. Officers were sent to Cumberland Street North on Sunday evening after receiving reports that a man had been seen with a possible handgun. Officers were able to locate a suspect matching a given description. A search of the suspect revealed he w...

A collision between a vehicle and a city grader vehicle has led to charges. Officers were sent to the north end of the city early Saturday morning after receiving reports of a collision. A vehicle had driven into the back of the grader. Responding officers spoke to the driver of the vehicle and noticed signs of impairm...

The Thunder Bay Public Library's Library Giving Day campaign is back. The one-day fundraising event is running for the second year and it is taking place on Tuesday. "Charitable donations enable TBPL to innovate and introduce new programs and collections for free community access," said CEO Richard Togman. &q...

Two home searches in the Nipigon area have led to the seizure of suspected drugs and three arrests. On March 24, officers performed a search in Lake Helen First Nation (Red Rock Indian Band). The investigation led to the seizure of suspected cocaine, methamphetamine, hydromorphone, and cash. As a result, a 43-year-old ...

The construction of a new cardiovascular surgery facility continues at the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre. On Monday, the hospital's main entrance (at the revolving doors) and renal entrance were closed. The entrances will remain closed for the rest of the construction. The west entrance is being used as t...

Two teens are facing charges following a violent incident inside a home in Eabametoong First Nation. Officers with the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service received a call for assistance on Wednesday, stating there was an assault that had occurred in the community. An investigation determined that multiple people were in the ...

Thunder Bay's police are warning the public about a new scam making its way around the city. They've received reports that residents have been receiving aggressive messages trying to extort money. The sender claims to be the boss of an escort service, and they threaten to harm the recipient and members of their family ...

Thunder Bay Public Library is hosting a meet and greet with the local federal election candidates. The event will give residents a chance to connect with candidates running in Thunder Bay-Superior North and Thunder Bay-Rainy River. "Elections are critical points in our community's development," said CEO Richa...

Lakehead Public Schools is launching a hockey academy pilot program. LPS Edge: Excellence in Hockey and Academic Skills Academy is getting underway in September and it is initially being offered for students who will be entering Grade 9 at that time. "This pilot program is the latest in a number of pathways to gra...