Green's have a new candidate

The Green Party has found a new candidate for the upcoming provincial election.  Jon Milnes will run for the greens in Thunder Bay - Atikokan

NAN scoffs at Premier's offer

It's thumbs down by the Nishnawbe Aski Nation to an offer from the Ontario government.   Premier Dalton McGuinty is offering meetings instead of a Commission of Inquiry into the deaths of seven NAN students in Thunder Bay.   Deputy Grand Chief Terry Waboose says they expect nothing less from the Premier than to announce the inquiry.

Northern Debate a go!

The Northern Ontario Leaders Debate is a go!  NOMA Executive Director Charla Robinson says they'll be asking a variety of questions to the NDP and Progressive Conservatives.  The debate will take place next Friday at 11 at the Valhalla Inn.  It's only open to members of the Northwestern Ontario Municipal Association, Economic Development Commissions, and Chambers of Commerce.

Pickle Lake wants you to picnic

How about 100-thousand dollars in cold hard cash to fix up a popular tourist destination?  Pickle Lake is hoping to grab that cash as it's one of 5-communities in the running for the Schneiders 'Picnic Anywhere' competition.  John White is leading the local bid and says the community now needs your vote.  You can vote by going to Facebook and search the 'Picnic Anywhere Project from Schneiers'.

Fundraiser for hospice

St. Joseph's Care group is embarking on a new fundraiser.  This one is trying to raise half a million dollars for its hospice.   The project is a personal effort for local real estate agent and fundraising co-chair Karin Sitko.  She has experience with the care provided at the hospice and wanted to give something back.

No injuries in mishap

There are no injuries to report after a two vehicle accident on Edward Street near the entrance to Confederation College.  Police say that despite the proximity to the College entrance the current support staff strike had nothing to do with the incident.

Frost warning overnight

It's a sign that fall can't be all that far away. Environment Canada has issued a frost warning for overnight. Our meteorologist Bill Laidlaw says it's almost a sure thing.  Laidlaw says there could be another frost tomorrow night but it shouldn't be as intense as tonight.

Steed steps down

The Thunder Bay Border Cats are without a manager.  Mike Steed has resigned from his position as manager. The 41 year old native of Burlington, Ontario is giving family reasons for his decision.

T.Bay man charged with impaired driving

Sioux Lookout OPP have charged a Thunder Bay man with impaired driving.  Police received a complaint of an erratic driver on Highway 642 and officers caught up to the man.  Police arrested the 28-year-old for impaired operation of a motor vehicle.  He was transported to the Sioux Lookout Detachment where the accused refused to provide a breath sample.  He will appear in Court on November 15th

T.Bay woman invested in Order of Canada

A Thunder Bay woman is being invested into the Order of Canada. Ruth Kajander is being honoured for her work with people with psychiatric illnesses. Kajander is one of 45 Canadians being acknowledged by the Canadian Order.

McGuinty doesn't rule out deaths inquiry

Premier Dalton McGuinty is not ruling out a Commission of Inquiry into the deaths of seven First Nations students in Thunder Bay. McGuinty says the call by the Nishnawbe Aski Nation is now in the hands of the government's Child Advocate.   He's hoping to bring various levels of government to the table to come to grips with the problem. As well, McGuinty has again ruled out joining next week's leaders debate on Northern issues.

For Ken Lewenza it's ABH

The national leader of the Canadian Auto Workers Union is suggesting his members not support a Tim Hudak government. However, speaking in Thunder Bay, Ken Lewenza insists he is not endorsing any political party for this provincial election. However he admits his message is "anybody but Hudak".  Lewenza told a group of union members last night the Tories are not on the side of workers or public servants.

Gravelle responds to Northern Debate

Minister of Northern Development Michael Gravelle is coming to the defence of his Leader.  Gravelle says they want to make sure northern issues are heard on the province wide debate. In a press release, the Liberals say they wrote NOMA to tell them the Premier wouldn't be able to attend because he has a prior commitment.  The Liberals say they offered to make someone else available for the Thunder Bay debate, but they declined.

Stand off is over

The police stand off with a man who barricaded himself in a Brunswick Street home is over.  Police Spokesperson Chris Adams says the man surrendered shortly after 2:30 Wednesday.  A 53 year old Brunswick Avenue man is in custody and charges are pending.  The stand off started after city bylaw officers attempted to conduct a clean up of the man's property.

Police dealing with a tense situation

Thunder Bay Police are dealing with a stand off like situation on Brunswick Street.  A man has barricaded himself in a house with a woman who police believe is his girlfriend.  He's believed to be armed with a weapon. Spokesperson Chris Adams says it's too soon to call it a stand off and doesn't want to label the situation at this time.  Adams is asking the public to stay away from Brunswick, Waterloo and Victoria Street for their safety.

Neebing Avenue fire under investigation

The Fire Marshall is in Thunder Bay today investigating yesterday's townhouse fire on Neebing Avenue.  Inspector Terry Hanshire and a representative from the Fire Marshall's Office are on the scene.  The cause of the blaze is still not known.

Northern Ontario Debate next Friday

Premier Dalton McGuinty appears to be the only holdout in a Northern Ontario debate. Both NDP Leader Andrea Horwath and PC Leader Tim Hudak have accepted the NOMA invitation for September 23rd. Horwath says McGuinty opting out of the debate shows what he thinks of the North.  PC Candidate for Thunder Bay Superior North Anthony Leblanc agrees saying McGuinty continues to neglect the North. McGuinty says he wants to have a Northern Ontario specific debate in the September 27th televised debate.

McGuinty to bring campaign to Thunder Bay

Premier Dalton McGuinty is travelling to Thunder Bay to stir up some Liberal support during his election campaign.   One of the issues sure to come up will be McGuinty's reluctance to join in a leaders debate about Northern issues.   The Premier will arrive in the city tonight and is expected to leave after his tour of the Bombardier Plant tomorrow morning.

Red Cross honours hydro linesman

L to R: Rob Kruk-Rory Milani

A Thunder Bay Hydro linesman is being honoured for his heroism. Last May, Roy Milani performed live saving CPR on Robert Kruk who was having a heart attack. Milani credits the skills training he received through Thunder Bay Hydro.   As the result of his actions, the Red Cross has  given Milani a safety award.

ATV, Dirt bike collide

Two young men from O'Connor Township are in Thunder Bay hospital after an accident on a back road trail.  An 18 and 20 year old were driving an ATV and a dirt bike when they collided with each other.  The rider of the dirt bike sustained minor injuries, while the driver of the ATV received non life threatening injuries.