Innova now has True Grit

Thunder Bay's True Grit Consulting is on the move...to Innova Park. The company says it will be the first tenant of the industrial park which has been vacant ever since the city set aside the land for such a purpose. The company provides the professional services of various scientists, engineers and technicians.

Beardsley back to promote marathon

The second annual Miles with the Giant Marathon is set to go Sunday. Hundreds of participants are running either the half or full marathon.  One of the runners is motivational speaker Dick Beardsley who sees a great future for the local event.   He says it takes a while to get things rolling but he only sees it getting bigger and better every year. Beardsley says the secret is to make improvements every year.

Horwath visit skewered by Gravelle

Andrea Horwath's visit to the Bombardier plant in Thunder Bay is being slammed by Liberal Michael Gravelle who says she has nerve visiting the plant since she voted against legislation benefiting the facility. The NDP leader calls it a diversion from the real issues and once again challenged Premier McGuinty to take part in next week's leaders debate on northern issues.   While in Thunder Bay Horwath announced a new buy Ontario policy that would benefit Bombardier

Animkii Festival planned for October

The City of Thunder Bay is expanding it's Animkii Fall Feast from one day to four. Aboriginal Liason Officer Anna Gibbons says the festival will bring economic opportunities to the City. The pow wow, feast and other activities will take place at the CLE grounds October 13th to the 16th.

College and OPSEU go back to the table

OPSEU has modified its demands in an attempt to resume negotiations with Ontario's 24 community colleges.  Confederation College Picket Leader Enrico Pucci welcomes the bargaining process after being out on strike for 16 days.  A mediator has been appointed and talks could resume as early as Saturday.  Once talks resume OPSEU is asking for a media blackout.  


  

                    

Thunder Bay's Housing market continues to rise

Thunder Bay's housing market continues to hum along at a nice pace.  That's the opinion of the President of Thunder Bay's Real Estate Board.  Diane Erickson says our average house price is well behind the national number of 350 thousand dollars but rose to sit at just over 167 thousand dollars from January to August which is a 14 thousand dollar increase over the same period last year.  Erickson says our market is stable and steady and she expects it to continue to grow. 

3 car collision injures 2.

A three vehicle smash up this morning injured two people.  The collision happened just after 10 o'clock on Cumberland Street near Clavet.  The injuries are not known at this time but they are not believed to be serious. 

Counterfeit bills are being used in Thunder Bay

Thunder Bay Police are telling the public to be on the lookout for fake american money.  Around a dozen fake 20's have surfaced in the city after they were used mainly at fastfood restaurants.  All the bills shared the same serial number.

Con College casting call

You thespians and want-to-be-actors out there have a chance to strut your stuff this weekend. The Confederation College film program is holding a casting call at the Intercity Mall. The auditions take place Saturday from 3 until 5 and Sunday noon until 3

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.