Lottery winner still unknown

The city is buzzing about who might be the winner of the 50 million dollar lottery draw on Friday. The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation says that the winning Lotto Max ticket was sold in Thunder Bay. So far no one has come forward to claim the prize, so it isn't known yet if the winner is a single purchaser or if it was bought as part of an office lottery pool. Lottery retailers in the city are equally perplexed. Those we spoke to had no idea if the ticket was purchased at their outlet or not.

Woman rescued in harbour

An 19 year old Thunder Bay woman is in hospital suffering from hypothermia after being rescued on the harbour near the mouth of the Neebing-McIntyre Floodway. A Fire Service official says she had become stranded and police say she was hanging on to a tree stump. A hovercraft was used in the rescue. It's not clear how she got there but police say alcohol was involved. . Her cries for help were heard by workers at Keefer Terminal before 10 o'clock this morning.

Who has the 50 million dollar ticket?

One lucky person in Thunder Bay is holding the 50 million dollar lotto max ticket. The ticket was purchased in the city and was picked from last night's OLG draw.

Eye on the Street helps police

A 21 year old woman is in police custody after a late night stabbing. Eye on the Street reported the stabbing to police which happened at the intersection of Brodie Street and Victoria Avenue just after three oclock this morning. Police say the 25 year old victim was taken to hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

Man struck by car

One man is in hospital with non-life threatening injuries after being hit by a car last night. Police say a 44 year old man was intoxicated while trying to cross the street near the intersection of Simpson Street at Northern Avenue when he was struck by a car. He was taken to hospital where he is being treated for his injuries.

Hospital CEO tops sunshine list

The provincial Sunshine List  is out and Thunder Bay remains well represented. The CEO of the Health Sciences Centre Andree Robichaud leads the way in Thunder Bay with a 2011 salary of 390 thousand dollars. Other highlights of the list saw LU President Brian Stevenson make 360 thousand dollars, the heads of the local school boards both made the list as well as Confederation College President Jim Madder. In total there were around 300 professors from both LU and Confederation college on the list. Another point of interest was North West LHIN CEO Laura Kokocinski who was paid just under 250 thousand dollars. Here is the link to the salary disclosure site.

Social workers join union

The Canadian Auto Workers Union is claiming victory after successfully organizing workers at the Alpha Court Non Profit Housing Corporation. Union spokesperson Jody Powers says the workers were concerned about the working atmosphere. The CAW now represents 26 mental health and addictions workers at the corporation.

City police investigating Hit and Run

Thunder Bay Police are investigating a hit and run that happened just after 7:30 this morning.  Police say a 50 year old man was walking across the intersection of Isabella and Memorial when he was hit by a car.  The Driver stopped and asked if the man was okay and then left.  Officers say the pedestrian ended walking to work and was then taken to hospital.  Police are looking for a dark coloured midsize car.

How Tweet it is...the city is on Twitter

The city of Thunder Bay is on the Twitter bandwagon. Spokesperson Stacey Levanen says they've been on the social media site for some time, and are now taking it to the next level.  Levanen says they hope to incorporate Twitter into city run events, like open houses.  @CityThunderBay

Cyclist facing charges after collision

A cyclist is facing charges after being hit by a car last night in the city's North end.  The 31 year old woman was riding her bike on the cross walk across John Street when she was hit by the car which was turning left off of Junot.  She was taken to hospital and was released shortly after.

TD Green Streets program

The TD Green Streets Initiative is giving out money to a local organization.  Thunder Bay is getting a green street grant to put towards an urban forestry project.

Minister Joe Oliver paying T.Bay a visit

The Federal Minister of Natural Resources is going to be in Thunder Bay next month.  Joe Oliver will be speaking to the Thunder Bay Chamber of Commerce on April 5th.  He'll be talking about post budget presentations and the mining industry.

Province to sell 8 government buildings

The Province is selling eight of it's Government buildings. It's a cost saving measure that includes the sale of a building here in Thunder Bay. The Liberal Government is putting 189 Red River Road up for sale between 2013-2014 and plans to lease it back from the new owners.

Toronto council goes with LRT

Toronto Mayor Rob Ford has lost his transit battle after city council voted against his subway plan.  City councillors voted 24-19 in favour of a motion to build light-rail transit to the east end along Sheppard Avenue instead of a subway, something Ford had pushed hard for.  This decision is expected to benefit Thunder Bay's Bombardier Plant.

NDP leadership convention is on

New Democrats are gathering in Toronto for today's opening of their leadership convention, where a successor to the late Jack Layton will be chosen.  The perceived front-runner is Montreal M-P Thomas Mulcair, a former Quebec Liberal who has the most support from the party's caucus.  City Councillor and NDP supporter Iain Angus is throwing his support behind Mulcair as well.

T.Bay's inflation rate

Thunder Bay's inflation rate is on the rise.  It went up point seven percent from January to February; it now sits at 2.7 percent.  That's higher than the national rate which was 2.6 percent last month.

4 year old unharmed after accident

A 4 year old girl is unhurt after being involved in a car pedestrian accident last night on Algoma.  Staff Sgt. Paul Rodeghiero says it happened in front of the Finnish Book Store.  A car was turning when a man and his daughter were crossing the street.  The car swiped the little girl's legs and the driver was charged in the incident.

Council expenses declining

City Council is getting ready to look at the annual Council, Board and Committee expenses report.  The report will be released at Monday's meeting and shows a decrease in spending of about 33 thousand dollars in 2011 compared to 2010.  Leading the way savings wise was Rebecca Johnson who paid 35 thousand 320 dollars.  Councillors Paul Pugh and Andrew Foulds were the most frugal expense wise, spending only 20 dollars each.  Mayor Keith Hobbs was paid the most, earning about 108 thousand dollars with his salary and expenses while Joe Virdiramo was the highest paid Councillor taking in just over 47 thousand dollars including over 6 thousand dollars in expenses.

EMS headquarters ready to occupy

As of Monday the administration at Superior North EMS will be working out of the brand new headquarters building on Junot Avenue. Chief Norm Gale says the paramedics will then be moved in by the end of next week. He expects that the complete transition will take some time with a few growing pains possible.  Gale promises that 9-1-1 service will not be interrupted during the changeover.

Border Cats sign 6

The Border Cats have added 6 players for the upcoming season.  The team announced the signing of 3 infielders, a catcher and two pitchers.  Last year's top defensive short stop Brett Kay will be returning to Cats who will open the Northwoods League Season Monday June 4th at Subway Field at Port Arthur Stadium.