Kiddie porn bust in the city

Police are about to release more information on a child pornography investigation.   City police and the OPP say that four arrests have been made in Thunder Bay regarding the possession of kiddie porn.  A news conference is taking place Friday afternoon at police headquarters on Balmoral were officials are expected to give out more details.

Insurance companies to merge

In the world of business, Thunder Bay Insurance  is merging with Gillons Insurance out of Fort Frances. Thunder Bay Insurance General Manager David Baxter says the two companies decided on becoming a bigger independent firm with access to a larger market in Northwestern Ontario. Baxter says that while there are a couple of  early retirements taking place as a result of the merger, overall it has the potential to create jobs.

Anti-flyer petition hits city

A Winnipeg man is in Thunder Bay collecting signatures on a petition he hopes will lead to a law that will help reduce the amount of flyers that come to your mailbox. Rod Graham says as it stands right now too many flyers make their way to the landfill. Graham says he's taking his anti-flyers crusade across Canada.

North End drug bust

A 29 year old Thunder Bay man is facing several charges after a North End drug bust. He has been charged with Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking and for possession of brass knuckles. Police also seized over 7000 dollars cash.

Abuse victims tell their stories

The male victims of sexual abuse are speaking out .  The Thunder Bay Counselling Centre is holding a workshop at the Da Vinci Centre today and Executive Director Nancy Chamberlain says it's for professionals in the community who want to tell their stories.   The workshop is being held as part of National Victims of Crime Awareness week.

City to talk future of golf courses again

City Council is talking about the possibility of selling it's Municipal 9 hole golf course.  The controversial topic is back up for discussion at Monday night's meeting.  Councillor Andrew Foulds says he wants to keep the course.  The report on the Municipal golf course recommends closing it after the current season.

Graffiti Management Plan launched

Starting today if you spot graffiti on your property you can call 211 and report it.  It's part of the city's Graffiti Management Plan.  Acting General Manager of Infrastructure and Operations, Charles Campbell says it's important to get rid of graffiti as soon as possible.  The plan also includes a 50 dollar rebate for homeowners and small businesses to help defray the cost of removing the spray paint.

Target to open next summer

Intercity Mall is going to be home to a future Target store. The new Target store will open in the summer of 2013, and will employ 150 to 200 team members. Hiring for store team members will begin in 2013. The company recently purchased the leasehold interest in the Intercity Shopping Centre site.

Terrace Bay Pulp looks for extension

Terrace Bay Pulp and it's Monitor Ernst and Young will be back in court tomorrow. They're requesting an extension on the protection period from creditors. According to documents on Ernst and Young's website; they would like to have it extended to June 15th. 

Mayor happy to see action at Global Sticks

There's signs of life at the Global Sticks plant in Oliver Paipoonge. Mayor Lucy Klusterhuis says it's reassuring to see activity at the business. Klusterhuis says the company has worked really hard to bring it back into part time operation.

LUSU challenging board of governors

Lakehead University's Student Union is taking the school's Board of Governors to court. They're challenging the board's conflict of interest by-laws which they feel remove the rights of student governors to participate in decisions involving tuition fees. LUSU says the Governors are silencing student voices.

Police training causes confusion

City police are trying to snuff out some confusion about a training exercise they ran on Tuesday. They say took place at Gary's Towing on Alloy Drive. Police say that callers to our news tip line may have thought there was a big police operation going down, when in fact it was for training only.

Let the detours begin

The construction season is officially underway.  The city says that as of 8 a.m.Thursday Northern Avenue will be closed between May and Vickers.   It's so that sewer work can take place.   Officials say it should take just over a week to complete.

Motorcycle Ride for Dad June 16th

Organizers are gearing up for the 12th annual Bell Motorcycle Ride for Dad this June. Bell Spokesperson Terry Young says they have a new route this year that will start at the Keg. Health Sciences Foundation President Glen Craig says the event not only raises money but also awareness about Prostate Cancer. The ride will take place Saturday, June 16th.

Second arrest in Pikangikum murder

Police say that a second arrest has been made in connection with a murder probe in Pikangikum First Nation.   It follows the death of 32 year old Fitzgerald Owen whose body was found on the side of the road in the community on April 14th.   One charge has already been laid in the case against a 23 year old man and now, as a result of further investigation,  police have charged a 29 year old woman resident of the community with aggravated assault

Two vehicle mishap in Westfort

Only minor injuries to report following a two vehicle collision just before 6 p.m. on Tuesday. It took place at the intersection of Edward and Walsh. 

Mayors R Us

Three former Thunder Bay mayors, and our current mayor Keith Hobbs, are joining forces to help charity.   They have agreed to raise money for the United Way.  Hobbs, along with Ken Boshcoff, Jack Masters and Lynn Peterson made the announcement at City Hall Tuesday afternoon.

Water plan in it's final stage

The process of guaranteeing the safety of local drinking water is taking its final steps. The Lakehead Source Protection Authority says its final plan for the government is available to the public for review and comment. Chair Bill Bartley says it's a culmination of 9 years of work with the Ministry of the Environment. After the review process the plan goes to the minister for approval in August.

Stark art exposes disorder

A eye opening photo project is on display at the Thunder Bay Art Gallery. The project is an artistic attempt to raise awareness on eating disorders. Spokesperson for the local support group Healey Gardiner says eating disorders are much more common than people think. The display will be open from April 25th to the 29th.

New web scam hits city

City police are warning resident to be aware of the latest in a long line of Internet scams.  Police say this one involves a caller to a home claiming to be from Microsoft and trying to gain remote access to your computer. Police say that's an open invitation to someone gaining access to all your personal information. Police have received 6 complaints locally so far.