OPP Responding To Accident On Hwy 61

OPP are investigating a two vehicle accident at Little Trout Bay and Highway 61 about 10 minutes north of the Canada-US Border.  Around 3 o'clock police responded to the crash involving a transport and another vehicle.  The highway is partially closed to one lane while debris is cleaned up.  Police can confirm that an air ambulance was sent to the scene. No other information is readily available at this time.

Noront CEO Confirms Processor Talks With FWFN

The top executive with Noront Resources is confirming news that his company is in contact with the Fort William First Nation about a possible chromite processor.  CEO  Paul Semple says it's too early to say if a plant will be built on the First Nations property, but admits it does look attractive.   He says they've checked out the land and notes there's a 300 megawatt power plant across the river. Semple says the company's first priority though, is the Eagle's Nest nickle project in the Ring of Fire.

New Senators Include One From Dryden

A Dryden resident is going to sit in the Senate of Canada.  Prime Minister Stephen Harper has announced the appointment of five new senators, which includes Lynn Beyak of Dryden. Her son, Nick Beyak says it's hard to put into words how he feels about his Mom's senate appointment.  Beyak is a small business owner, with experience in real estate, insurance and tourism.

PSAC To Meet With Inspectors-Weighers

The bad news is being delivered to about 70 Thunder Bay grain inspectors and weighers this weekend by their union,  the Public Service Alliance of Canada.   A spokesperson says a meeting is being held at the Airlane Hotel to outline exactly which workers will loose their position as part of the Harper government's cost cutting measures.   When the cuts are complete only about 30 inspectors and weighers will remain.

Police Warn Churchgoers About Fraud

Thunder Bay Police are warning residents about a man who is reported to be duping people out of their money.  Reports indicate that a 55 year old man has been going to a variety of churches and befriending parishioners. He gave several people a sob story and then asked for money or in some cases access to their bank accounts.  Police are looking for someone around 6 foot 2 with a medium build and graying hair.

NAN Public Forum Recommendations

A greater police presence on social media is included in a list of recommendations by the Nishnawbe Aski Nation follwing a public forum on safe streets.   There are a total of 13 recommendations that cover issues from media news coverage to cultural education for municipal workers.  Another safety forum is likely in the spring.

Confederation College New Programming Deal

Confederation College is moving forward with a Memorandum of Understanding with six northern Ontario colleges.  The agreement means more college programs will be available at the local campus.

Wilson On Panel Recommendations

Thunder Bay's Chamber of Commerce is commending the Endangered Species Act Panel's report to the Provincial Government. President Harold Wilson says the report asks the Province to recognize the fact that the Crown Forest Sustainability Act looks after endangered species and further legislation isn't needed.  The report was released earlier this week.

PSAC To Hold Job Meeting

The bad news is being delivered to about 70 Thunder Bay grain inspectors and weighers this weekend by their union,  the Public Service Alliance of Canada.   A spokesperson says a meeting is being held at the Airlane Hotel to outline exactly which workers will loose their position as part of the Harper government's cost cutting measures.   When the cuts are complete only about 30 inspectors and weighers will remain.

HWY 61 Open

The occupants are a little shaken but no one is seriously hurt following a two car crash on Highway 61 near the airport this morning.  O.P.P. and city police were called to the scene near the overpass when two cars collided. One of the vehicles had two children inside but police report two women suffered only minor injuries. Police re-opened the Highway just after 11 o'clock after closing it for about an hour.

Twist In Kenora Court Case

The fate of a second degree murder trial taking place at the Kenora Court House could be decided today.  Yesterday, proceedings came to an abrupt halt after the lawyer for Angela Duchesne, David Gibson announced he had been appointed an Ontario Court Judge.  Justice Terrance Platana says Gibson cannot continue on as a defense council. He will meet with the crown and defense this morning to determine if and when the trial will be able to continue.  Duchesne and Kenneth Ivall have been charged with second degree murder in the death of Ed Wilson on March 21st, 2009. 

T.Bay Inflation Rate At 0.3%

Thunder Bay's inflation rate continues to be below the national average.  Last month our rate stayed at 0.3 percent the same as in November, well below Canada's 0.8 percent.  Statistics Canada released the latest inflation figures earlier this morning. 

Cold Weather Across NWO

Another cold day across northwestern Ontario Thursday, but relief is in sight for the weekend.  Three record low temperatures were set.  Red Lake, Sioux Lookout and Atikokan all reached record lows.  The extreme cold is expected back next Wednesday.  All roads are snow packed and motorists are urged to take it easy when traveling.

Construction Starts On Future Target Store

Construction crews are already hard at work at the former Zeller's Store in the Intercity Mall. The store is undergoing millions of dollars in renovations before it opens this summer as a Target store according to Spokesperson Tamar Nersesian. The last Zeller's store in the City closed its doors on January 13th.

Thunderwolves Weekend Preview

The Lakehead University men's and women's basketball teams are on home court tonight facing the Laurier Golden Hawks. The men's team sits in second place in the West division and need a pair of wins this weekend to keep pace according to Head Coach Scott Morrison. Games are at 6 o'clock for the women and at 8 o'clock for the men. The L.U. men's hockey team is on the road tonight in Windsor. The women's volleyball team is on the road at Brock tomorrow and Sunday.

McCarville Deseperate For Wins

Thunder Bay's Krista McCarville will have to fight for everything she gets today at the Ontario Scotties Tournament of Hearts in Kitchener. She lost both her games yesterday and is in a three-way tie for 4th place with a record of 3-4. McCarville plays Jacqueline Harrison and Sherry Middaugh. Marlo Dahl's rink is still winless at 0-7 and is out of the playoff hunt.