The city is dipping into the reserves for an extra 600 thousand dollars to complete phase one of the waterfront project. It wasn't without a fuss being made by some councillors, like Rebecca Johnson who says she was promised there wouldn't be any need to spend more money.
Johnson says she's upset that there is really no choice but for council to spend the extra money.
Monday, March 25, 2013
Katherine Dugmore Dies
Former city Waterfront Manager Katherine Dugmore is dead. Her passing was announced before this evening's city council meeting by Councillor Mark Bentz who acknowledged her work on Prince Arthur's Landing. Dugmore had been battling cancer for some time and took a leave of absence in 2011 to have it treated. She returned to work for a short while about a year ago before taking time off again.
Anonymous?
Thunder Bay police say they have nothing to do with a new video which at first glance appears to be another offering by the Internet group Anonymous. While the video references a sexual assault case in Edmonton, it attempts to draw attention to what is thought to be a pro police rally April first in the city and what is termed a "fake Anonymous" gathering April 5th and 6th.
LU Gets A New Research Chair
Lakehead University is getting another Canada Research Chair position. Pauline Sameshima is the new Research Chair for arts. She says its a great opportunity for herself and the University. Sameshima says she will be working with her counterparts nationally and the local arts community.
Disaster Relief Update Postponed
Collaboration Against Violence
Grow Green Expo
Greenstone is in the city this week to talk up its role in the emerging mining industry. The community is hosting "Grow Greenstone" expo at the Victoria Inn this week as away to attract skilled labourers to their community. The expo will provide businesses from across Canada a chance to network with community and mining industry officials.
Gravelle Pleased With Northern Consultation Session
Northwestern Ontario will have pre-budget consultations after all. Thunder Bay Superior North MPP Michael Gravelle says Thunder Bay will host a session on April 3rd. The Liberals say they are considering holding video or tele-conferences so that area communities can also take part.
Police Looking For Robbery Suspect
Thunder Bay Police are looking for a suspect in a weekend robbery of a Mac's Convenience Store in the City's north end. A man entered the store carrying a knife and demanded money. Police say the suspect got away with an undisclosed amount of money. Officers are looking for a man six feet tall with a heavy build.
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