EcoSuperior supports plastic bag ban

Plastic bags at grocery stores could be on the way out, if EcoSuperior and an MP from London Ontario get their way. The MP is introducing a private members bill calling for an out right ban on plastic grocery bags. EcoSuperior Executive Director Ellen Mortfield says Thunder Bay people use reusable bags very often and feels we are ready for a ban.  Mortfield says EcoSuperior will be talking to our local MP's to see how they will be voting.

It'll be a rainy start to the week

Get ready for some wet and wild weather. Environment Canada's Geoff Coulson says we are going to get a drenching with as much as 30 millimetres of rain expected to fall tomorrow. Coulson says in addition to the rain its going to be very windy with gusts hitting the 70 kilometre mark.

Dawna Friesen visits our radio station

 Dawna Friesen is back to her roots today.   The new anchor of Global National is in Thunder Bay as part of the network's plan to broadcast the news program from cities across Canada.   She took time this morning to visit our studio and talk about her adventures as a reporter for NBC News and to read a newscast for us.

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NOSM and OPSEU set talk dates

The Northern Ontario School of Medicine strike will continue for the rest of this month at the very least.  OPSEU and NOSM officials won't be heading back to the negotiating table until November 1st.  The two sides haven't met since union members rejected the school's last offer two weeks ago. 

No cause found for fire

The Ontario Fire Marshall has completed the investigation of the West Hotel fire. According to Thunder Bay Fire Rescue, it doesn't look like the investigation was able to uncover the cause of the fire. The site was turned back over to the city yesterday around noon and the next step will likely be demolition.

Family day at the farm for new health care professionals

Around a hundred new health care professionals and medical students along with their families will enjoy a day of activities at Belluz Farm today.

The event is being put on by the Thunder Bay Physician Recruitment & Retention Council.

Thunder Bay Community Relations Coordinator Cheryl Armstrong says it's a good way to show medical professionals what the city has to offer. Armstrong also adds that it gives them a chance to meet one another.

The event is also being sponsored by the Thunder Bay NOSM Group.

Highway improvements

32  highway projects in the region are nearing completion.

Nearly 500 kilometers of highway are being repaved and nine bridges are also being worked on.

Minister of Northern Development Michael Gravelle says that the improvements will lead to safer roads and encourage economic growth.

The province is spending a record $773 million in this years Northern Highways Program.

Minnesota man fined for hunting violations

A Minnesota man learned the hard way about following the rules when it comes to hunting.

The man--who is from Grand Marais--was fined a thousand dollars for firing his gun across a road when he shot a moose last year.

He was also fined another four-hundred dollars for providing a false statement to a Ministry of Natural Resources officer.

The man appeared in court on October 13th in Thunder Bay.

It's illegal to discharge a firearm over or on a public road in Ontario

Electronic waste collection

Not sure what to do with with your old electronics?

Thunder Bay residents will have an opportunity to recycle their old electronic equipment tomorrow. The Ontario Electronic Stewardship program takes place 9:30-2:30 in the Intercity shopping centre parking lot.

Collected materials will be tracked until they are recycled or disposed of in an environmentally responsible way.

The program is being funded by importers, brand owners and assemblers.

NOSM talks back on

The two sides in the Northern Ontario Medical School strike are heading back to the bargaining table November first. They'll be attempting to negotiate a contract to end a strike that has been on since August 16th. It's the first set of talks since the OPSEU members voted to turn down a tentative contract agreement earlier this month.

Burt Transpotation faces operating challenges from City

A transit company providing rides to the Handi-Cap is facing challenges from the City.  The company was offering free rides to Community Living clients but was asked to stop by the City.  Burt Transportation Manager Wayne Boulter says the city feels they're operating as an illegal taxi service.  He wants to speak to council but can't because the City's litigator is investigating.  Boulter says he's not giving up the fight.

Over limit of walleye proves to be costly

Four Illinois men were pinched with an over limit of fish.  Each guy had to cough up 800 dollars for possessing an over limit of Walleye, and only two of them had to pay an extra 500 dollars for lying to a conservation officer.  The illegal fishing activity took place on Smooth Rock Lake near Thunder Bay.

It's "red nose" time again!

The Fort City Kinettes are selling red noses for charity. The project is called "Clowning 4 Kids" Organizer Alexis Szczomak  says the money collected will go towards the George Jeffery Children's Centre and Ronald McDonald House.  The noses are 2 dollars each and can be found at a variety of city locations.

Fire cause probed

Investigators are at the scene of yesterdays fire at the West Hotel on Simpson street. There's still no cause to report. Fire Prevention officer Brian Berringer says they're using heavy machinery to move around the debris.  They're expected to be back there again tomorrow.

OPP investigate ATV accident

A 62 year old man from St. Williams, Ontario was transported to the Thunder Bay hospital Friday. A single vehicle ATV rolled over near Longlac this morning. The driver's injuries are non life threatening.

Fort Frances cereal at Royal Ontario Fair

Residents of southern Ontario will soon get a taste of Rainy River Cereal.  The unique wild rice cereal, being made by a Fort Frances area first nation company will be on display at the Royal Winter Fair in Toronto.  President Drew Atwell says it's an important fair to be at. Atwell says success at the fair will help determine how quickly they can get product out to a wider market.

Northwestern Ontario man honoured

A Fort Frances man who has devoted much of his time to bettering the lives of area cancer patients has been given a Senior Achievement Award by the province. Anthony Kadikoff has been involved in raising funds for Northern Cancer Fund and serves on the Thunder Bay Regional Health Science Centre Foundation. Kadikoff was also one of the leading fundraisers for Tamarack Place which provides the regions cancer patients a place to stay while getting treatment in Thunder Bay.

Former Navy Commander visits Thunder Bay

A commander in the Canadian Navy is visiting Thunder Bay. Commander Steve Waddell is here as part the Navy's centennial and he'll be talking to people about the importance of the Navy and recruitment.  Waddell says with over 90 percent of trade being done by sea a Navy is crucial.  He says Thunder Bay has a strong link to the Navy, through the past and the future.

Thunder Bay election results website

You can find out the election results from the comfort of your couch.  Thunder Bay has launched a new web page that will report the 2010 Municipal Election results.  Unofficial results will be generated on the page starting at 8 Monday.  The website can be found here. You can also tune in to our radio stations for our updates on the election. 

Greenpeace visits on Monday

Greenpeace are in Thunder Bay Monday with their "Caribou Caravan."  The environmental group is pressuring Minister of Northern Development Michael Gravelle and the Ontario Government to save woodland caribou.  Spokesperson Richard Brooks says they'll be bringing their black silhouetted caribou and hour glass.  Greenpeace will meet at Gravelle's constituency office at 10 Monday.