Sunday, December 22, 2013

Experience Magazine

The city is releasing their 2014 on-line and print Experience Magazine outlining the spots to be in Thunder Bay. Paul Pepe is Manager of Tourism and says the magazine remains the top resource guide for tourists and locals. Online versions can be downloaded at www.visitthunderbay.com

Flight Issues

The ice storm currently hitting Southern Ontario is taking a toll on incoming and outgoing flights to/from the region. Roughly a dozen flights are being affected at the Thunder Bay Airport with nearly all flights to Toronto experiencing delays. Porter's 5:00 flight to the Billy Bishop airport in Toronto has been cancelled.

Thunder Bay's Newest Firefighters

Thunder Bay Fire and Rescue is welcoming eight new members after their New Recruit Graduation that took place yesterday afternoon. The event also recognized some of the city's longer serving firefighters, with twenty receiving Long Service Awards. Being presented with badges are: Darrec Folino, Stefan Moreira, Glenn Lorentz, Tyler Reinelt, Derek Stajkowski, Michael Carli, Cory Prevost, Greg Pettypiece.