More $ for building renos

A financial boost for the 2.3 million dollar upgrade to the Finlandia Hall. The provincial government is providing an additional 300 thousand dollars from the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund. Northern Development Minister Michael Gravelle says it's a valuable asset to hang on to.  This installment brings the total contribution from the provincial government to 800 thousand dollars

Man robbed by two young girls

An 18 year old man suffered minor injuries after being attacked by two young girls.  The man was walking the Picton and Clarkson area, just after midnight, when he was attacked by the pair aged 16 and 17 years old.  The girls assaulted and robbed the man and will appear in court this morning.

NOSM strike continues

The Northern Ontario School of Medicine Strike is still on.  Support staff voted to reject NOSM contract proposal yesterday and will stay on strike for the foreseeable future.  School officials say there have been no new talks scheduled. 

A deal has been reached

The City of Thunder Bay and the Amalgamated Transit Union have reached a deal.  The two sides started late hour discussions just before midnight last night and reached a tenative deal just before 6 o'clock this morning.  Union Spokesperson Charlie Brown says the deal still has to be ratified by members but the Union is recommending they accept the deal.  Brown says services will be running as normal today.

Crowd storms out of council chambers

Anti-wind farm supporters stormed out of last night's council meeting before the final vote was held.  Councillor Rebecca Johnson was speaking about how many early Thunder Bay residents could have been wary of hydro lines running up and down city streets, and how noisey some generators can be.  During her time on the mic, many of the anti-wind farm supporters left the chambers in droves.

Pullia tries to hold off vote

Councillor Frank Pullia tried to get a week extension on the proposed wind farm. Pullia wanted council to take an extra week and put off the vote until Monday night's meeting. Pullia feels more information is needed before a final decision can be made. Councillor Linda Rydholm seconded his motion but no one else from the table was willing to back it.

Deputants let council know how they feel

Deputation after deputation railed against the Horizon Wind Farm project on Tuesday night.  John Beals was one of five people to address council.  Beals says the wind park is masquerading as a green project.  He feels the only green part of the project is the money.  Beals notes they are very dissapointed in council's process saying they've met 14 times on the issue and most of it was behind closed doors.

Norwester Escarpment Group makes one last plea

The Norwester Escarpment Protection Committee spoke at what is expected to be the City's last wind turbine meeting.  President Irene Bond is calling on the City to vote for what the citizens want, and turn down the Horizon Wind project.  Bond says its an election issue and council is taking it off the table by pushing a decision through before the municipal election. 

Meeting gets bumpy start

City Council kicked off the final wind farm debate over two hours late. The special council meeting that was scheduled to start at 6:30 was put on hold while councillors discussed issues behind close doors.  Councillors filed into the meeting at 8:20. An anti-wind farm group protested at city hall earlier in the afternoon, and five deputations are expected this evening.

Murder case moves to next court phase

A 49 year old Thunder Bay man is to face a trial on a charge of second degree murder.  Harold Barr was order to stand trial following a recent preliminary court hearing.  He is charged in connection with the stabbing death of 49 year old Robert Good in August of last year at a North Edward Street apartment.   There's no indication when the trial will be held.

Man attacked on the north side

City police are trying to track down two people who are suspects in a north side assault.   They say a 42 year old man was attacked as he was getting into his parked vehicle at Junot and Red River Road. The incident took place at around 11:30. He told police he was able to drive himself to a friends home to get help.   Police believe he may have been targeted and that robbery didn't appear to be the motive.

Fundraising dinner on tap this weekend

The 11th annual Empty Bowls-Caring Hearts dinner takes place this weekend.  Organizer Nelly Readhead says  the money raised through the dinner and auction, goes to the Food Bank and Shelter House.   Last year they both split 15 thousand dollars.  The event will be held at the Moose Hall.

Poverty Free Thunder Bay to launch next week

Dealing with poverty issues in the city is the aim of Poverty Free Thunder Bay.   Spokesperson Catherine Schwartz Mendez says the group will not only help to focus on poverty in the community, but will take a political stand too.   Poverty Free Thunder Bay will be introduced to the city next week.

A sweet way to cheer on the T-Wolves

Tim Horton's Donuts is helping to promote the L-U Thunderwolves. It's come out with a donut that is decorated with yellow and blue sprinkles. Store owner Christine Youngs says the promotion is add another dimension to the company's current sponsorship of the team.Youngs says the T-Wolves donuts will be available through the hockey season.

Transit strike is looking more and more likely

It looks like you'll need a different way to get to work tomorrow morning if you rely on city transit. Amalgamated Transit Union spokesperson Charlie Brown says they presented a proposal to the city Thursday but haven't heard back.  Brown says unless something changes, transit services will cease at midnight tonight and union members will be picketing at city hall tomorrow morning.

One man dies in ATV accident

It was a tragic long weekend for a 64 year old Prescott man. He was killed when he left highway 801 and hit a large rock Sunday. Greenstone OPP are investigating the accident and say Bruce Pankhurst was pronounced dead at the scene.

16-year-old arrested

A 16-year-old male was arrested early this morning.

Police say he was going through vehicles in the Valley St. area and was in possession of stolen property. The teenager will appear in court early next month.

Oliver/Paipoonge crash

There was a three-vehicle collision in Oliver/Paipoonge at the intersection of Highway 130 and Vibert Rd. Sunday afternoon.

Three people were taken to Thunder Bay Regional Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The O.P.P. are looking into the cause of the accident.
　
　
　
　

White Park Drive break-in

A White Park Dr. resident had an unwelcome visitor Saturday morning. Police say a 21-year-old man broke into the resident's home.

The resident, who was inside, ran to a nearby neighbour to call police. Police arrested the man at the residence and recovered a stolen car they say was loaded with stolen goods.

The man, who also had outstanding warrants for his arrest, appeared in court yesterday.

Transit talks pause

There were no transit talks Saturday. Amalgamated Transit Union 966 President Charlie Brown says the union delivered their latest package last week and is waiting to hear back from the city.

The union has set a strike deadline of 12 a.m. Tuesday night. Brown says the union is willing to meet this weekend.