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• Indigenous issues the focus of final forum for mayoral candidates in Thunder Bay, Ont.

  23-10-2026 18:00 via CBC | Thunder Bay News
  
  The first-ever Indigenous mayoral candidates forum in Thunder Bay, Ont., drew more than 100 people Thursday evening, giving those vying for election one last chance to take to the stage before Monday’s vote. The event, hosted by the Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA) and Fort William First Nation, highlighted issues that matter most to Indigenous voters, with candidates questioned on their commitments to truth and reconciliation.
  
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• Calls for next mayor of Thunder Bay, Ont., to tackle public safety with compassion

  23-10-2026 10:00 via CBC | Thunder Bay News
  
  Social service agencies and some businesses in Thunder Bay, Ont., are calling on the city’s next mayor and council to promote a collaborative approach to addressing public safety concerns. With the city poised to elect a new mayor in next week's municipal election, safety issues — particularly in the downtown cores — are a high priority.
  
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• A new era: Lakehead University Thunderwolves welcome new men's basketball head coach

  23-10-2026 10:00 via CBC | Thunder Bay News
  
  The Lakehead University Thunderwolves are ready to tip off their home opener this Saturday in Thunder Bay Ont. CBC's Mary-Jean Cormier had a chance to chat with the men's new head coach ahead of the big game.
  
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• Unhoused people facing hostility ahead of Thunder Bay, Ont., election: shelter staff

  22-10-2026 18:46 via CBC | Thunder Bay News
  
  Unhoused people in Thunder Bay, Ont., have faced increased hostility since homelessness and housing affordability became leading political issues ahead of the municipal election on Monday, according to staff at a local homeless shelter.
  
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• Alberta Premier Daniele Smith Draws a Line: Stay Pro-Canada or Find Another Party

  22-10-2026 16:12 via NetNewsLedger
  
  Danielle Smith faces resistance inside Alberta’s UCP after voters reject separation, setting up a party unity test ahead of the 2027 provincial electionTHUNDER BAY – Analysis – In Alberta, the fight over separation didn’t end when the votes were counted Monday night. It just moved into the United Conservative Party itself.Premier Danielle Smith told party members this week, in a video posted to social media, that the UCP is a pro-Canada party, plain and simple, and that anyone determined
  
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• US Embassy Says Canada Is Ignoring Election Interference Warnings, and Ontario Is Right in the Middle of It

  22-10-2026 15:00 via NetNewsLedger
  
  Trade Advocacy or Election Interference? Canada–U.S. Dispute Raises Stakes for OntarioAnalysis: Washington’s accusations against Canadian politicians add uncertainty for border communities, but political pressure over tariffs does not automatically establish unlawful election interferenceTHUNDER BAY — POLITICS — October 22, 2026 — For Northwestern Ontario businesses, workers and families with connections across the American border, the latest dispute between Ottawa and Washington raise
  
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• Thunder Bay’s Crime, Addiction and Homelessness Crises: What Governments Knew—and Where Action Fell Behind

  22-10-2026 13:44 via NetNewsLedger
  
  Thunder Bay’s crime, opioid and homelessness crises demand accountability
  Analysis: Rising crime and opioid deaths demand accountability
  THUNDER BAY — October 22, 2026 — Thunder Bay has strong reasons to demand better results from governments confronting crime, addiction and homelessness. Public records show years of warnings about opioid deaths, calls for expanded services and repeated changes to the timetable for the city’s Temporary Shelter Village.
  Those records support serious quest
  
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• Ottawa and Ontario Strike Nearly $9-Billion Deal to Shore Up Steel, Auto and Ring of Fire

  22-10-2026 13:30 via NetNewsLedger
  
  Carney and Ford Announce $8.7-Billion Industry Plan, Including Ring of Fire Road Funding
  Steel and automotive investments aim to counter U.S. tariff pressure, while Northern Ontario receives a federal infrastructure commitment of up to $1 billion
  OTTAWA — POLITICS — Prime Minister Mark Carney and Ontario Premier Doug Ford have announced an $8.7-billion package intended to strengthen steelmaking, automotive manufacturing and critical mineral development as Canadian industries contend with U.S
  
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• Thunder Bay Weather: Morning Fog, Mild Afternoons and a Saturday Shower Chance

  22-10-2026 12:59 via NetNewsLedger
  
  Thunder Bay’s October 22–24 weather update brings morning fog, mild afternoons and a Saturday shower chance
  Three-day update: October 22–24, 2026
  THUNDER BAY – WEATHER – Fog is the immediate travel concern around Thunder Bay, followed by mild afternoons and a chance of showers heading into Saturday.
  Thursday morning conditions
  At 6 a.m. EDT Thursday, Thunder Bay Airport reported fog with visibility reduced to 200 metres. The temperature was 2.5°C, humidity was 100 per cent, and west-n
  
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• Northwestern Ontario Weather: Fog, Friday Warmth and a Weekend Cooldown

  22-10-2026 12:54 via NetNewsLedger
  
  Northwestern Ontario weather for October 22–24: fog advisories, Friday highs up to 22°C, weekend showers and a KN27 bus cancellation due to a driver shortage
  THUNDER BAY — Thursday, October 22, 2026 — Allow extra time on the road this morning. Dense fog is affecting parts of Northwestern Ontario, while much of the western region is heading toward Friday temperatures above 20°C. Showers are possible before a sharp cooldown Saturday night.
  Fog advisories affect northern highways
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• City of Thunder Bay promised Victoriaville project completion by October 2026

  22-10-2026 12:26 via NetNewsLedger
  
  Victoriaville Timeline Has Shifted: City Originally Promised Project Completion by October 2026
  January 2025 announcement outlined a completed redevelopment this fall; current schedule extends plazas and landscaping into 2027
  THUNDER BAY — October 21, 2026 — The City of Thunder Bay’s original public commitment for the Victoriaville redevelopment went beyond reopening Victoria Avenue this October.
  It described completion of the project itself.
  In a January 27, 2025, Facebook announcement su
  
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• UNDER THE NORTHERN Another Flu Season Is Upon Us

  22-10-2026 12:18 via NetNewsLedger
  
  by Xavier Kataquapitwww.underthenorthernsky.com
  I’ve had a busy few months of meeting so many people I haven’t seen in a long time. This year has been the first time I have been around so many people and it is a big change for me. I thoroughly enjoy it and have had lots of fun but with all the running around, I’ve caught several colds and flus over the past few months. In January, I caught a minor bug that I easily got over but it left me with a long-lasting cough that lingered for five mo
  
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• Bought a Secondhand iPhone That’s Locked? How to Unlock the Screen Safely

  22-10-2026 12:06 via NetNewsLedger
  
  Introduction
  Have you bought a used iPhone only to find out it’s been locked? It’s frustrating, for sure! But luckily, there are some ways to unlock it without risking damage. Maybe the last owner didn’t remove the passcode? Or maybe your iPhone is just stuck on the lock screen.
  Whether you’ve got a passcode on the iPhone or not, this guide covers exactly how to fix it. We’ll also cover what to check before unlocking so you don’t run into bigger problems later.
  Important: Confirm You
  
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• Is Fluoride in Toronto Water? What Homeowners Should Know

  22-10-2026 11:45 via NetNewsLedger
  
  Yes, fluoride is added to the tap water in Toronto homes, and it has been for decades. It is one of the most discussed topics in drinking water, and many families want to understand how much is in their glass, why it is there and whether they can control it. For households that prefer lower fluoride levels, interest in solutions such as reverse osmosis Toronto homeowners install at the kitchen sink has grown. This guide explains the facts in plain language so you can make your own informed decis
  
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• Healing walk in memory of teen hit by truck on Ont. highway highlights need for more pedestrian safety efforts

  22-10-2026 10:00 via CBC | Thunder Bay News
  
  Noreen Agnew says she doesn't want her 17-year-old daughter’s death to be in vain, so she’s leading a healing walk along Highway 11 in northwestern Ontario today to raise awareness about concerns for pedestrians' safety. Markenna was struck by a transport truck on Nov. 28, 2025, while walking between Long Lake #58 First Nation and Longlac, the only way to get between both communities by foot.
  
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• 10 Essential Tips for Buying Gold Bars: A Smart Investor’s Guide

  21-10-2026 18:44 via NetNewsLedger
  
  Gold has been valued for thousands of years, and despite the emergence of countless modern investment opportunities, it continues to attract investors looking to diversify their portfolios and own a tangible asset.
  Unlike stocks or bonds, physical gold does not depend on a company’s performance or ability to meet its financial obligations. However, buying gold bars requires more consideration than simply finding the lowest advertised price.
  From understanding premiums to choosing reputable dea
  
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• Trump Reverses Course on Bombardier Threat After Kansas Visit Reveals U.S. Jobs Tie

  21-10-2026 18:18 via NetNewsLedger
  
  TACO – Trump Always Chickens Out!Thunder Bay – NEWS – For the folks who build Bombardier jets in Canada, the back and forth out of Washington this week landed close to the bone. After months of uncertainty over a threat that could have shut the company out of its biggest market, U.S. President Donald Trump says he is now ready to “take care of Bombardier.”It is a reversal that matters a great deal to the thousands of Canadians whose paycheques trace back to this company, and it is the
  
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• Flyer Frenzy – Stretch that Grocery Dollar – Deals from Oct 21 – 28

  21-10-2026 14:24 via NetNewsLedger
  
  Thunder Bay grocery deals: $1 carrot bags, $1.99 ground pork and pantry savings
  THUNDER BAY — October 21, 2026 — Two-pound bags of Ontario carrots for $1 at George’s Market, lean ground pork for $1.99 a pound at Metro and $2.88 produce bags at Giant Tiger give Thunder Bay households several useful ways to hold down grocery costs.
  George’s Market’s advertise pork tenderloin and chicken thighs at $3.99 a pound. FreshCo’s member offers on flour and rice provide pantry options, while dea
  
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• Cross-Canada Highway Weather: Toronto to Banff Three-Day Travel Forecast, October 21–23, 2026

  21-10-2026 12:31 via NetNewsLedger
  
  Toronto to Banff Highway Weather Forecast October 21–23: Rain, Sunshine and Rocky Mountain Snow
  NetNewsLedger Travel Weather Report | Wednesday, October 21, 2026
  TORONTO, ON — WEATHER – Canadians planning a cross-country drive from Toronto to Banff, Alberta, can expect generally favourable autumn conditions across much of the Trans-Canada Highway over the next three days. Mild afternoon temperatures and periods of sunshine are expected across Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta.
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• Northwestern Ontario Weather: Sunny Breaks, Foggy Nights and Friday Showers

  21-10-2026 12:26 via NetNewsLedger
  
  Northwestern Ontario’s October 21–23 forecast calls for mild temperatures
  THUNDER BAY – WEATHER DESK – Forecast issued Wednesday, October 21, 2026 — Northwestern Ontario will enjoy another stretch of unusually mild late-October weather, with afternoon highs reaching 12°C to 19°C through Friday.
  Sunshine will dominate much of Wednesday and Thursday. Fog may reduce visibility overnight and early in the morning, while clouds and scattered showers are expected to move into several commun
  
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• U.S. Lawsuit Takes Aim at Trump’s Tariffs on Canadian Goods

  21-10-2026 12:15 via NetNewsLedger
  
  Tariff Battle Shifts into US Court of International TradeWASHINGTON – LEGAL – A new legal challenge has landed against President Donald Trump’s tariffs on Canada, and for anyone here who has watched grocery prices creep up or worried about a shipment of dairy, alcohol or motorcycles getting hung up at the border, this one is worth paying attention to.The lawsuit was filed Tuesday in the United States Court of International Trade by the non-profit Liberty Justice Center, acting on behalf of
  
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• Moving With Less Waste: Practical Ways to Make Your Next Move More Sustainable

  21-10-2026 12:14 via NetNewsLedger
  
  Moving to a new home offers an opportunity to do more than change your address. It is also a chance to reconsider how much you own, what you really need, and how to transport your belongings without creating unnecessary waste. From piles of discarded cardboard to furniture left on the curb, a poorly planned move can generate a surprising amount of unwanted material.
  For households preparing to relocate in the Greater Toronto Area, finding experienced movers in Mississauga Ontario is one part of
  
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• Belle Burden Joins the Penguin Random House Speakers Bureau

  21-10-2026 12:07 via NetNewsLedger
  
  Belle Burden, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Strangers: A Memoir of Marriage, has joined the Penguin Random House Speakers Bureau, where her profile now carries the bureau’s “New Speakers” designation alongside categories including Bestselling Author Speakers and Women’s Rights and Advocacy. Strangers is “a riveting memoir that examines the hidden complexities and power dynamics of marriage and divorce.”
  Belle Burden’s Strangers Became a #1 Bestseller
  Strangers traces
  
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• How Families Can Plan for Funeral Costs Before a Crisis

  21-10-2026 12:02 via NetNewsLedger
  
  Discussing end-of-life expenses often feels uncomfortable, but avoiding the topic leaves surviving relatives vulnerable to severe financial strain. When families postpone these conversations until an unexpected medical crisis strikes, loved ones face major purchasing decisions under severe emotional distress.
  Grief clouds judgment and leaves little room for calm comparison shopping between local mortuaries. Families frequently agree to expensive services simply because they feel rushed or fear a
  
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• The Men’s Health Numbers Worth Knowing Before Something Feels Wrong

  21-10-2026 11:56 via NetNewsLedger
  
  Health is not always something that can be judged by how a person feels
  Many important changes develop gradually. Blood pressure may rise without causing noticeable symptoms. Cholesterol can remain elevated for years without affecting day-to-day life. Blood glucose can move into an abnormal range before somebody has any obvious reason to suspect it.
  This makes preventive health less about looking for illness and more about establishing useful reference points.
  For men in particular, knowing a sm
  
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• Incoming mayor, council in Thunder Bay, Ont., must face city's 30M infrastructure deficit

  21-10-2026 10:00 via CBC | Thunder Bay News
  
  Thunder Bay, Ont., has a $30.6 million annual infrastructure deficit — and residents and municipal candidates alike are sharing concerns about how to bridge the gap. Here's some of what we've heard on the matter leading up to the municipal election on Oct. 26.
  
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• Guelph psychotherapist urges Ontario to fund long-term supportive therapy with OHIP

  20-10-2026 12:00 via CBC | Thunder Bay News
  
  A Guelph psychotherapist has launched a petition asking the province to have long-term supportive psychotherapy covered by the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP). Marinela Trickett, clinical director of Trickett Psychotherapy, says seeing a psychotherapist can cost over $100 a session out of pocket.
  
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• What Thunder Bay, Ont., climate change advocates believe should be front and centre this election

  20-10-2026 10:00 via CBC | Thunder Bay News
  
  As Thunder Bay, Ont., residents prepare to cast their ballots in the upcoming municipal election, local advocates say issues surrounding climate change should be brought to the forefront. Here's some of what they want to see addressed by the next mayor and council.
  
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• Rising use of AI-staged real estate photos raises questions about misleading homebuyers

  19-10-2026 11:00 via CBC | Thunder Bay News
  
  If you've been looking to buy a home in Ontario, you may have seen a few listings where the furniture doesn't look quite right. That's because many of them are being staged virtually, using AI. Experts say there are benefits and drawbacks of the tool.
  
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• New accessible dock launches at Thunder Bay’s Boulevard Lake

  19-10-2026 10:00 via CBC | Thunder Bay News
  
  Community members are celebrating the official opening of a new accessible dock at the Thunder Bay Paddlesport Club Boathouse on Boulevard Lake. The facility includes a new access walkway, an improved dock, and an accessible canoe and kayak launch.
  
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• How to vote in advance polls, and online in Thunder Bay, Ont., ahead of municipal election

  19-10-2026 10:00 via CBC | Thunder Bay News
  
  Online voting and advance polls open at 10 a.m. ET Monday morning in Thunder Bay, Ont., for those who want to cast their ballots early in the upcoming municipal and school board election. Here's what you need to know ahead of Election Day on Oct. 26.
  
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• Northwestern Ontario mayoral candidates share top priorities ahead of Election Day

  18-10-2026 20:00 via CBC | Thunder Bay News
  
  Communities across northwestern Ontario are getting ready for Election Day on Oct. 26, as are the candidates vying for people's votes. CBC News asked mayoral candidates across the region to provide 100-word responses to the same three questions. Here are the answers that have been received so far, in alphabetical order by community and by last name. CBC News has only edited responses for spelling, grammar and word count.
  
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• Sleigh Bells, Pet Rats and Pocket Change: Six Unusual Canadian Laws Still on the Books

  18-10-2026 14:43 via NetNewsLedger
  
  From Ontario’s sleigh bells to Alberta’s pet-rat ban, explore six unusual Canadian laws still on the books
  Some surprising rules remain in Canadian law, but several famous examples have been repealed
  THUNDER BAY — Today many people complain about how the courts repeatedly release repeat offenders. Respect for the legal system is needed for real justice.
  However still on the books are a number of laws that remain on the books. Here is a summary of some of the Canadian laws.
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• Thunder Bay weather October 18–20: sunshine, a Sunday high of 18°C and a freezing Monday night

  18-10-2026 13:19 via NetNewsLedger
  
  Thunder Bay Weather October 18–20: Mild Sunshine Before a Freezing Monday Night
  THUNDER BAY – WEATHER – Mainly sunny skies and a high of 18°C will make Sunday a mild autumn day in Thunder Bay. Sunshine continues into the workweek, but Monday night brings a sharp temperature drop to −4°C.
  Forecast for Sunday, October 18, through Tuesday, October 20, 2026, based on Environment Canada’s 5:30 a.m. EDT Sunday bulletins.
  Current conditions
  At 7:00 a.m. EDT, Thunde
  
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• OSAP Funding Freeze Forces Trillium College to Pause Classes at Local Campuses

  18-10-2026 13:12 via NetNewsLedger
  
  Thunder Bay – National News – If you have a neighbor, a cousin, or a coworker’s kid enrolled at Trillium College, there’s a decent chance that classes have stopped for them this week, at least for now. Trillium College, which runs campuses in St. Catharines, Kingston, Oshawa, Sudbury and Cobourg, suspended both its classroom and online instruction as of Friday. The college notified students directly, and that notice was obtained and confirmed by The Canadian Press.This is
  
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• Northern Ontario Remote Communities Weather October 18–20

  18-10-2026 12:39 via NetNewsLedger
  
  October 18–20: Strong Winds and Showers for Northern Ontario Fly-In Communities
  NORTHERN ONTARIO – WEATHER – Strong winds will be the main weather concern across several remote Northern Ontario communities Sunday and Monday. Fort Severn and Peawanuck face gusts reaching 80 km/h tonight, while Sachigo Lake and Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug can expect gusts to 70 km/h. Mild Sunday temperatures give way to cooler conditions Monday.
  This outlook covers Sunday, October 18, through Tu
  
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• Northwestern Ontario will see mild, mostly sunny weather from October 18 to 20, with strong Sunday winds and near-freezing overnight lows

  18-10-2026 12:35 via NetNewsLedger
  
  THUNDER BAY – WEATHER – Sunday, October 18, 2026 — Northwestern Ontario is in for a mild and mostly sunny three-day period, but strong winds will affect parts of the region on Sunday. Overnight temperatures will fall close to freezing in several communities.
  Environment and Climate Change Canada forecasts show no major rain or snow system across the region through Tuesday. The main travel concerns are west winds, exposed roads and frost on bridges or shaded surfaces.
  Sunday, Oc
  
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• The US Is Fighting Over Data Centers. China Is Building Them. Fast.

  18-10-2026 12:26 via NetNewsLedger
  
  International Contrasts on Data CentresThunder Bay – TECH NEWS – While American politicians and towns argue over power bills and water use, China is pouring concrete for new data centers at record speed.Data centers are the giant warehouses full of computers that power AI (artificial intelligence). Whoever builds more of them, faster, may win the AI race — and right now, China is not slowing down to debate it.Quick TakeThe US is stuck in local fights over data centers — n
  
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• HMS Prince of Wales Returns to North Atlantic, Bolstering NATO’s Northern Flank

  18-10-2026 12:23 via NetNewsLedger
  
  THUNDER BAY – World News – Britain’s biggest warship, HMS Prince of Wales, has returned to the North Atlantic, the Royal Navy has announced, in a deployment aimed at strengthening the security of NATO’s Northern Flank.The move underscores the United Kingdom’s continued commitment to allied defence in a region that has taken on growing strategic importance amid heightened tensions between NATO and Russia.The HMS Prince of Wales is one of the Royal Navy’s two Qu
  
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• PBR – Thunder Rolls to Playoff Bye as Rattlers Strike for Historic PBR Score

  18-10-2026 12:22 via NetNewsLedger
  
  Missouri Thunder clinch a playoff bye with a perfect game as Texas Rattlers post a historic score on a record-setting PBR Teams night
  Missouri and Texas go a perfect five-for-five as riders deliver a PBR Teams-record 29 qualified rides at Belmont Park
  BELMONT PARK, N.Y. — Hang on to your hats, bull riding fans — the Missouri Thunder just rode themselves straight into a first-round bye, and the Texas Rattlers answered with a history-making strike of their own!
  Saturday night at UBS Ar
  
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• Fatal CFB Wainwright fire: Military confirms deaths and injuries

  18-10-2026 12:05 via NetNewsLedger
  
  Municipality says the wildfire is being held, while the Canadian Armed Forces withholds casualty details as families are notified
  WAINWRIGHT, Alta. — The Canadian Armed Forces has confirmed deaths and injuries after a fire broke out in the training area at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright on October 17 and spread rapidly beyond its boundaries.
  In an October 18 statement, National Defence said the fire began at approximately 4 p.m. local time on Saturday. Military and civilian emergency serv
  
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• Thunder Bay News: Visits Resume at St. Joseph’s Hospital

  18-10-2026 00:43 via NetNewsLedger
  
  Thunder Bay, ON – St. Joseph’s Care Group is pleased to share that visits have resumed at St. Joseph’s Hospital following a sprinkler system issue on Saturday, October 17, 2026.
  SJCG worked with Thunder Bay Fire Rescue to address the issue.No one was hurt, and there was no immediate danger.We thank Thunder Bay Fire Rescue for its quick response and collaboration, and our staff for their continued care and support for clients throughout the response.We also thank our clients, fa
  
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• In The Key Of C: Hear Majid Jordan, Peach Luffe, Mormor, Faiza, Valley and more

  17-10-2026 19:00 via CBC | Thunder Bay News
  
  Host Craig Norris takes a musical ride through Ontario in this week's show. Hear songs from Benjamin McWebb, Damhnait Doyle, Sari Lightman, Irish Millie and more.
  
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• As displaced senior tenants seek temporary housing, Fort Frances, Ont., eyes new builds

  17-10-2026 10:00 via CBC | Thunder Bay News
  
  Housing advocates in Fort Frances are scrambling to find accommodation for tenants displaced by a fatal fire in a seniors' home in the northwestern Ontario border town last month. On Sept. 22, a fire severely damaged Rose Manor, resulting in the death of a 92-year-old resident. The 31 tenants displaced by the fire won't be able to move back into the publicly owned seniors’ apartment building until some time next year.
  
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• Active transportation issues the focus of fourth annual Northwest Climate Gathering on Saturday

  16-10-2026 23:20 via CBC | Thunder Bay News
  
  Northwestern Ontario climate-action seekers can connect, recharge and find inspiration for travelling more sustainably at the fourth annual Northwest Climate Gathering on Oct. 17 in Thunder Bay, Ont. This year, local bike shops and active transportation advocates will lead conversations at the Outpost pub at Lakehead University, sharing experiences and ideas focused on improving regional active transportation and its accessibility.
  
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• Thunder Bay to host Canadian U18 curling championships

  16-10-2026 18:05 via CBC | Thunder Bay News
  
  Thunder Bay will host another major curling bonspiel, with the Canadian under-18 championships coming to the city in 2028.
  
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• Northwestern Ontario First Nation alcohol, addiction treatment centre expands facility

  16-10-2026 10:00 via CBC | Thunder Bay News
  
  The Migisi Alcohol and Drug Treatment Centre in Wauzhushk Onigum Nation in northwestern Ontario has added 10 new beds for a total of 24 residential treatment places at the facility. Here's how the centre aims to promote community-based, cultural healing in a region deeply affected by alcohol and addiction issues.
  
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• Northwest Ontario First Nation addiction treatment centre expands facilities

  16-10-2026 10:00 via CBC | Thunder Bay News
  
  The Migisi Alcohol and Drug Treatment Centre in Wauzhushk Onigum Nation in northwestern Ontario has added 10 new beds for a total of 24 residential treatment places at the facility. Here's how the centre aims to promote community-based, cultural healing in a region deeply affected by alcohol and addiction issues.
  
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• Haunted Halls takes over the Thunder Bay Museum

  16-10-2026 10:00 via CBC | Thunder Bay News
  
  The Thunder Bay Museum gets a spooky makeover with Haunted Halls: a Halloween fundraiser inviting guests to explore whats lurking behind every corner.
  
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• Dryden, Ont., says Ottawa should not fast-track nuclear waste repository under Building Canada Act

  16-10-2026 10:00 via CBC | Thunder Bay News
  
  The City of Dryden is appealing to Canada’s Major Projects Office not to designate the proposed deep geological repository (DGR) for nuclear waste as a project of national interest. The $26-billion project is being led by the Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO). If approved, it could see Canada’s nuclear waste buried hundreds of metres underground near Ignace and Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation in northwestern Ontario.
  
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