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• Caught in the Crossfire: The Intersection of Substance Abuse and Crime

  14-05-2023 11:47 via netnewsledger.com
  
  THUNDER BAY – ANALYSIS – Thunder Bay has always been a city that prides itself on community, resilience, and natural beauty. Yet, in recent years, our city, our home has been grappling with an escalating crisis, while it is one that is not unique to Thunder Bay it has starkly touched every corner of the community: homelessness, substance abuse, and a growing crime rate.
  As these issues intertwine, they form a complex web that has left many in our community feeling helpless and trappe
  
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• Casimir Adams arrested for drug impairment after head-on crash on Agamiing Drive

  14-05-2023 11:08 via netnewsledger.com
  
  Fort Frances, ON – A Fort Frances resident was apprehended and charged with drug-impaired driving following a head-on collision on Agamiing Drive. The incident occurred on May 12, 2023, at approximately 8:00 pm, prompting a swift response from the Fort Frances Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP).
  Law enforcement investigations revealed that one of the drivers involved in the collision was under the influence of drugs. The accused, identified as 49-year-old Casimir Adams, was
  
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• Wildfire Update Northwest Fire Region May 13, 2023

  14-05-2023 10:59 via netnewsledger.com
  
  THUNDER BAY – Wildfire Update – Despite warmer weather there is only one wildfire in the district.
  Northwest Region At the time of this report, there is currently one active wildland fire in the Northwest Region.Sioux Lookout 2 is located near the western shore of Lost Lake, approximately 6 kilometres west of Hudson. The 0.2 hectare fire is currently being held.
  The fire hazard is moderate to high across the Northwest Region this afternoon.
  For a closer look at fire hazard condi
  
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• Update 10: Alberta wildfire situation May 13, 2023

  14-05-2023 10:55 via netnewsledger.com
  
  EDMONTON – Wildfire Update – Wildfire danger will remain elevated in the coming days with heat warnings currently in effect for a large part of the province.Those evacuated due to wildfires should register at local reception centres or at emergencyregistration.alberta.ca.
  Current situationAlberta has declared a provincial state of emergency. Visit alberta.ca/emergency for information or call 310-4455, now available 24-7.
  Fire danger is growing from very high to extreme in many northe
  
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• Dallas’s Own Austin Richardson Wins Round 2 of the 2023 PBR World Finals

  14-05-2023 10:40 via netnewsledger.com
  
  Reigning YETI PBR World Champion Bull Ridin’ Solo ties Cool Whip for No. 1 rank with monstrous 46-point trip
  By Kacie Albert
  FORT WORTH, Texas – During Round 2 of the 2023 PBR (Professional Bull Riders) World Finals: Unleash The Beast, the sport’s rank bovine athletes surrendered just four qualified rides in 40 attempts. Dallas’s own Austin Richardson (Dallas, Texas)cracked the code, delivering an unmatched score to win Round 2 of the marathon event.
  “Being here to
  
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• May 14, 2023 – Western and Northern Ontario Weather Outlook

  14-05-2023 10:31 via netnewsledger.com
  
  Thunder Bay – Weather – The forecast across the region remains a great one for getting out there and making a day of it.
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  Today, we can expect clearing skies, with any clouds dissipating and making way for clear conditions. The high temperature will be around 15 degrees Celsius, providing a pleasant and comfortable day. The UV index will be 7 or high, so make sure to apply sunscreen and take necessary precautions if you plan on spending time outdoors.
  Tonight, the clear co
  
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• Do we look that much alike? My son's face can open my iPhone

  14-05-2023 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Your iPhone or iPad that uses FaceID may not be as secure as you think, if you're among family. CBC's Mary-Jean Cormier found that out after her 10-year-old son was able to access her phone
  
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