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• Robbie Robertson: Remembering the famed storyteller and his roots in Six Nations, Ont.

  11-08-2023 23:44 via cbc.ca
  
  Robbie Robertson died Aug. 9 at the age of 80. He had a huge impact on musicians of Six Nations, Ont., a community where he was embraced and celebrated — and six years ago, became an enrolled member.
  
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• The best women's ballplayers in the world come to Thunder Bay - CBC.ca

  11-08-2023 22:41 via news.google.com
  
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• Some of the best women ballplayers in the world have come to Thunder Bay

  11-08-2023 22:39 via cbc.ca
  
  Six of the world's top teams competed in Thunder Bay this week in the Group A qualifier for next year's Women's Baseball World Cup. Scroll through the gallery to see the best moments captured by CBC Thunder Bay photographer Marc Doucette.
  
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• Some of the best ballplayers in the world have come to Thunder Bay

  11-08-2023 22:39 via cbc.ca
  
  Six of the world's top teams competed in Thunder Bay this week in the Group A qualifier for next year's Women's Baseball World Cup. Scroll through the gallery to see the best moments captured by CBC Thunder Bay photographer Marc Doucette.
  
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• Canada reports worst wildfire season on record — and there's more to come this fall

  11-08-2023 21:35 via cbc.ca
  
  Canadian wildfire officials said Friday that the 2023 wildfire season is easily the worst ever recorded, with millions of hectares already burned — and they're expecting "higher-than-normal'' activity to continue throughout the late summer and fall.
  
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• Kevin Otto WHITE Faces Impaired Driving Charges After Head-on Collision

  11-08-2023 20:25 via netnewsledger.com
  
  Two Victims Hospitalized; Police Urge Citizens to Avoid Impaired Driving
  Thunder Bay – NEWS – Late Tuesday evening, a severe two-vehicle collision occurred, resulting in two individuals being rushed to the hospital. The Thunder Bay Police Service’s Primary Response Branch was alerted to the scene on the 1000-block of Oliver Road just moments before 9:30 p.m., Aug. 8. On arrival, officers identified a grey SUV and a red pickup truck both with major front-end damage on Golf
  
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• Justin John MACH Arrested on Child Pornography Charges Following Cyber Crime Investigation

  11-08-2023 19:13 via netnewsledger.com
  
  Thunder Bay – A local resident was arrested following an intensive cybercrime investigation, revealing his involvement in the possession, access, and distribution of child pornography.
  The Accused
  Justin John MACH, 39, of Thunder Bay, faces all three of the aforementioned charges. Following his court appearance on Friday, Aug. 11, he was remanded into custody, with a set date for his next court appearance.
  Investigation Details
  On July 2, 2023, the Cyber Crime Unit of the Thunder Bay Polic
  
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• Two Men Face Drug Trafficking Charges After Thunder Bay Police Search Regent Street Apartments

  11-08-2023 19:05 via netnewsledger.com
  
  Thunder Bay – A coordinated effort led by the Thunder Bay Police Service (TBPS) resulted in the arrest of two individuals, one from Calgary and another local, on drug trafficking charges.
  Details of the Incident
  Acting on information obtained from an ongoing Intelligence Unit investigation into drug trafficking, officers from the TBPS Intelligence and Break and Enter and Armed Robbery (BEAR) Units executed search warrants on two apartments located within the zero-to-100 block of Regent Str
  
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• Two Men Face Drug Trafficking Charges After Thunder Bay Police ... - Net Newsledger

  11-08-2023 19:05 via news.google.com
  
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• Ontario premier won't back away from plans to build on protected Greenbelt

  11-08-2023 18:30 via cbc.ca
  
  Ontario Premier Doug Ford says he will not back away from plans to build on the protected Greenbelt despite a damning auditor general report and experts saying his housing targets can be met by building elsewhere.
  
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• Stingers Beat Thunder Bay, Set Franchise Wins Record - KWLM (Willmar Radio)

  11-08-2023 14:03 via news.google.com
  
  Stingers Beat Thunder Bay, Set Franchise Wins Record  KWLM (Willmar Radio)
  
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• Weather Report: Thunder Bay - Of Showers, Sun, and Sensations! - Net Newsledger

  11-08-2023 13:34 via news.google.com
  
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• Weather Report: Thunder Bay – Of Showers, Sun, and Sensations!

  11-08-2023 13:34 via netnewsledger.com
  
  Today’s Forecast: “A Rhythmic Rainy Rendition!”
  Hello Thunder Bay! The skies are poised for a melodic mix of rain and possible thunder today. If you’re stepping out, make it a point to grab an umbrella and embrace the natural symphony!
  Don’t let the weather dampen the kids and kids at heart’s enthusiasm for the CLE. The Northern Pikes take to the stage tonight at 9:30!
  Winds & UV:The gusty winds from the east, speeding up to 20 km/h and potentially gusting
  
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• Team Canada's Alli Schroder chases adrenaline highs on the baseball field and fighting wildfires in B.C.

  11-08-2023 13:28 via cbc.ca
  
  Hitting a fastball or pitching in a big game for the national team might be stressful for most players, but Team Canada's Alli Schroder doesn't mind. She's seen plenty of stress already this summer fighting wildfires in B.C.
  
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• Team USA steamrolls Canada at Women's Baseball World Cup qualifiers with 23-0 win

  11-08-2023 13:16 via cbc.ca
  
  Team Canada's perfect record at this year's Women's Baseball World Cup came to an abrupt halt on Thursday night, after coming up against Team USA and its high-powered offence.
  
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• Northeast District Wildfire Report: 34 Active Fires and Two New Fires

  11-08-2023 13:05 via netnewsledger.com
  
  Current Fire Dynamics
  Sault Ste. Marie – Wildfire Report – As twilight set on August 10, the Northeast Region bears the responsibility of monitoring 34 active wildland fires. Among these, one remains uncontrolled, six are under control, and the status of 27 is being closely observed.
  New Incidents Unfold
  The unfolding narrative of fire incidents encompasses two recently confirmed cases:Wawa 29: Initially verified during the evening of August 9 and subsequently extinguished on August
  
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• Northwest District Wildfire Report: 52 Active Fires

  11-08-2023 13:00 via netnewsledger.com
  
  Current Fire Developments
  Thunder Bay – Wildfire Update – As the sun descended on August 10, the Northwest Region bore witness to the confirmation of three newly ignited fires. Here are the particulars of these incidents:Nipigon 104: Situated on Fluor Island within Lake Superior, about 34 kilometers south of Red Rock, this 0.1-hectare fire is currently being observed.
  Fort Frances 36: Found in proximity to Kaopskikamak Lake, roughly 68 kilometers northeast of Fort Frances, this 0.1-h
  
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• Thunderous Showdown in Thunder Bay: USA Steamrolls Canada 23-0!

  11-08-2023 12:56 via netnewsledger.com
  
  Denae Benites shines as Team USA displays a masterclass in offence at the WBSC Women’s World Cup
  THUNDER BAY, Ontario – Talk about making a statement! Denae Benites, swinging a hot bat, went 3-for-3, tallying a single, double, and triple, powering Team USA to an overwhelming 23-0 run-rule victory against Canada. This dominant performance marked their third straight win in Group A play at the 2023 World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) Women’s World Cup.
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• Australia, Mexico, and USA Swing Big to Make Their Mark in the Race to the 2024 Finals

  11-08-2023 12:50 via netnewsledger.com
  
  Thunder Bay Showdown Shifts to Historic Port Arthur Stadium!
  THUNDER BAY, CANADA – As the action heats up in the WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Group A, teams took to the diamond at the iconic Port Arthur Stadium. This classic ballpark, known as the stomping grounds of the Thunder Bay Border Cats, witnessed an explosion of runs as teams battle it out for that golden ticket to the Finals in 2024.
  Down Under Delight
  Australia notched their inaugural victory in Group A, handing Korea a
  
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• Weather Report: Fort Frances & Atikokan – From Showers to Sunbeams!

  11-08-2023 12:35 via netnewsledger.com
  
  Today’s Forecast: “Drizzles & Dramatics!”
  Greetings to the folks of Fort Frances & Atikokan! Mother Nature is in the mood for some drama today, sprinkling our day with showers and possibly amplifying it with a thunderstorm. Make sure you’re armed with umbrellas and rain boots!
  Rain Readings & UV:Expect to gather a local amount of 10 to 15 mm. Temperatures are humming a tune of 17°C, and for those sneaking peeks of the sun, a UV index of 4 suggests you lath
  
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• Weather Report: Dryden & Vermilion Bay – Thundering Through the Weekend!

  11-08-2023 12:34 via netnewsledger.com
  
  Today’s Forecast: “Dancing Drops & Dramatic Drums!”
  Good morning, Dryden & Vermilion Bay! Grab your umbrellas because the skies are treating us to their version of a rhythmic tap dance! The day plans to shower us with blessings (read: raindrops) and might get a bit showy with some thunder by late morning and afternoon.
  Windy Wonders & UV:The wind’s decided to swing by, making its presence known from the southeast at a pace of 20 km/h. Our thermometer’s m
  
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• Woman speaks out after 'excruciating' procedure at Ontario hospital, says details not properly communicated

  11-08-2023 11:00 via cbc.ca
  
  A Caledon, Ont., woman is seeking accountability after undergoing the "most excruciating" experience of her life at Brampton Civic Hospital. 
  
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• Manitoulin Island grape growers prove vines can thrive in northern Ontario, but shelve plans for wineries

  11-08-2023 11:00 via cbc.ca
  
  The grapes are growing well on Manitoulin Island some 20 years after the vines were first planted, but the dream of a northern Ontario wine industry is still not within reach. 
  
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• Canadian hip-hop got huge without help. It shouldn't have had to

  11-08-2023 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  On hip-hop's 50th anniversary, Canadian artists say they still have to battle for recognition and support. Industry experts say it’s part of a longstanding disregard for the talent and success of Canadian musicians.
  
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• 50 years after the birth of hip-hop, success is still a struggle in Canada's scene

  11-08-2023 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  On hip-hop's 50th anniversary, Canadian artists say they still have to battle for recognition and support. Industry experts say it’s part of a longstanding disregard for the talent and success of Canadian musicians.
  
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• Team USA is bringing it at the Women's Baseball World Cup qualifiers with a mission to be top of the world

  11-08-2023 06:00 via cbc.ca
  
  The United States women's baseball team is the last remaining undefeated team at the world cup qualifiers in Thunder Bay. Their family and friends say they want to show why they're the best in the world.
  
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