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• 4 charged after Thunder Bay drug bust - CBC.ca

  17-10-2019 20:00
  4 charged after Thunder Bay drug bust  CBC.ca
  
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• Northwest District Wildfire Update: No New Fires Confirmed on June 5

  06-06-2024 14:40 via netnewsledger.com
  Date: June 5, 2024 Time of Report: 17:12 CDT
  Current Wildfire Status
  The Aviation, Forest Fire, and Emergency Services report that there were no new wildland fires confirmed and no active fires in the Northwest Region by the early evening of June 5.
  Fire Hazard Levels
  At the time of this update, the wildland fire hazard is classified as moderate to high across the north and east sides of the Greenstone sector. The rest of the Northwest Region is experiencing a low fire hazard.
  Outdoor Burning Re
  
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• Canada: Senior Source Confirms Classified Report Identifies MPs Accused of Aiding Foreign Interference

  06-06-2024 14:32 via netnewsledger.com
  OTTAWA – POLITICS – A senior government source confirmed yesterday that the classified version of a national-security watchdog report, which alleged that some parliamentarians are aiding foreign governments in interfering with Canadian democracy, identifies some of those accused.
  This revelation has intensified calls for transparency and accountability within the federal government.
  Opposition Demands Transparency
  The Official Opposition, led by Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre,
  
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• Anishinabek Nation Chiefs-in-Assembly elect new Grand Council Chief

  06-06-2024 14:18 via netnewsledger.com
  Sudbury – Indigenous – Following a Traditional Stand-up Election, Anishinabek Nation Chiefs-in-Assembly elected Linda Debassige as the Grand Council Chief for the 2024-27 term.
  Candidates Reg Niganobe and Linda Debassige participated in the Stand-up Election with the vote results being 28-9.
  This historic vote marks the first-ever Anishinaabekwe Grand Council Chief for the Anishinabek Nation.
  “I look forward to following in the footsteps of all the great leaders who have served
  
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• Thunder Bay Weather Outlook: Light Rain and Increasing Showers

  06-06-2024 13:32 via netnewsledger.com
  Cloudy Skies with Gusty Winds Expected
  Current Conditions in Thunder Bay
  As of 7:00 AM EDT, the weather at Thunder Bay Airport is experiencing light rain with a temperature of 11°C. The humidity is high at 98%, contributing to the damp conditions. The dew point is 10.4°C, close to the current temperature. The barometric pressure is 99.4 kPa and falling, indicating that the rainy weather is likely to continue. Winds are light from the west-northwest at 6 km/h, and visibility is 32 km.
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• Winnipeg Weather Outlook: Mostly Cloudy with Gusty Winds

  06-06-2024 13:29 via netnewsledger.com
  Cloudy Skies and Chance of Showers
  Current Conditions in Winnipeg
  As of 6:00 AM CDT, the weather at Winnipeg Richardson International Airport is mostly cloudy with a temperature of 10°C. The humidity is at 92%, making the air feel cool and slightly damp. The dew point is 9.1°C. The barometric pressure is 100.0 kPa and rising, suggesting improving weather conditions. Winds are coming from the west-northwest at 23 km/h, and visibility is excellent at 24 km.
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• Lake of the Woods and Kenora Weather: Light Drizzle and Cloudy Conditions

  06-06-2024 13:26 via netnewsledger.com
  Showers Expected with Gusty Winds
  Current Conditions in Kenora
  As of 6:00 AM CDT, the weather at Kenora Airport, serving the Lake of the Woods and Kenora area, is experiencing light drizzle with a temperature of 9°C. The humidity is very high at 99%, making the air feel damp and cool. The dew point is close to the temperature at 8.6°C. The barometric pressure is 99.6 kPa and rising, indicating a potential improvement in the weather later on. Winds are coming from the west-northwest at 17
  
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• Weather Outlook for Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug, Bearskin Lake, Sachigo Lake, Kasabonika, and Sandy Lake

  06-06-2024 13:22 via netnewsledger.com
  Cloudy Skies with Showers Expected
  Current Conditions
  As of 6:10 AM CDT, the weather observed at Big Trout Lake Airport, which serves as a representative location for Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug, Bearskin Lake, Sachigo Lake, Kasabonika, and Sandy Lake, is cloudy with a temperature of 10°C. The humidity is at 100%, resulting in a damp and cool morning. The dew point is also 10°C, matching the temperature. The barometric pressure is 98.9 kPa and falling, indicating potential changes in th
  
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• Sioux Lookout Weather: Light Rain and Cloudy Conditions

  06-06-2024 13:18 via netnewsledger.com
  Cloudy Skies with Showers and Gusty Winds Expected
  Current Conditions in Sioux Lookout
  As of 6:00 AM CDT, the weather at Sioux Lookout Airport is experiencing light rain with a temperature of 11°C. The humidity is at 86%, making the air feel damp and cool. The dew point is 8.6°C. The barometric pressure is 99.3 kPa and falling, suggesting a continuation of the current weather pattern. Winds are coming from the west-northwest at 14 km/h, and visibility is 24 km.
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• Greater Sudbury Weather: Mostly Cloudy with Showers Expected

  06-06-2024 13:16 via netnewsledger.com
  Cloudy Skies and Potential Thunderstorms
  Current Conditions in Greater Sudbury
  As of 7:00 AM EDT, the weather at Greater Sudbury Airport is mostly cloudy with a temperature of 15°C. The humidity is at 99%, creating a muggy start to the day with a dew point nearly matching the temperature at 14.7°C. The barometric pressure stands at 99.8 kPa and is falling, indicating a potential change in weather. Winds are coming from the south-southwest at 12 km/h, and visibility is 24 km.
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• Toronto Weather: Misty Morning, Showers Expected

  06-06-2024 13:00 via netnewsledger.com
  Mainly Cloudy with a Chance of Showers and Thunderstorms
  Current Conditions in Toronto
  TORONTO – WEATHER – This morning, Toronto wakes up to misty conditions with a current temperature of 18°C. Observations at Toronto Pearson International Airport as of 6:41 AM EDT indicate 100% humidity, with dew points matching the temperature at 18°C, leading to saturated air and mist. The barometric pressure is at 99.9 kPa and falling, suggesting a change in weather patterns. Winds are li
  
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• Dense Fog Advisory in Effect for Nipigon, Rossport, Schreiber, and Terrace Bay

  06-06-2024 12:53 via netnewsledger.com
  Persistent Dense Fog Expected Through This MorningNear Zero Visibility in Fog
  NIPIGON – WEATHER – A fog advisory is currently in effect for the areas of Nipigon, Rossport, Schreiber, and Terrace Bay. The advisory warns of areas of dense fog with near-zero visibility persisting through this morning. Travelers should exercise caution as these conditions can create hazardous driving conditions.
  Current Conditions and Forecast
  As of this morning, dense fog blankets the region, significan
  
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• Doubleheader on Deck for Thunder Bay Border Cats

  06-06-2024 12:48 via netnewsledger.com
  Rain Delays Border Cats Showdown Against Huskies
  THUNDER BAY – SPORTS – Last night, the only thing stopping the Thunder Bay Border Cats from securing a victory was the weather! Rain and soggy field conditions at Port Arthur Stadium led to the postponement of their Northwoods League game against the Duluth Huskies.
  But fear not, baseball fans! The action is set to resume today with a thrilling doubleheader starting at 5:35 PM. Both games of this twinbill will be seven innings each, pr
  
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• How to Bet Responsibly in Northwestern Ontario

  06-06-2024 12:34 via netnewsledger.com
  Understanding Responsible Gambling
  Responsible gambling involves making informed decisions to minimize the risks associated with betting. It’s essential for individuals to know how to manage their gambling activities to maintain a healthy balance and avoid addiction.
  Defining Responsible Gambling
  Responsible gambling means engaging in betting activities in a way that does not negatively impact one’s life or the lives of others. It includes understanding how much time and money can be
  
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• Only a few dozen out of Gaza have made it to Canada. Some say they're struggling just to get by

  06-06-2024 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Like many who have fled the war-torn region of Gaza, Nisreen El-Khalidy arrived in Canada with no belongings and no money. She says she's struggling to get by because it's taken months to access any of the resources promised by the federal government to Palestinian newcomers: work permits, study permits and health coverage.
  
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• MP Charlie Angus 'astounded' charges against man accused of harassing him were stayed due to lost evidence

  06-06-2024 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Charlie Angus, MP for Timmins-James Bay in northern Ontario, says he wants police to take complaints of harassment and threatening behaviour seriously after charges against a man accused of uttering death threats against him and his staff were tossed. CBC obtained a court recording in which the Crown told the judge that the evidence had gone missing.
  
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• Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre Funds Innovative Ideas for Better Patient Care

  05-06-2024 21:12 via netnewsledger.com
  Enhancing Patient Care One Idea at a Time
  Thunder Bay, ON – NEWS – Celebrating its 15th year, the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre’s frontline staff have once again championed improvements in patient care through the Family CARE Grant program. This unique initiative, powered by the dedication and creativity of the hospital’s staff, transforms their ideas into reality, directly enhancing patient experiences.
  This year, the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Fo
  
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• Child Pornography Investigation Results in Charges Against Kevin Syrjanen

  05-06-2024 20:21 via netnewsledger.com
  Local Resident Charged in Child Pornography Case Following Police Search
  Members of the Thunder Bay Police Service’s Cyber Crime Unit have charged a local resident with multiple counts of child pornography-related offenses. The investigation began after authorities suspected a local internet user of downloading and distributing child pornography between March and April 2024.
  In May, police executed a search warrant at a residence on Frederica Street West, seizing an electronic device as ev
  
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• Ontario pulls plug on COVID-19 wastewater surveillance

  05-06-2024 17:20 via cbc.ca
  
  Premier Doug Ford's government is scrapping Ontario's program for monitoring the level of COVID-19 in the population through sampling wastewater around the province.
  
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• Northwest Region Wildfire Update: June 4, 2024

  05-06-2024 14:27 via netnewsledger.com
  THUNDER BAY – Wildfire Update – As of Tuesday evening, one new wildland fire has been confirmed in the Northwest Fire Region. There are currently two active fires:Kenora 9 (KEN009): A 0.1-hectare fire located approximately 2.0 kilometres north of Highway 17A, near the junction of Highway 596 and Olson Road.
  Nipigon 4 (NIP004): A 1.6-hectare fire located near Calvert Lake, approximately 56 kilometres northwest of Geraldton.This fire is currently under control.Wildf
  
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• Ottawa’s Progress on MMIWG Report: Inuit Women’s Group Calls for Faster Action

  05-06-2024 14:20 via netnewsledger.com
  THUNDER BAY – The Canadian government’s recent Federal Pathways Report details progress in response to the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG) and its 231 Calls for Justice. However, Pauktuutit Inuit Women of Canada, celebrating its 40th anniversary, is urging all levels of government to expedite implementation of the National Inuit Action Plan.
  The organization acknowledges increased investments in housing, shelters, and transitional homes b
  
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• PGA TOUR Americas members Joey Vrzich, Frederik Kjettrup qualify for 2024 U.S. Open

  05-06-2024 13:45 via netnewsledger.com
  By Taylor Caradonna
  PINEHURST, North Carolina – PGA TOUR Americas members Joey Vrzich and Frederik Kjettrup are set to compete in the 2024 U.S. Open (June 13-16) at Pinehurst No. 2 after securing spots at their Final Qualifying sites in Bend, Oregon and Alpharetta, Georgia, respectively. This will be each player’s first appearance in a major championship.Vrzich is set to make his second start on TOUR, as the 25-year-old made his PGA TOUR debut at the 2023 Farmers Insurance Open on a
  
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• Mayfair Gold Defeats Muddy Waters’ Meritless Lawsuit

  05-06-2024 13:43 via netnewsledger.com
  MATHESON, Ontario, June 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Mayfair Gold Corp. (“Mayfair” or the “Company”) (TSX-V: MFG; OTCQB: MFGCF) is pleased to announce that the Supreme Court of British Columbia (the “Court”) today has set aside the ex parte order (the “Muddy Waters Order”) obtained by Muddy Waters Capital LLC (“Muddy Waters”) and dismissed Muddy Waters’ application that the Court grant a new injunction.
  As previously disclose
  
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• Crafting a Growth Mindset: Personal Brand Building Strategies from Michael Polk

  05-06-2024 13:38 via netnewsledger.com
  Michael Polk is a first-generation American whose father’s family came from Austria to the United States during World War II. His very hard-working parents and grandparents taught Polk how to make his own way in the world. “I grew up a pretty independent kid,” he said.
  Polk graduated from Cornell University in 1982 and earned his MBA from Harvard Business School in 1987. He acknowledged that these degrees opened doors in his career, but he credits his growth mindset to successf
  
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• Border Strike Looms: 9,000 CBSA Workers Could Walk Off the Job

  05-06-2024 13:34 via netnewsledger.com
  THUNDER BAY – A potential nationwide strike by over 9,000 Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) employees is looming, threatening to disrupt travel and trade across Canada’s borders. Members of the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) and the Customs and Immigration Union (CIU) are prepared to take job action starting June 7th at 4 p.m. ET if a new contract agreement is not reached with the CBSA and Treasury Board this week.
  PSAC National President Sharon DeSousa expressed hope fo
  
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• Thunder Bay Weather: Misty Morning with Showers and Thunderstorm Risks

  05-06-2024 13:19 via netnewsledger.com
  Current Conditions and Forecast Overview
  Thunder BAY – WEATHER – As of 7:00 AM EDT on Wednesday, June 5, 2024, Thunder Bay Airport reports a temperature of 13°C under misty conditions. The barometric pressure is 99.7 kPa and falling, with a humidity level of 98%. Winds are blowing from the east at 15 km/h, providing visibility of 10 km.
  The Viking Octantis is in port today at the Pool Six station at Marina Park. It arrived last evening to a crowd at the marina of hearty wellwishe
  
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• Winnipeg Weather: Sunny Start with Afternoon Showers and Thunderstorm Risks

  05-06-2024 13:10 via netnewsledger.com
  Current Conditions and Forecast Overview
  WINNIPEG – Weather – As of 5:00 AM CDT on Wednesday, June 5, 2024, Winnipeg Richardson International Airport reports a temperature of 14°C under partly cloudy skies. The barometric pressure is 99.1 kPa and falling, with a humidity level of 70%. Winds are blowing from the southwest at 18 km/h, gusting up to 28 km/h, providing excellent visibility at 24 km.
  Today’s Weather: June 5, 2024
  Morning to Afternoon:The day will start sunny, tr
  
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• Tinted licence plate covers won't shield you from a ticket, OPP says

  05-06-2024 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  The Ontario Provincial Police are reminding drivers that licence plate covers that make it difficult to read the plate in any way, could result in a ticket.
  
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• Doug Ford's PC Party fundraising leaves rivals in its dust

  05-06-2024 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Premier Doug Ford’s Ontario PCs have built up a $9 million surplus in party coffers, dwarfing their rivals amid the possibility of an early provincial election call.
  
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• Another member of fraud ring producing fake Norval Morrisseau paintings pleads guilty

  05-06-2024 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  David Voss pleaded guilty to counts of forgery and uttering forged documents Tuesday for operating an art fraud ring out of Thunder Bay between 1996 and 2019. Voss oversaw the creation of thousands of forged artworks falsely attributed to Anishinaabe artist Norval Morrisseau, said the agreed statement of facts read in court. 
  
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