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Warm and wet November makes for a challenging start to Thunder Bay, Ont., ski season
Record breaking rainfall and unseasonably warm temperatures this month have some winter sport enthusiasts wondering about the season ahead. Much of northwestern Ontario has seen little to no snow so far this November, and that's been challenging for people looking to get a start on the ski and snowboard season.
Rates of blacklegged ticks with Lyme disease infection on the rise
Twenty-one blacklegged ticks were submitted to the Thunder Bay District Health Unit between the end of September and the end of October. That's about the same number of ticks submitted to the public health agency at the beginning of the spring season. Health officials are reminding the public they're not out of the woods when it comes to being tick safe.
Increased Ontario minimum wage not enough for people in Thunder Bay, Ont., says advocacy group
The Lakehead Social Planning Council, a member of the Ontario Living Wage Network, says the new minimum wage of $17.20 is still over $2 short of what it calls the "living wage" in Thunder Bay, Ont.
Activism and storytelling expected to take centre stage at Thunder Bay's Rockin' Recovery event
Organizers in Thunder Bay, Ont., have been busy preparing for the 11th annual Rockin' Recovery event scheduled to take place this Saturday at the city's CLE Coliseum Building. Storytelling is at the heart of the event, along with the message that recovery from addiction is possible.
Silver medalist and Canada's only technical swim Olympic official return home to northwestern Ontario
Abby Dent, from Kenora, Ont., competed as part of Canadian women's eight rowing team, while Daryle Martin from Thunder Bay, Ont., served as Canada's only technical swim official at the games.
In Depth
Northwestern Ontario has a lot to be proud of when it comes to its history at the Summer Olympics
Northwestern Ontario has been represented at either the Summer Olympics or the Paralympics every year since 1960, with the exception of one year. For a region known for its winter sports, it also has a rich history steeped in success at the Summer Games.
2 large fires near Manitoba border among 7 new forest fires in northwestern Ontario
Seven new forest fires popped up across the northwest region in the last 24 hours, according to an update issued by Ontario's Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services (AFFES) on Monday night. They include a 530-hectare fire just over 16 kilometres from the Manitoba border.
Kenora, Ont., riding wave of excitement as hometown rower Abby Dent prepares for Olympic debut
People in Kenora and much of northwestern Ontario are riding a wave of excitement as a hometown athlete prepares for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games in Paris. Abby Dent is on the women's eight rowing team, which will take to the Vaires-sur-Marne Nautical Stadium on Monday.
Lakehead Region Conservation Authority reflects on 70 years while eyeing up future initiatives
The Lakehead Region Conservation Authority based in Thunder Bay Ont., marks a milestone anniversary this year while drawing attention to conservation efforts led by the organization from both the past and present. Reflection from the organization comes as it prepares for a big celebration this week.
Updated
Heat warnings issued for areas of northwestern Ontario with hot temperatures expected into weekend
Environment Canada is warning of a multi-day heat event in parts of northwestern Ontario that's expected to stretch into the weekend. The agency issued heat warnings early Thursday for much of the western part of the region, including Kenora, Dryden, Fort Frances, Ignace, Ear falls and Sioux Lookout areas.