Second-hand fire truck eyed for Conmee Township
Mayor and council discuss a temporary pumper while planning for a brand-new unit amid rising fire truck costs. Sheila Maxwell notes a 2004 model found in the United States for 65 000 dollars, paid from reserves to avoid new taxes. Continued on page A5.
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Conmee Township
Sheila Maxwell
Maxwell
U.S
Ukulele group spreads joy and activity in Vermilion Bay
Sunset Country Ukulele formed two years ago by Susanne Bastable and Mary Lindmeier. They learned in Mexico during winters and brought the idea home to share. The group grew from a small gathering to more than 40 members and now performs at Patricia Gardens, Princess Court, The Go Getters, 10 Victoria, the Annual Fish Fry Pontoon Boat ride in Vermilion Bay, and Eagle River Coffeehouse.
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Susanne Bastable
Mary Lindmeier
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Patricia Gardens
Princess Court
Victoria
Vermilion Bay
Eagle River Coffeehouse
Community music group hosts seasonal sessions in Northwestern Ontario
Readers submit a notice about a local music group that meets weekly during summer and fall and biweekly in winter to practice chords and songs. Susanne Bastable leads summer sessions while Connie Calvert directs winter meetings. The piece highlights socializing, learning, staying active, and mental health benefits. Submitted by Connie Calvert.
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Susanne Bastable
Connie Calvert
Suspect charged after hostage situation at Thunder Bay pharmacy
A 63 year old Thunder Bay man faces multiple charges including forcible confinement after an armed standoff at a Cumberland Street North pharmacy. Police received a weapons call around 8 30 am and the suspect entered the store brandishing a firearm toward three people inside. Continued on page A3.
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Thunder Bay
City Police Service
Cumberland Street
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Ontario unmasks energy plan for long term growth
Ontario unveiled Energy for Generations an integrated plan to power the strongest economy. Minister Stephen Lecce touted Ontario’s mineral resources and skilled workforce while Northwestern Ontario leaders welcomed the strategy. Dumas highlighted future mine and forestry growth, transmission upgrades, and Ring of Fire power needs. The plan aims to unify fuels and technologies with expanded transmission and a modernized grid driven by nuclear expertise and clean energy.
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Lecce
Alberta
Northwestern Ontario Municipal Association
NOMA
Rick Dumas
Dumas
Wansigan
Greenstone
Wawa
Thunder Bay
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