Art fraud case lands another Morrisseau forgery conviction
Thunder Bay man David Voss aged 52 pleaded guilty to forgery and uttering forged documents in a Thunder Bay court. He oversaw the production of artworks claimed to be Norval Morrisseau between January 1996 and September 2019. In March 2023 eight people were charged in a case police called possibly the biggest art fraud in world history.
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Motorcyclists Ride to Silver Islet for Charity
Motorcycle enthusiasts prepare for a Thunder Bay event with many local businesses hosting Sunday rides to Silver Islet to raise funds for the Northern Research Network. The day promotes community participation and supports regional scientific outreach.
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Weather from MAROSTICA SUBARU
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Disappointment in Hurkett wharf demolition plan
Local residents fear losing a 50 year fishing spot as federal officials push to demolish the aging Hurkett wharf to prevent collapse. The DFO notes deteriorating timber piles and a gate now blocks access. public comments are invited until July 1 by email or phone.
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Grassy Narrows files suit over mercury in English Wabigoon river
Grassy Narrows First Nation sues Ontario and Canada alleging breach of obligations to protect fishing rights and remediate mercury contamination in the English Wabigoon river system. The claim accuses upstream mill activity of harming the community’s fishing livelihoods and way of life, seeking river remediation and restrictions on further industrial land use near the territory.
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Patty Hajdu
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