Stephen Margarit News Today

Applications are being accepted by the city for projects that will help beautify public spaces.

Mayor Ken Boshcoff pulled the winning name for the annual Fort William Rotary house lottery during Canada Day festivities on Saturday.

Thunder Bay's city council has settled on a $17.5-million plan to demolish the Victoriaville mall and replace it with new public spaces and a reconstructed Victoria Avenue.

Residents have gotten a look at a $10 million-plus preferred design for a reconstructed Victoria Avenue and pedestrian boulevard set to replace the Victoriaville mall after its demolition.

Last night, Thunder Bay city council considered the future of the Fort William business district. Hear about some of the big ideas being put forward, to revitalize the south core.

Thunder Bay's city council will vote on a 'Downtown Fort William Renewal Plan' that contains suggestions including selling city land for housing, establishing a new development corporation, and luring a university or college campus to the area.

Mayor Ken Boshcoff signalled an intention to be closely involved in a wide range of files, securing appointment to 14 different boards and committees on Tuesday

Organization said the need in Thunder Bay continues to grow, with rising homeless populations and others not having enough to put enough food on the table.

At-large candidate Stephen Margarit says he'd focus on addressing infrastructure needs and being more responsive to constituent concerns.

Two-time Northwood councillor says she's ready to broaden her base and take on more issues affecting the entire city.