Thunder Bay Daily News | Wednesday, October 15, 2025

Intro: Today's local and regional news focuses on public safety, education labor relations, and regional healthcare infrastructure: city police report thwarting a suspected school violence plot and issue a request to locate family members; charges related to a shooting have been withdrawn; Ontario public colleges reached a tentative agreement and picket lines came down; the Premier commented on advancing the All Nations Hospital in Kenora. The following is a complete summary of the three stations combined and deduplicated during 00:00-23:59 (America/Toronto), to help Chinese new immigrants and international students living and studying in Thunder Bay quickly grasp the information.

City Police (Public Safety and Law Enforcement)

Suspected school violence plot thwarted, a 13-year-old arrested

Time and location: October 15, 2025, Thunder Bay

Key information: Thunder Bay Police Service (TBPS) arrested a local 13-year-old following cross-border collaboration tips; police say the individual was linked to a potential violent plot targeting a school; due to the Youth Criminal Justice Act, the individual's identity has not been released, and the investigation is ongoing.

Police seek family: request to contact relatives of 85-year-old victim

Time and location: October 15, 2025, Thunder Bay (Red River Road area)

Key information: Regarding a serious assault that occurred on October 11, police issued a notice today seeking the family of the 85-year-old injured person to provide follow-up support and communication; a suspect named Drew Mitchell has been charged, and the public is urged to provide more tips.

Charges withdrawn in May Street shooting

Time and location: October 15, 2025, Thunder Bay (May Street / Bethune Street)

Key information: Police confirmed that charges against a man involved in a shooting previously handled in the area have been withdrawn; the case remains under ongoing review, the investigation is not closed, and the public can continue to submit video or witness information.

Education and Health

Ontario public college strike ends, tentative agreement reached

Time and location: October 15, 2025, Ontario (involving Thunder Bay's CC=Confederation College; LU=Lakehead University not in this work stoppage)

Key information: OPSEU (Ontario Public Service Employees Union) announced a tentative agreement with the colleges, and picket lines were removed that day; course resumption and makeup arrangements are being announced by each school; international students (including those with study permits) can monitor academic progress and visa enrollment certificate needs.

City Hall (Municipal and Policy)

Premier comments on advancing Kenora hospital project communication

Time and location: October 15, 2025, Kenora

Key information: The Premier said he will communicate with the federal level regarding funding and progress for All Nations Hospital, and continue dialogue with Indigenous leadership; the project is seen as key to strengthening referral and emergency capacity in Northwestern Ontario, and Thunder Bay residents can expect long-term benefits from improved regional healthcare network efficiency.

Gas Prices and Daily Services

Today's gas prices and city service tips

Time and location: October 15, 2025, Thunder Bay

Key information: No new "Cheapest Gas in Town" post update today; drivers are advised to compare posted prices at stations along main roads such as Memorial Ave, Arthur St W, and Red River Rd, and note slight differences between cash, debit, and credit payments. Public facilities such as libraries, community centers, and pools are open during regular weekday hours; check opening hours and required materials before applying for documents or participating in activities.

Weather and Transit

Partly cloudy with sunny breaks, cool in the morning and evening

Time and location: October 15, 2025, Thunder Bay

Key information: It feels cool in the early morning and at night, so it is recommended to bring a jacket; the intersections of Arthur St, Harbour Expressway, and Thunder Bay Expressway are prone to congestion during morning and evening commutes. For cross-town travel, pay attention to construction speed limits and cone detours on Highways 11/17, maintain following distance, and yield to pedestrians.