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Gary Rinne

Gary Rinne

Born and raised in Thunder Bay, Gary started part-time at Tbnewswatch in 2016 after retiring from the CBC where he worked as news producer. Prior to the CBC he spent more than 30 years in radio and television news at Dougall Media. He enjoys researching and writing stories on just about any subject. Gary likes travelling and spending time at camp.

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Recent Work by Gary

Campers found dead on Isle Royale have been identified

Campers found dead on Isle Royale have been identified

US authorities have not released the suspected cause of death, but say there is no known threat to the public
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Forest fire smoke causes 'other-worldly' sunsets

Forest fire smoke causes 'other-worldly' sunsets

A hobby photographer in Thunder Bay used a telephoto lens to take photos in which sunspots are visible
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Two campers found dead at Isle Royale National Park

Two campers found dead at Isle Royale National Park

The bodies of the unidentified individuals were discovered Sunday at a backcountry campground
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UPDATED: District paramedics overwhelmingly support strike mandate

UPDATED: District paramedics overwhelmingly support strike mandate

Paramedics serving communities outside Thunder Bay say the vote shows frustration over unsafe staffing levels and 'stalled' negotiations
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Lakehead University's Orillia campus targeted for new hospital site

Lakehead University's Orillia campus targeted for new hospital site

LU has developed a close relationship with the hospital in the southern Ontario community
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'Completely selfless' actions of paramedic are recognized with a bravery award

'Completely selfless' actions of paramedic are recognized with a bravery award

Superior North EMS paramedic Chantal Olson was honoured for stepping up at the scene of a head-on collision
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A tall ship is returning to Thunder Bay

A tall ship is returning to Thunder Bay

Deck tours of the St. Lawrence ll will be available on Canada Day at Marina Park
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Bear tries to mooch a meal from the OPP

Bear tries to mooch a meal from the OPP

Police officers were approached by a bear looking for a snack
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Historic Catholic bishop's residence gets a new owner

Historic Catholic bishop's residence gets a new owner

The 115-year-old home was built with sandstone from a quarry on Simpson Island near Nipigon Bay.
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Family of woman found dead in Nipigon upset with police

Family of woman found dead in Nipigon upset with police

OPP say death investigations are complex, but they are committed to finding out what happened
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