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This week’s Buzz starts with a quick community safety and police recap, including updates on a north-end standoff and a recent structure fire. After that, we’ve rounded up events happening today and through the weekend, from a cozy night at the symphony to a big local cover show at Black Pirates for a fun night out.
📝 What We're Buzzing About Today
🛡️ Community Safety & Police Recap
🎉 T-Bay Weekend Event Roundup
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📰 What Happened This Week in Thunder Bay (Feb 2–5)
🌆 Community & City Updates
🏘️ Leaders meet to address homelessness emergency
City leaders say they are working together on immediate supports and longer-term solutions as the homelessness crisis continues in Thunder Bay.
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📰 Skiers and their canine companions hit the trails
A local monthly evening ski event welcomed skiers and their dogs on lighted trails for a fun community outing this week.
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🛟 Safety & Service Updates
🚓 Police standoff leads to charges
Police say a north-end standoff ended with an arrest, and the accused remains in custody ahead of a future court date.
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🚨 Continued police presence after south-end weapons incident
Police say officers are still involved in the Vale Crescent and James Street area as the Major Crime Unit investigates a weapons incident.
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🔥 Johnson Avenue structure fire knocked down
Fire Rescue says crews contained a second-floor blaze in a multi-unit building, and paramedics assessed four people at the scene.
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🚔 Wanted man arrested after missing court appearance
Police say a Thunder Bay man was arrested after failing to attend court and is now facing new charges connected to alleged release breaches.
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🚓 Cybercrime investigation leads to charges
Thunder Bay Police say their Cyber Crime Unit investigation has led to charges against a 19-year-old following a probe into online offences and the suspect was remanded into custody.
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🚨 Additional charges laid in separate cybercrime investigation
Police say a second individual has been charged after a cybercrime investigation involving child sexual abuse and exploitation material, with a future court date scheduled.
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🎭 Events Today and This Weekend (Feb 6-8)
Cozy & Feel-Good
🎻 Bach and The Bs (Masterworks #3) | Fri, Feb 6 • 7:30 PM | Thunder Bay Community Auditorium
Settle in for a classic, cozy night of live symphony music downtown.
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🎶 Indie Folk Night at The Barrel House | Sat, Feb 7 • 6:30 PM | The Barrel House
Grab a seat, sip something warm, and enjoy an intimate night of indie folk and storytelling.
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💘 Lightfoot for Lovers | Sat, Feb 7 • 7:30 PM | Italian Cultural Centre
Bring your special someone for a romantic set of Gordon Lightfoot love songs with a full band.
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High-Energy & Live Entertainment
🎭 Follies 2026: Dance with Destiny (ASL Night) | Fri, Feb 6 • 7:30 PM | Confederation College
Catch a fun, high-energy stage show with an ASL night option at Confederation College.
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🎭 Follies 2026: Dance with Destiny (ASL Night) | Sat, Feb 7 • 7:30 PM | Confederation College
Make it a Saturday night and see the show again if you missed Friday.
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🪄 Mackinley’s Delusions Live at the Ramada Airlane | Fri, Feb 6 • 7:30 PM | Ramada by Wyndham Thunder Bay
Expect mind-bending magic and mentalism for a Friday night out that feels different.
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Family-Friendly & All Ages
🧤 Winter FunDays | Sun, Feb 8 • 2:00 PM | Baggage Building Arts Center
Bundle up for a free, community-friendly afternoon with winter activities and creative fun.
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🏁 Ice Racing at Mission Bay | Sun, Feb 8 • 12:00 PM | Thunder Bay Autosport Club
Head out to Mission Bay to watch the races and soak up the winter adrenaline.
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🛍️ The Market at North End Rec | Sat, Feb 7 • 10:00 AM | North End Recreation Centre
Swing by for a local market morning and pick up a few fresh finds close to home.
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❤️ Good Love Market | Sat, Feb 7 • 10:00 AM | Goods Co Market
Pop in for a feel-good vendor market that’s perfect for gifts, treats, and local browsing.
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Nightlife, Bars & Restaurants
🎸 The Cover Show XXXIII (3 Nights) | Fri, Feb 6 • 9:00 PM | Black Pirates Pub
Go loud for a full night of Thunder Bay bands covering big-name rock, pop, and more.
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🤘 The Cover Show XXXIII (3 Nights) | Sat, Feb 7 • 9:00 PM | Black Pirates Pub
Round up your friends and catch another stacked lineup of local cover sets.
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⚠️ Event Reminder
Event details may change. Dates, times, and venues are subject to updates or cancellations by the organizers. Always double check the official event page before attending.
🐝 From T-Bay Buzz
Thanks for reading to stay informed about our community. Stay safe, stay warm, and keep an eye out for one another, and I’ll see you again next Friday with more local updates.
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