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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

'Comet of the century' excites skywatchers

'Comet of the century' excites skywatchers

The celestial phenomenon won't be back until 80,000 years from now — it should be visible until Oct. 24
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'I'm just glad you're not writing an obituary': Kayaker learns hard lesson

'I'm just glad you're not writing an obituary': Kayaker learns hard lesson

On June 17, a near-disaster reminded a Minneapolis man of the importance of proper preparation
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Passenger caught smoking in bathroom during Porter flight

Passenger caught smoking in bathroom during Porter flight

Security personnel were informed after an incident on a flight to Thunder Bay.
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VIDEO: U.S. travellers wait seven hours in line at Fort Frances border crossing (2 photos)

VIDEO: U.S. travellers wait seven hours in line at Fort Frances border crossing (2 photos)

Chamber of Commerce in International Falls, Minn. says 'it's just wild'
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CANADA: Scotsman on cross-Canada trek reunites with lost dog in NW Ontario

CANADA: Scotsman on cross-Canada trek reunites with lost dog in NW Ontario

The canine companion of Michael Yellowless was missing for seven days
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ONTARIO: More lawsuits pending over fake Norval Morrisseau art

ONTARIO: More lawsuits pending over fake Norval Morrisseau art

Lawyer Jonathan Sommer wants to hear from others who want to join an action
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ONTARIO: Dr. David Williams defends his record during the COVID-19 pandemic

ONTARIO: Dr. David Williams defends his record during the COVID-19 pandemic

Ontario's Chief Medical Officer of Health says some critics don't understand the challenges
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VIDEO: Curious moose has close encounter with thin ice near Thunder Bay

VIDEO: Curious moose has close encounter with thin ice near Thunder Bay

A moose hung around two anglers west of Thunder Bay for about 90 minutes on Sunday.
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ONTARIO: Electricity bills going up almost two per cent across the province

ONTARIO: Electricity bills going up almost two per cent across the province

Fixed pricing will come to an end on Nov. 1.
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ONTARIO: 47 dogs recovered from hoarding situation in Thunder Bay (6 Photos)

ONTARIO: 47 dogs recovered from hoarding situation in Thunder Bay (6 Photos)

'It was the saddest thing I've seen,' woman who helped rescue the animals says
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