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.

Email: gary.rinne@dougallmedia.com

Recent Work by Gary

Social services board funds 40 new shelter beds

'We saw this winter was going to be more challenging,' board CEO Ken Ranta says

Nov 20, 2024 4:45 PM Read more >

Mother found support from strangers after receiving tragic news

People who saw her in distress were 'just so comforting,' says woman who learned of the death of her son

Nov 20, 2024 1:30 PM Read more >

Eviction avoided for tenant who owed $5,000 in rent

The Thunder Bay District Social Services Administration Board says it tries to avoid evictions by making payment arrangements for arrears

Nov 20, 2024 8:00 AM Read more >

'If your cash register is full, your grease trap is full,' restaurants are told

Thunder Bay's environment division is encouraging restaurants to join an online reporting program for grease trap maintenance.

Nov 19, 2024 3:45 PM Read more >

Thunder Bay diocese awaits announcement of new bishop

Bishop Fred Colli stepped down earlier this year after turning 75, the mandatory retirement age.

Nov 19, 2024 3:00 PM Read more >

Court upholds ruling requiring insurer to defend city against leaky pipe lawsuits

An insurance company argued a clause in the policy related to lead in the water system exempted it from defending the city in lawsuits over pinhole leaks in water pipes

Nov 19, 2024 8:00 AM Read more >