CKPR - Monday, May 27, 2024 - 12:00 p.m. (ET) - Segment #2

[gord]: all I can do is grab ahold of the mounts and hope like hell it hangs on. We'll see if that bumper lasts till the top of the hill. Oh, yeah. All it takes is for one mis-shift, one good shock load, and that bumper's coming off of there. [narrator]: lucky for gord... And the trucker... [gord]: well, the bumper held up. [narrator]: ...the bumper holds... But as the driver gets ready to leave... Buddy! Why are you taking your chains off? [narrator]: ...gord spots a bad decision. But leave your chains on, man. Look, look what you're driving on. [gord]: I told him "leave your chains on, you've still got some snow to get through." [narrator]: the driver ignores gord's words of warning... [gord]: this guy didn't listen very well. [narrator]: ...and just two minutes up the road... Oh, it's my guy. That figures. [narrator]: ...gord discovers the driver who ignored his advice. Yup. [gord]: if he'd have left his chains on, none of this would have happened. Bloody hell. [narrator]: this time, the trucker has the entire road blocked. [gord]: I got traffic stacking up on the hill. I gotta get this guy out of the way. [narrator]: once again, gord has no choice but to pull on the rabbit bumper. [gord]: I don't really wanna grab ahold of this thing a second time, but I'm running out of options here. [gord]: what's the worst that could happen? Whoa. Really? That took his bumper right off. - how do you feel about your decision to move into mckellar place, mom? - I'm happy, I'm relieved and I feel energized again. - I bet you like having a chef cook for you too. - the meals of the best, the servers know everyone by name, it's a wonderful place to be. - start your own journey at mckellar place. Book your personal tour today and experience the joys of senior independent living. Rock94 brings you Rock Logger Beer. Find Rock Logger at Sleeping Giant Brewing Company. 50 cents from every can goes to local charities. Drink responsibly... and Rock Logger on, dude! These are the faces of addiction. Faces of your brothers, sisters, sons and daughters. Faces of those battling life controlling issues. Adult & Teen Challenge of Central Canada is changing these faces of addiction into faces of hope. We see faces full of potential, and full of joy. Waiting to be seen and known. Join us in our mission by making a donation today...in addition to financial donations, we accept clothing and we welcome vehicle donations. Adult & Teen Challenge of Central Canada. Freedom from addiction starts here. Toyota Tundra. Backed by Toyota's reputation for quality, durability and reliability, this full-size truck boasts impressive power and capability. With a choice of gas and hybrid powertrains, two cab styles, three bed lengths, and an exciting lineup, Tundra has it all, from an all-around capable truck to the ultimate adventure machine. And during Red Tag Days, Wayne Toyota is including your first 6 factory recommended maintenance services with the lease or purchase of any in stock Tundra! For full details visit waynetoyota.com. You're resigning? >>I'm tired... >>But you've been with us for so long. >>(sigh) too long...I can't keep up anymore! The rest of the neighborhood's already moved on. I mean, I'm not fibre, I just don't have the bandwidth, you know? (coughs...sounds like a device "glitching")...you guys expect me to stream 4k movies like it's nothing...and then your kids, with their devices (groans)...it's too many...the writing's on the wall here guys. For the sake of your network, it's time. After a night shift, I do everything to stay quiet. But the second I touch the bed... I'm We have mattresses to help reduce motion transfer. So light sleepers can stay asleep. At Sleep Country, We Solve Sleep. The Do Not Disturb Event Is On Now [narrator]: on the coq... [gord]: bloody hell. [narrator]: ...a repeat customer with a flimsy bumper...

let's see if this works. [narrator]: ...forces gord to take a gamble. [gord]: I'm grabbing what I got. I gotta get this highway open, and I've gotta do it now. Away we go. [gord]: whoa... Come on! That's what I thought. [narrator]: gord's back to square one. That took his bumper right off. [narrator]: the weak bumper is costing time... Put it in your trailer. [narrator]: ...and the semi is still tying up traffic. [gord]: I know the owner's not going to be happy about it, but I don't have time for his feelings right now. [trucker radio]: we're stopped. It's all backed up. [gord]: really startin' to burn my cookies. [narrator]: but gord catches a break. [gord]: now I can get a tow pin in here. Okay, you ready? Put the proper tow pins in there... [starts engine] this time, it's holding on good. Just about. Nice. Okay, let's go. Oh, and here he goes. [gord]: winter is here. People are going to get in trouble. Yeah, traffic is moving. [gord]: we're in a position to help these guys out, so that's what we're gonna do. We take care of these guys. [narrator]: the next morning... [narrator]: ...falling temperatures and a fresh layer of snow has the town waking up to a heavy problem. [narrator]: responding to the call... Let's give 'er a go. [narrator]: ...is jamie's 40-ton wrecker mighty mo and an operator rarely seen behind its wheel... One of the local truck stops has been jammed up. [narrator]: ...colin mclean. They haven't been able to get a plow or a loader in there. [jamie]: mighty mo and the general, they're very similar design. They're heavy duty. They're both beautiful trucks. [narrator]: but jamie's classic... [narrator]: ...is not exactly colin's favourite truck. It's nice to run the old equipment, but there was a place for that, back in 1974. [narrator]: but today... Hey, you just need a push to get going? [narrator]: the job may be perfectly suited... Well, I can push you, too, from the back. [narrator]: ...to the vintage holmes 850. Okay? [narrator]: it's also colin's first chance... [beeping horn] ...to try out mighty mo's custom push bumper, a modification jamie dreamed up... Mwa-ha-ha! [narrator]: ...and tested. It's something that can push from behind instead of pulling from the front. Come on, buddy. [narrator]: ...but last winter... ...jamie struggled with the push bumper on a steep section of the coq. This ain't working. -[narrator]: this morning... -okay, let's go. [narrator]: ...colin may have better luck with the bumper on flat ground. If it's not going to work here, then it's probably not going to work anywhere. [narrator]: colin lines up his target... [groans] [narrator]: ...and gets the trucker on his way. Perfect. [colin]: a little nudge, and away you go. Easy-peasy. Yee-haw! Come on! [narrator]: mighty mo is turning things around. [laughs] I've never been pushed like that before, ever. That old truck is pretty cool. I could stay in this parking lot all day. [narrator]: but just west of town on highway 1... [narrator]: ...another rig is trapped.

A COUPLE OF THESE TRUCKS WENT INTO SOME REST AREAS, OR PULL-OUTS, THAT WEREN'T PLOWED. LOOK AT THE SNOW IN THERE. HANG ON, HANG ON. [NARRATOR]: COLIN SPOTS A SEMI IN A PULL-OUT STUCK IN THE DEEP POWDER. [COLIN]: IF I PULL HIM OUT, WE'RE GONNA BE PULLING HIM OUT INTO A LIVE LANE, AND THERE'S ONLY ONE LANE OPEN. HEY, BOSS! CAN YOU MOVE AT ALL? THIS GUY IS PRETTY MUCH BURIED. THERE WAS PROBABLY TWO FEET OF SNOW THAT HAD FALLEN. WHAT I NEED YOU TO DO, BRAKES OFF, IN LOW GEAR, OKAY, AND WE'RE GONNA TRY AND GO. [NARRATOR]: ONCE AGAIN, COLIN WILL USE THE MO'S PUSH BUMPER TO TRY TO GET THE SEMI BACK INTO THE LIVE LANE. [COLIN]: IF I CAN PUSH HIM, HE'LL BE ON HIS WAY, AND HE CAN JUST CARRY ON AND GO, AS OPPOSED TO HAVING TO STOP OUT THERE. [NARRATOR]: WITH AN OPENING IN TRAFFIC... ...COLIN MAKES CONTACT. AW, COME ON. COME ON, BABY, COME ON. [NARRATOR]: ...BUT HEAVY SNOW... WON'T RELEASE ITS GRIP ON THE TRUCK. WOW, REALLY? WE TRIED A COUPLE OF REALLY HARD PUSHES. SON OF A BITCH. THEN WE TRIED A COUPLE OF BIG SMASHES. COME ON, YOU... [COLIN]: IT'S NOT WORKING AT ALL. UNREAL. AAH! (Song in French) You deserve extraordinary discover Frank Lyman designs at the Little mermaid. Frolic at patio parties in bold blue. Dare yourself to try this striking midnight blue jumpsuit with rhinestone straps and illusion in all the right places... or make a splashy entrance in fun colors. Stunning gowns are ideal for mom of the bride or groom in pastels or Navy. All of these amazing Frank Lyman fashions and so much more are now available at the Little mermaid on Victoria Avenue CKPR Thunder Bay brings you the RFDA Meal Ticket! Your ticket to over $150,000 in prizes... Including a 2024 Nissan Frontier Pro 4X and a 2024 Kia Niro EV Wind! And lots more! Get your tickets at foodbanksnorthwest.ca or call (807) 622-7440! They're only $50... Hurry, though, tickets are limited... And going fast! The RFDA Meal Ticket... Available now! From CKPR Thunder Bay Lottery licence number RAF1381497 Ashley Homestore's 10-Day Sale means you can shop for great deals on just what you want right now! Plus pay no tax! All your favorite furniture is on sale at Ashley! Incredible savings up to 50 percent off storewide! Plus no tax on beautiful living rooms and bedrooms! No tax on dining rooms and comfortable mattresses! Save up to 50 percent off beautiful looks for every room! Pay no tax! Plus enjoy 0 percent financing for 36 months! Don't miss the 10-Day Sale! On now at Ashley Homestore Thunder Bay! For over 70 years, we've always believed...that to own a boat...is to live an adventure. So go ahead...take off...explore...rise above...find your way. Fish...go deep...push the limits of your playground...follow your instinct...we'll take care of the rest. Princecraft. The spirit of boating. r home health care... Hi I'm Jim Migliazza We're proud to be your local home healthcare equipment supplier committed to keeping you independently safe in your home. From daily living essentials to elevating devices, we have it all along with customized service repair and home delivery. Come visit our pet friendly showroom at 977 Alloy Drive...where we look forward to seeing you.. Offering you friendly and knowledgeable sales and service, with a personal touch. Superior Home Health Care - Local people keeping you mobile. At Tony's Cabinets, no two designs are ever alike. Specializing in complete kitchen and bathroom renovations from start to finish, we're involved in every aspect of your project from the initial consultation to innovative design development, and finally, on-site production using advanced 3D imaging software. This allows clients to visualize their custom build long before the materials hit the production floor. We excel in providing hands-on personalized attentive service to our clients, while executing unique projects with precision and flair. Visit us today and start your process in creating your dream space. Your mental health break, on CKPR Thunder Bay. Brought to you by Sullivan & Associates Clinical Psychology.

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