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A snow squall warning is in effect for our area.   Environment Canada says snow squalls are bringing heavy snowfall with accumulations of 10 to 25 cm to the North Bay, Powassan and Mattawa area.   Another 30 to 45 cm is possible in West Nipissing.   The weather agency says heavy and

Overagers Andrew LeBlanc and Jacob LeBlanc of the North Bay Battalion have committed to Princeton University for the 2025-26 season, becoming the first members of the Ontario Hockey League club to prepare to join a National Collegiate Athletic Association team since player eligibility rules changed. The NCAA’s Division I

Passed away peacefully at the North Bay Regional Health Centre on Sunday December 1st, 2024 at the age of 82. Predeceased by her husband George Miller. Loving mother of Scarlet Bamford (William), Esther Bartlett (Kevin Hazelwood), Glen Miller  (predeceased), George Miller (Christina) and Scott Miller (Francine Gagne). She will be

North Bay Fire department receives support from Enbridge Enbridge Gas is teaming up with North Bay Fire and Emergency Services to improve home safety and save lives.   Deputy Fire Chief Greg Saunders says they’ve received nearly 250 combination smoke and carbon monoxide alarms.   He says they’ll be working

North Bay Police constable Sue Solman is a Heroes Beyond the Badge recipient.    The third-generation police officer was honoured Tuesday by the Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police.   Officials say the award recognizes excellence in Ontario policing that goes beyond the individual or team’s duties.   Cst. Solman, who was

Mixed results with latest jobs report in Nipissing The Labour Market Group says the 499 job postings in Nipissing in October was up 15% compared to a year ago.   However, it was down 15.6 % month-over-month.   Three of the top five employers are in the business of education.   Nipissing University

A snow squall watch is in effect for North Bay, Powassan and Mattawa while a warning is in place for West Nipissing and French River.   Environment Canada says snow squalls are possible Tuesday night and Wednesday.   Officials say North Bay and communities east and south of the city can expect

Wayne Charles Felice, 81, of North Bay passed away October 26, 2024. Wayne was born on September 25, 1943 to the late Henry and Mary Felice, brother to the late Janice Felice, Bonnie Larivee and Shirley Brisson. Survived by his siblings, Frank (Carole) Felice of North Bay, Gary (Marcella) Felice

The Canadore Panthers men’s volleyball team triumphed in a dominating 3-0 victory over La Cité at home in North Bay, on Saturday. Despite a spirited performance from La Cité, the Panthers executed a near-perfect match, taking the sets 25-18, 25-21, and 25-22.  With an impressive team effort, the Panthers

Applications Open for the Experience Ontario 2025 Program Eligible funding available for festivals and events The Ontario government has opened applications for the Experience Ontario 2025 program. Eligible applicants can apply for festivals and events taking place between April 1, 2025, and March 31, 2026.  “We encourage local festival and