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Multiple Cryptocurrency Fraud Reports The North Bay Police Service (NBPS) has received multiple reports involving fraudulent companies claiming to assist with cryptocurrency investments. Many of these companies operate online and are not legitimate. NBPS advises the public to conduct due diligence before investing and, whenever possible, to invest in person

The province is looking to strengthen the pipeline of highly skilled construction workers needed to fulfill its plan to build more homes, highways, hospitals and critical infrastructure.   $75 million is being invested to train up to 7,800 additional students for in-demand jobs in construction and urban planning. “Our government

Near North District School Board (NNDSB) has prepared and is implementing a comprehensive contingency plan as it continues to respond to the delays in the completion of the JK-12 school in Parry Sound. Staff are diligently working to prepare welcoming and appropriately resourced learning environments for students, and will be

A couple of northern groups will be highlighting several social service issues at the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) conference next week.   The Northern Ontario Service Deliverers Association (NOSDA) is bringing several resolutions while the District of Nipissing Social Services Administration Board (DNSSAB) is meeting with half a dozen

Job postings in Nipissing were down month-over-month and year-over-year in June. In fact, the Labour Market Group (LMG) says the 459 postings was significantly lower in both. Compared to May, the decline was 18.6% while it was down 21.7% from June last year. Stay Informed - Subscribe for

Another call for public art submissions is being made locally. The city along with the Public Art Advisory Committee and Clean, Green, Beautiful North Bay are looking to vinyl wrap hydro boxes along Main Street. They’re seeking digitally created images or high-quality scans of original artwork. Stay Informed -

Reynald Joseph Sabourin, born on October 12th, 1935, sadly died at the age of 89 due to a sudden illness. In the early hours of the morning on August 12th, Reynald found peace in his last moments, having left the world with a smile on his face. It is a

A photographic installation by artist-in-residence Ava Margueritte. Landfall is now open and on exhibit until September 6th, with a reception Thursday, August 28th from 6 8 pm. Artist Ava Margueritte returns to North Bay, her hometown for her first public solo exhibition, titled Landfall at White Water Gallery, 159 Main

In Loving Memory of Michel (Mike) Tessier September 26, 1945 – August 7, 2025   It is with deep sorrow that we announce the peaceful passing of Mike Tessier at the North Bay Regional Health Centre, surrounded by his loving family.  He leaves behind loved ones whose hearts are forever touched by

It is with a heavy heart that the family of Jamie announce his unexpected passing at his home on Monday August 11, 2025, at the age of 52 years. Predeceased by his father Huck (Ambrose) Muriwske, partner Melanie Poitras, and his Bailey Girl.  Survived by his children Bradley and Shayla.