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Oliver James Stephens, 93, passed away peacefully on June 15, 2024, just 12 short days after his beloved wife of 72 years, Veronica Anna (Warnock).  Oliver was born on June 27, 1930, to Florence Ethel Patton and Oliver James Stephens, in Belfast, Northern Ireland.  He married Veronica (Vera) on April

The Health Unit has had additional cases of whooping cough (Pertussis) within the West Nipissing region and across the Health Unit’s district. Due to cases not having epidemiological links, we can say with much certainty that there is community spread and other undetected cases in the district. Whooping cough

August 27, 1963 - June 16, 2024 Passed peacefully in his sleep with family by his side at the Nipissing Serenity Hospice after a courageous battle with cancer. Left to mourn are his children, Emilie White (Karl), Chad Carr, and Thomas and Jason Klyne. He also leaves behind his grandchildren,

Nominate them in the Ontario SPCA's Veterinary Appreciation Contest Show your local veterinary team some love for keeping your furry friends happy and healthy by nominating them in the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society’s Veterinary Appreciation Contest, which runs from June 17-28. To help say thank you

A Hamilton man was arrested on June 11th, and faces numerous charges as a result of three separate incidents in North Bay throughout May and June. On May 27th, North Bay Police Street Crime Unit officers observed the accused operating a vehicle in North Bay, despite being on 2 separate

With an Environment Canada heat warning in place for the next several days for the North Bay area, residents who need an indoor place to stay cool can access city facilities today through Thursday. This includes Memorial Gardens (sections 1,3,5 and 7) from 7 a.m. until 4

Based on a true story and set during the Great Depression, Dr. Zoe Cavendish finds herself torn between societal expectations and her desires. Zoe embarks on a pioneering adventure of Northwestern Alberta as one of the first female Canadian doctors. As she traversed the ethical waters as a feminist in

The City of North Bay reminds everyone that lifeguards will be on duty for the summer season starting June 29. Both Shabogesic Beach and Olmsted Beach will be supervised seven days a week from 12 p.m. - 7 p.m. The City continues to actively recruit for additional lifeguards

Never leave people, particularly children, or pets inside a parked vehicle. Watch for early signs of heat illness (feeling unwell, fatigue, thirst, headache) as these can rapidly evolve into life-threatening emergencies. Move to a cooler environment immediately, such as a shaded or air-conditioned space. Elevated heat and humidity is expected

On June 14, 2024, Sheila passed away gracefully at the age of 89, surrounded by her family at the North Bay Regional Health Centre. She was the beloved wife of the late “Fred” Donald Frederick Haskins. Sheila was the loving mother of Brian (Peggy Lee) of North Bay, Susan Barker