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The North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit (Health Unit) is advising residents on the southwest part of Commanda Lake to be cautious after a harmful algae bloom, also known as blue-green algae, was confirmed in the lake by a June 16, 2025 testing sample taken by the Ministry of

Brings 80 Vendors to One Location A new marketplace is preparing to open in Callander this summer, aiming to support local artisans, small businesses, and unique retail offerings. Treasure Trail, a vendor-style shopping destination, will officially launch on July 3rd, 2025, at 1407 Main Street West, next door to Rug-a-Roo.

The City of North Bay is set to host a full day of fun at the waterfront on Tuesday, July 1, with a packed lineup of activities planned for Canada Day 2025, including special centennial-themed events. The day kicks off with the return of the Canada Day 5K Road Race.

By Richard Coffin More information on efforts to bring steam rail travel back to the region is on the way.   The Nipissing Railway Historical Society is hosting a public meeting Thursday night at the North Bay Museum.   Officials say they’ll give an update on where the Steam Tourist Train/

By Richard Coffin Several roads have been rebuilt in Bonfield after washouts and flooding from last weekend’s storm. The township says that includes Pine Lake, Talon Lake, Shields Point and Van Doeler roads, along with Farmer’s Line, with touch ups and grading still needed. Work continues on other

By Richard Coffin Mayor Peter Chirico often says our local military personnel are protecting the skies so we can sleep at night.   That was precisely the case on June 15 as staff at the Canadian Air Defence Sector (CADS), Air Operations Centre at 22 Wing were enforcing the air defence

Project will result in 5,000 new jobs, more than 50 acres of free public space and a new revenue-generating parking structure The Ontario government has unveiled the final designs for the new Ontario Place public space, marking a major milestone in the transformation of Toronto’s waterfront that will

By Brad Aubin Over 5,500 lbs of food has been delivered to the North Bay Food Bank, thanks to the community and the Purolator Tackle Hunger Red Bag campaign. Held from June 14 to 21, the campaign saw 2,000 red bags dropped off throughout the area, with residents

By Richard Coffin Ontario Parks says restoration plans are being developed for Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park after last weekend’s storm.    “The storm, which included a microburst, resulted in extensive tree damage and hazardous conditions throughout the park,” states the Parks Alert web page. “Emergency workers have been actively

By Richard Coffin Officials with the Let’s Remember Adam washer tournament and raffle say the sixth annual event was a record-breaking success.   They say 69 teams of two competed, the most they’ve ever had, surpassing last year’s mark by seven teams.    Over $13,000 was raised, a