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More than just comics at North Bay Comicon
By Richard Coffin
If your Spidey senses are tingling, it might be because Comicon returns to North Bay on Saturday.
Officials say there will be multiple rooms and more vendor tables with everything from toys, games, collectibles, trading cards, and, of course, comic books.
It takes place from 10 am
Business Week is next week in North Bay
Unions pledge to defy proposed federal restrictions on right to strike
Two impaired and one stunt driving charge laid by city police last weekend
North Bay Police file charges after ODSP fraud investigation
Community invited to Near North Makerspace anniversary event
New rental units in North Bay built in three months
Local students racing through the pumpkin patch
Winter boot campaign returns
Sports
Oulahen to coach Team CHL in prospects challenge
By Richard Coffin
The Coach and Assistant General Manager of the North Bay Battalion is heading behind the bench for the Canadian Hockey League (CHL) team at the CHL USA Prospects Challenge.
Ryan Oulahen has been named head coach of Team CHL.
The two-game series takes place Dec. 1-2 in
Oshawa defeats Battalion
Voodoos over Miners
Canadore College names Sylvie Laperrière head coach of Panthers Women’s Volleyball
2026 Battalion Marching Orders – Adam Dennis
Local talent stands out at Voodoos camp
Senior Ravens back on the gridiron
North Bay football players return home with CJFL exhibition game
Troops land Van Bommel
Rossetto added to ranks
Upcoming Events
More than just comics at North Bay Comicon
By Richard Coffin
If your Spidey senses are tingling, it might be because Comicon returns to North Bay on Saturday.
Officials say there will be multiple rooms and more vendor tables with everything from toys, games, collectibles, trading cards, and, of course, comic books.
It takes place from 10 am
Sasquatch conference set for Saturday
Up to 200 airport and aviation industry professionals landing in North Bay next October
Last chance to ride mini-train and carousels this season
CIBC Run for the Cure takes place Sunday
Gather and Grow event being held at One Kids Place this weekend
Local walk takes place on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
First Responders Trade Manicures for Pancakes
NBRHC Foundation hosting 20th annual Our Hospital Walk/Run on Sunday
Your Community, Your Environment, Hear from Your Candidates
North Bay
More than just comics at North Bay Comicon
By Richard Coffin
If your Spidey senses are tingling, it might be because Comicon returns to North Bay on Saturday.
Officials say there will be multiple rooms and more vendor tables with everything from toys, games, collectibles, trading cards, and, of course, comic books.
It takes place from 10 am
Two impaired and one stunt driving charge laid by city police last weekend
North Bay Police file charges after ODSP fraud investigation
Local students racing through the pumpkin patch
Winter boot campaign returns
Provincial funding for Black-led community initiative
Voting begins Thursday in North Bay’s municipal election
OPP charge trucker and trucking company after traffic stop
Showing up Matters
Provincial funding for three area long-term care homes
Local Business
Business Week is next week in North Bay
By Richard Coffin
The North Bay and District Chamber of Commerce is getting ready to celebrate Business Week.
It runs Oct. 19-23 and includes events designed to connect, inform, and support the local business community.
Officials say there will be networking and learning opportunities throughout the week.
Session topics include
Community invited to Near North Makerspace anniversary event
New rental units in North Bay built in three months
Economic development strategy mapped out in Bonfield
Small business advisory centres receiving provincial funding
Two area intern positions being funded by Ottawa
NATO-accredited tactical training facility officially opens in North Bay
80% year-over-year increase in job postings in July
Ontario Marks First Access to Nickel Ore at the Craig Mine Onaping Depth Expansion
Canada imposes tariffs on $27.6 billion in U.S. goods, unveils $7.5-billion aid package
Spotlight
Showing up Matters
Former 3 term Mayor McDonald endorses Maggie Horsfield
Letter to the Editor
I had the privilege of serving as Mayor of North Bay for 12 consecutive years. It was an honour to represent the citizens of our city, support our local businesses, community organizations and working alongside neighbouring municipalities on
ECONOMIC GROWTH, INVESTMENT AND JOBS
Municipal Government Should Be About Building, Not Dividing
Ukraine Air Enterprise plane scheduled to arrive early Friday afternoon
Blue-Green Algae Bloom Callander Bay
Streetscapes winners announced
Peter Chirico Announces He Will Not Seek Re-election in 2026
Tanya Vrebosch announces candidacy for North Bay Council
Johanne Brousseau Files Nomination for North Bay City Council
A Proven Record, A New Chapter and a Stronger North Bay
News
Unions pledge to defy proposed federal restrictions on right to strike
By Richard Coffin
Workers are warning Members of Parliament that Bill C-39, the Building Canada Strong Act, will fuel labour unrest.
They delivered the message at nearly three dozen rallies outside MPs constituency offices across the country on Thursday, including Nipissing-Timiskaming MP Pauline Rochefort’s North Bay office.
The Canadian
Crash claims life of New Liskeard resident
Coalition aims to purchase RYAM’s Témiscaming mill
North Bay OPP is investigating a fatal structure fire in East Ferris Township
Fatal crash on Highway 94 in Callander on Thursday
Final FONOM board meeting before election covers several topics
Proposals to Connect 600,000 More People to Primary Care
Fight Against Auto Theft
Passenger rail car investment an opportunity to reintroduce train service along Lake Superior’s North Shore
