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City receives latest casino hosting payment from OLG
By Richard Coffin
Another $415,869 is flowing to the city coffers from Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG).
It’s the latest quarterly payment for North Bay hosting Cascades Casino.
Since the gaming site opened in March 2022, the city has received more than $6.8 million.
Port North
Five people charged after robbery and drug investigation
One rideshare regulator to rule them all
MPP says direct-to-consumer alcohol sales agreement will unlock opportunities
Carmichael Road work begins with breaking up existing road surface
Mayor’s race grows to three in North Bay
Three charged after ‘targeted assault’ at local restaurant
Chamber announces Evening of Excellence Award finalists
Community’s ‘amazing capacity’ for caring about vulnerable pets on display at golf tournament
Sports
Voodoos fill vacant coaching position
By Richard Coffin
The Powassan Voodoos have a new bench boss. Ty Pracek has been hired as the sixth head coach in the club’s history.
The 33-year-old from Mississauga spent the last two seasons coaching in the NOJHL, with Iroquois Falls and Kirkland Lake.
“I’m looking forward to
Voodoos head coach Goulet leaving for the OHL
Voodoos host more than 60 prospects at summer development camp
Eight Troops to NHL development camps
Two Troops and former Trapper drafted to NHL
Voodoos ink multi-sport Toronto area athlete
Voodoos sign Trappers captain
Team Winters wraps up five years on the pebbled ice
Rock captain Cyr commits to NCAA D-III Albertus Magnus
Timmins’ Lowe off to NCAA D-III Buffalo State
Upcoming Events
Chamber announces Evening of Excellence Award finalists
By Richard Coffin
The finalists have been announced for the 2026 North Bay and District Chamber of Commerce Evening of Excellence Awards.
“We’re incredibly proud to highlight the passion, innovation, and resilience of our local business community,” says Donna Backer, Chamber CEO. “Each finalist represents the spirit of entrepreneurship
Voyageur 200 back for a fourth year
Curtain rises on Summer Challenge production of Alice by Heart
Make-A-Wish charity car wash and BBQ takes place Friday
CanAfric Theatre presenting dinner-theatre experience on Saturday
Free day use offered Friday at Ontario Parks
North Bay Police Service Hosts Make-A-Wish Charity Car Wash & BBQ
Looking for North Bay’s best lawn, garden, landscape and storefront
Canadore College to Host Internationally Recognized Meisner Teacher Training Program
Hot Summer Nights lined up for July 31-Aug 2
North Bay
City receives latest casino hosting payment from OLG
By Richard Coffin
Another $415,869 is flowing to the city coffers from Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG).
It’s the latest quarterly payment for North Bay hosting Cascades Casino.
Since the gaming site opened in March 2022, the city has received more than $6.8 million.
Port North
Five people charged after robbery and drug investigation
MPP says direct-to-consumer alcohol sales agreement will unlock opportunities
Carmichael Road work begins with breaking up existing road surface
Mayor’s race grows to three in North Bay
Three charged after ‘targeted assault’ at local restaurant
Community’s ‘amazing capacity’ for caring about vulnerable pets on display at golf tournament
Inflatable splash park coming to North Bay waterfront
Nominations are Open
Updated traffic impact with roundabout construction
Local Business
One rideshare regulator to rule them all
By Richard Coffin
The North Bay Police Service says the Ministry of Transportation has taken over responsibility for regulating rideshare operators, drivers and vehicles in several northeastern communities, including those in the North Bay area.
Officials say it’s because the Northlander Rideshare Pilot Program is now in effect.
They
Chamber announces Evening of Excellence Award finalists
Voyageur becomes Canadian launch customer for Flexrotor Uncrewed Aerial System
Mining technical support and service centre opens in North Bay
Summer launch for Uber in North Bay
PORT NORTH BAY Elevates Businesses With Innovative Virtual Office Packages
Applications Open for Advanced Manufacturing Funding
LMG reports a strong rebound with May job postings
Investing to Protect Forestry Workers in Huntsville
Boosting Trade and Create Jobs in Key Sectors
Spotlight
Punk Night
The All-Wheel Park is turning up the volume later this month!
Join everyone on Tuesday, July 14, from 6 to 9 p.m. for a free, all-ages punk concert featuring Ethos, Spillover and Bad Ancestors.
Ride the park, catch the music, and bring your lawn chair (or your skateboard, bike,
The B.E.C.O.M.I.N.G. Method: Life Beyond Limiting Beliefs
Stress Awareness Month? In THIS Economy?? Say Less!
Stress Awareness Month? In THIS Economy?? Say Less!
(Update) All but one flood-impacted city roads reopened with school buses cancelled (April 15) in North Bay area
Rotary4Kids Raises $112,000 and counting for special needs kids!
Chewie nearing retirement
Adam Dennis wins Jim Aspin Memorial Award as Executive of the Year
Tired of Fighting About “Nothing?
Love Is an Action Word (It’s Harder Than You Think)
News
Disaster recovery assistance available for two Almaguin communities
By Richard Coffin
The province is providing Disaster Recovery Assistance for several communities around Ontario, including Burk’s Falls and Armour Township, after spring flooding.
Officials say residents, small businesses, farms and not-for-profit organizations in certain areas can apply to the program for damage caused by the flooding that is
Seven new fires in Nipissing District and fire ban in West Nipissing
Enhanced mental health support focus of new partnership
Campaign aims to protect Bray Lake in Almaguin
Sturgeon Falls drug lab dismantled by RCMP and OPP
Feast on the Farm set for Aug. 9
West Nipissing honours community volunteers
Ontario Unveils Proposed Route for Northern Shield Energy Corridor
UPDATE: Tornado warning issued in West Nipissing
