Report North Bay Staff

New dementia care program is launching in 17 homes to connect residents to innovative, specialized supports The Ontario government is strengthening dementia care at long-term care homes, by announcing the first 17 homes participating in the new Improving Dementia Care Program (IDCP) and increasing access to behavioural specialized units (BSUs)

György (George) Ablaka passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, at North Bay Serenity Hospice on Friday February 13, 2026. Born on March 23, 1942, in Szeged, Hungary. He began his career as a licensed electrician before immigrating to Canada in November of 1974, settling first in Toronto, Ontario. In

By Richard Coffin Nipissing-Parry Sound Student Transportation says the suspension of service involving Alouette Bus Lines will continue until further notice. This after drivers voted, and rejected, the latest offer from the employer on Monday. 67 routes were cancelled because of the labour dispute. STAY INFORMED – Click here to receive

Airbnb is donating more than $660,000 to six organizations, including one locally, to combat abuse and exploitation. Amelia Rising Sexual Assault Centre of Nipissing is receiving funding. “This support from Airbnb will help Amelia Rising expand our vital counselling, prevention, and advocacy services for survivors and the community,” says

By Richard Coffin The Chiefs of Ontario is calling on the federal and provincial governments to improve safety along northern highways.   They point to several recent deadly collisions, including one at the end of January on Highway 11, west of Hearst, that claimed the lives of three First Nation members.

By Richard Coffin Two area police officers are nominated for Police Association of Ontario Hero of the Year Awards. For over a decade, people across Ontario have nominated police service members for their bravery, dedication, and community contributions. Both local officers are nominated for The Extra Mile award, which celebrates

By Richard Coffin The community is being invited to a dinner theatre event celebrating Black History Month. Wednesday’s event is being presented by École secondaire catholique Algonquin, Conseil scolaire catholique Franco-Nord and Théâtre CanAfrique. Along with a traditional African dinner, prepared by Réseau des familles immigrantes francophones du Nipissing,

The North Bay Police Service (NBPS) has arrested two individuals in connection with a residential break and enter, in the 800 block of Worthington Street East. On February 20, at approximately 8:20 a.m., NBPS responded to a report of a break and enter at a residence in the

By Richard Coffin Ottawa is investing over $472,000 to help Northern Ontario businesses diversify into the defence industry. MP Pauline Rochefort announced the money for a multi-year City of North Bay pilot project. STAY INFORMED – Click here to receive the latest news right to your inbox. This is a

By Richard Coffin Air passenger service to Toronto has returned to North Bay after the first Propair flight departed on Monday. The flight marks the launch of the Quebec-based regional carrier’s new Rouyn-Noranda – North Bay – Toronto route. STAY INFORMED – Click here to receive the latest news right to your