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1931–2026  It is with heavy hearts that our family announces the peaceful passing of Corinne Guillemette on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at the North Bay Regional Health Centre, with her loving sons by her side.  Corinne was the devoted mother of Armand (Colette) and Maurice (Martha), and the cherished

By Richard Coffin An organizational review, including a comprehensive evaluation of Canadore College’s structure, workforce complement, and resource allocation, is getting underway.    Officials say $20 million in savings need to be identified next fiscal year and beyond, including reductions in salary-related costs.    The phased approach will begin with a

North Bay Police Service is looking to identify the individual in the surveillance video in connection with a theft at a local retailer. Anyone with information is asked to call 705-497-5555, select option 5 to speak with an officer. To remain anonymous, report online at http://nearnorthcrimestoppers.com STAY INFORMED

Watershed Conditions Statement – Flood Outlook A Watershed Conditions Statement – Flood Outlook has been issued for the North Bay – Mattawa watershed, according to the North Bay-Mattawa Conservation Authority (NBMCA). STAY INFORMED – Click here to receive the latest news right to your inbox. This is a free service “Water levels on area

$285,000 to Upgrade Voyageur Multi-Use Trail System Bridges The Ontario government is investing $285,000 to the Voyageur Multi-Use Trail System (VMUTS) organization for the installation of two bridges to replace deteriorated structures on the trail system. The bridges have been built over Antoine Creek and Francis Creek, ensuring

The North Bay Sports Hall of Fame has announced five inductees for the 45th Annual Induction and Awards Dinner, which will be held on Saturday, May 2, at the Davedi Club. STAY INFORMED – Click here to receive the latest news right to your inbox. This is a free service "

Provinces and territories united to build electricity infrastructure and transform Canada into energy superpower The Ontario government announced a historic effort to connect and strengthen Canada’s electricity systems by launching a first-of-its-kind interprovincial-territorial partnership to build transmission infrastructure needed to power the country’s next generation of growth. The

By Richard Coffin A proposal has been sent to the province to pilot a Learn and Stay Program for Early Childhood Educators (ECEs) in Nipissing. The District of Nipissing Social Services Administration Board (DNSSAB) says the move is aimed at addressing critical workforce shortages that are limiting access to licensed

By Richard Coffin Teams of people are taking the Polar Plunge into ice cold water this weekend in North Bay. All funds from Saturday’s event will go directly toward the 2027 Special Olympics Ontario Provincial Winter Games being hosted by the North Bay Police Service next January. STAY INFORMED

Passed away peacefully at the Nipissing Serenity Hospice on Friday February 27th 2026 at the age of 88, two months after a sudden diagnosis of a brain tumor.  Loving husband of the late Grace Kingsnorth. Cherished father of Shauna Kingsnorth-Chan (Phil) and Tanya Forth (Mike). He was the proud grandfather