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“Uncle Howie” passed peacefully at the Nipissing Serenity Hospice on Saturday July 19, 2025 surrounded by family.  Howie was predeceased by his parents and his dear sister Vivian Bennison. Howie lived with Vivian for much of his adult life until her passing; he helped her as she operated the Powassan

(Dec. 28, 1924 – July 12, 2025) Predeceased by his siblings Glen, Lucille and Celia, and most recently his eldest son Harry (July 15, 1949 – May 31, 2025) Survived by his wife Sheila, sister Christine, and children Marjorie, Barbara Lou, Christopher, Robin, and Matthew William Gladwin Parfitt (Bill) passed away peacefully

It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce that Valerie Jane Caven (nee Blackmore), age 74 has passed away peacefully on July 12th at her residence in Eastholme, Powassan.   She was born September 10, 1950 in North Bay to Rita and Frank Blackmore and she was the beloved wife of

August 17, 1965 – July 17, 2025  It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Richard Rene Cadotte at the North Bay Regional Health Centre on July 17, 2025, at the age of 59.  Born in Saint-Édouard-de-Fabre, Quebec, Richard moved to North Bay, Ontario, where he spent the

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Rita Marie Tremblay (née Foisy), who left this world peacefully surrounded by her loving family at home on July 16, 2025, at the age of 86.  Rita was born on March 7, 1939, to Mathilda (née Ledoux) and Hamel

By Brad Aubin The Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM) is leading a proposal that would upgrade Highways 11 and 17 to the 2+1 model. The first phase of the project would see HWY 11 be expanded from North Bay to Cochrane, and HWY 17 from Renfrew to Sudbury.

By Richard Coffin Two men being sought by the OPP after what provincial police describe as a suspicious death in Bonfield have been located. Police provided the update on social media Saturday night. Earlier they were advising residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to them. Stay Informed

The Powassan brought back a familiar local player to their offensive group with the addition of forward Jesse Lefebvre.  The Voodoos acquired the 19-year-old product from Sturgeon Falls from the Renfrew Wolves of the Central Canadian Hockey League for a development fee.  “It’s great to be back around the

Suddenly on Monday July 14, 2025, at 55 years of age. Father of Leda Schultz with whom he shared a similar musical interest in the guitar. Sadly missed by his sisters Bree Kaye (nee Schultz) (husband Mike Kaye), Laura-Lee Schultz (Twiggy), Beverly Schultz, nieces Adaisha-Bree Schultz and Jessica Cusson and

After a lengthy battle with cancer, Denis passed away at the Mattawa General Hospital on Thursday, July 17, 2025.  Denis Joseph Alfred Carriere was the beloved husband and partner of the late Mona Belanger, he was 71 years old. Loving brother of Marc, Raymond, Gilles (Suzanne), and Robert. Dear companion