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By Richard Coffin You could say it’s like speed dating, but with research. The Three Minute Thesis Competition takes place Thursday at Nipissing University. The challenge is for graduate students to present complex research material in an engaging, compelling way, using only one slide and within three minutes. Port

Peacefully passed away surrounded by the love of her family at the West Nipissing General Hospital (Sturgeon Falls) on Monday March 23, 2026, at the age of 68 years. Rosalie was the beloved wife of Michel Camirand, stepmother to Ian and grandmother to Michael and the loving sister to Jean

Letter to the Editor While some media outlets attempted to capture the facts of last night’s council meeting, I want to ensure my comments are shared in my own words. The 7-4 vote was about high-level governance issues, but the public narrative has drifted into a "David and

The Ontario government has opened applications for the 2026-27 Enhancing Access to Spaces for Everyone (EASE) Grant. The grant awards up to $60,000 for small capital projects that improve accessibility and support active, healthy lifestyles for people with disabilities and older adults. The deadline for eligible organizations to apply

Ontario Government Introduces Motion to See Canada Award Victoria Cross The Victoria Cross is the highest award in the Canadian honours system, awarded for extraordinary valour, self-sacrifice, and extreme devotion to duty. Today, the Ontario Government introduced a motion calling on the Government of Canada to establish an independent military

By Richard Coffin The Nipissing District saw 467 jobs posted in February, a nearly 14% decrease compared to January. Year-over-year, postings were down 4.5%. The Labour Market Group says despite the dip from the start-of-the-year surge, the volume of job postings in the month remained stable over the past

Vic Fedeli, MPP for Nipissing announced that the Ontario government is accepting nominations for the 2026 Ontario Senior of the Year Award. This award recognizes residents aged 65+ who have enriched their communities through volunteerism and social contribution. “Ontario is proud to recognize outstanding seniors for their efforts that enrich

An Alex Povorozniuk goal, 32 seconds into double overtime, gave the Soo Eagles a 4-3 victory over the Powassan Voodoos Tuesday evening in Game 3 of their Northern Ontario Junior Hockey League quarter-final at Pullar Stadium. As a result, Sault Ste. Marie now leads their best-of-seven series 3-0 and will

By Richard Coffin The community is invited to a conversation on the Gift of Life Wednesday night. The community is invited to a conversation on the Gift of Life Wednesday night. Toby and Bernadine Boulet helped launch Green Shirt Day (April 7) in response to the organ donation movement after

1955-2026 Starr passed away peacefully at the North Bay Regional Health Centre on Friday March 20th , 2026 at the age of 70.  She was predeceased by her husband Clarence Takeuchi and her daughter Tonya Tabobondung. She was the loving mother of Sypriss Anderson (Eric Madill) and David Gordon. She is