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One of the famed Dionne Quints has passed away. “Cécile has passed away at 91 years of age,” says Ed Valenti, Chair of the Dionne Quints Heritage Board. “We’re sorry to hear that. Obviously, she’s had a very difficult life along with all the Quints and Dionne family.

A boil water advisory has been issued for users of the Thorne drinking water system. The North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit says it’s due to a loss of disinfection on July 30. Officials says residents and businesses receiving water from the Thorne water system must bring water

The City of North Bay seeks applications from persons with disabilities, to join the Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee (MAAC). By joining the committee, you will contribute to developing strategies and reviewing municipal policies, programs, and services, aimed at fostering a barrier-free North Bay. Learn more>https://ow.ly/3kVN50Wx0NG

Applications now open for community projects that protect and restore local natural habitats and greenspaces The Ontario government is making almost $3 million available to community groups and other non-profit organizations for innovative projects to build cleaner, healthier communities such as shoreline cleanups, habitat restoration and tree planting. As part

The Ontario government is investing $1.3 million to expand the Transportation of Medically Stable Patients (TMSP) program to Blanche River Health, helping more patients in Northeastern Ontario access vital treatments and appointments conveniently. This expansion brings the number of communities in Northern Ontario serviced by TMSP to nine, providing

The Ontario government is protecting young people and vulnerable communities by investing $345 million to renew its Anti-Human Trafficking Strategy (AHTS) – the largest investment of its kind in the country. Since its launch in 2020, the strategy has trained more than 1,000 front-line workers and helped tens of thousands

We’re only hours away from the city’s ‘celebration of the century’. North Bay’s Homecoming Festival starts Friday and runs through Sunday, marking 100 years since the city received its charter. Highlights include live and local music and performances, historical exhibits and hands-on exploring, an artisan market, a

The Heritage Carousel and Train Company is offering $1 rides on Saturday. It’s part of the city’s homecoming festival. Tickets will be available at the Souvenir Booth. Stay Informed - Subscribe for Free – Click here “The Heritage Railway and Carousel Company looks forward to having everyone visit us

Get ready to do the boot scootin’ boogie. The Open Country Singing Contest is back this weekend. It’s the Nipissing Country Music Association’s 32nd event being hosted at the Bill Barber Complex in Callander. Stay Informed - Subscribe for Free – Click here Officials say there were several reasons

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Joe (Little Joe/Bae) Larent on July 29th, 2025, at 61 yrs of age, formerly of North Bay ON currently of Markstay, ON.  Born August 11th, 1963, in North Bay to Joseph and Gladys (Adnum) Larent, both deceased, he