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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

$200 million Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund supporting economic growth and building healthier communities The Ontario government is investing over $12.6 million to protect jobs and support the construction of the new Valley East Twin Pad Multipurpose Sports Complex in the City of Greater Sudbury, along with upgrades

Richard Coffin 22 tourism industry projects, businesses, and organizations across Northern Ontario are getting federal funding.   FedNor Minister Patty Hajdu announced over $4.5 million for the tourism projects.   In our area, the list includes nearly $190,000 for the Village of South River to refurbish the train station, while

Vic Fedeli, MPP for Nipissing announced the Ontario government invested $250,000 to three local long -term care (LTC) homes through The Local Priorities Fund (LPF). The funding is designed to support programs that connect people with the right care, while reducing emergency department visits and hospital stays.  “This investment

Lakeshore Drive at Booth Road Please be advised that the closure of a section of Lakeshore Drive near Booth Road has been extended until July 25. Originally scheduled to reopen on July 21, this closure is necessary to complete sanitary and stormwater connections related to the new Community and Recreation

The North Bay Police Service’s Bait Bike Initiative is once again proving effective after a quick arrest made during a recent deployment. On Thursday, July 14, 2025, patrol officers arrested a 37-year-old North Bay man after he attempted to steal a bait bicycle strategically placed in the downtown core.

Vic Fedeli, MPP for Nipissing, announced that the Ontario government is investing $1,675,000 for North Bay’s first Cricket ground. This investment is part of the province’s $200 million Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund (CSRIF), a province-wide initiative that helps communities revitalize local facilities, grow the