Report North Bay Staff

By Richard Coffin “We are on schedule, and we are on budget.” That update on construction of the new $63 million Community and Recreation Centre from David Jackowski, the city’s Manager of Special Projects.   Work is well underway on the Lakeshore Drive facility.   Report North Bay – Subscribe for free-

By Richard Coffin 1.9 million worth of suspected drugs are off the street in Northeastern Ontario thanks to a 16-month OPP and Greater Sudbury Police investigation.   Officials say more than two dozen people, many from the Greater Toronto Area, are facing nearly 200 charges.  Police say Project Saturate, which

1942-2025  The family is saddened to announce the passing of our dear Barry on June 14th 2025 at the Nipissing Serenity Hospice surrounded by the love of his family in his 84th year.  We find piece knowing Barry has been reunited with his beloved spouse Lee (Scanlon).  Also predeceased by

Peacefully passed away surrounded by the love of his family at the North Bay Regional Health Centre on Saturday June 14, 2025, at the age of 80 years. Lorne was the loving father to Dan Solsky (Jo-ann) and Jody Solsky (Leah). He was the cherished grandfather to Amy, Melena, Eli,

Peacefully passed away surrounded by the love of her family at the Nipissing Serenity Hospice (North Bay) on Saturday June 14, 2025, at the age of 64 years. Kelly was the beloved wife of Bernie Larmand, and the loving mother to Paul Larmand and Amanda. She was the cherished grandmother

Province expanding grape varieties for Vintners Quality Alliance Certified Wine The Ontario government is supporting grape growers and wineries by adding 24 new grape varieties to Vintners Quality Alliance (VQA) certified wine. These new grapes were approved because of the high quality of wines they produce, their resistance to extreme

The Ontario government is investing $48,000 to three of North Bay’s senior organizations through the Seniors Community Grant Program as part of Ontario’s continued celebration of Seniors Month. Funding will support enhancing existing programs and continuing to keep our seniors active, engaged, and socially connected. Today’s

The Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run For The Cure is back for its 21st incredible year in North Bay, and they couldn’t be more excited! The committee is in the process of planning some special events that you don’t want to miss, so stay tuned and keep an

By Richard Coffin A prominent sculpture on display in the city for three decades is being repatriated.  The Nibiising 26-foot white pine sculpture once stood at the corner of Seymour Street and the Highway 11/17 bypass.   It was put in storage in 2018, with officials saying cracks and fissures

A memorial service was held in Ottawa today for parliamentarians who have passed away in the previous year, including former Nipissing MP Bob Wood. He passed away in North Bay in April, at the age of 85.  Wood represented the riding of Nipissing as a member of the Liberal Party