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Get your skis shined up. Laurentian Ski Hill plans to officially open for the 2025-26 season on Saturday (Dec. 20). Officials say it’s a milestone year as they mark 100 years of skiing, snowboarding and community fun at the hill. STAY INFORMED – Click here to receive the latest news

“The Ontario government is working to deliver care in our community and ease pressure at the Mattawa Hospital,” said MPP Vic Fedeli. “We recognize the vital role our hospital plays in providing access to connected, high-quality healthcare services, and today’s investment will help them continue to meet the needs

Vic Fedeli, MPP for Nipissing, announced that the Ontario government is investing an additional $15 million in funding for the 2025-26 year to support the North Bay Regional Health Centre's (NBRHC) operations and Alternate Levels of Care beds. These investments will ensure the hospital can continue to meet

After setting up the tying goal late in regulation, Powassan Voodoos defenceman Marcus Krats notched the game-winner 5:16 into overtime as part of a 4-3 victory over the Greater Sudbury Cubs Wednesday in a thrilling Northern Ontario Junior Hockey League mid-week match-up at Gerry McCrory Countryside Sports Complex. Going

Winners will represent Northern Ontario at Scotties & Brier   Curlers from across northern Ontario will be competing in North Bay next month for the chance to represent the region at the national curling championships in 2026. The Northern Ontario Curling Association (NOCA) men’s and women’s provincial playdowns run

The City of North Bay is continuing its public consultation on the Downtown Waterfront redevelopment and is now seeking feedback on three conceptual design options developed from previous community input. Residents are encouraged to share their thoughts through an online survey open until Jan. 14, 2026. Those who complete the

The Rotary Club of North Bay has distributed a total of $32,400 to 4 school boards and Nbisiing Secondary School, supporting breakfast and nutrition programs at some 27 schools. The Near North District School Board received $12,500, Nipissing-Parry Sound Catholic District School Board $8,500, Conseil scolaire catholique

Andrew Anthony Perry, beloved husband and father, went into glory on Friday December 12, 2025, at age 75 in North Bay, Ontario, after suffering from Parkinson’s Disease.  Andrew was born in Montreal, Quebec, along with his twin sister Rose, on March 15, 1950 to Gerald and Filomena (De Meo)

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother Sandra (nee Campbell) at the North Bay Regional Health Centre on Sunday December 14th, 2025.  Predeceased by her husband Robert Truchon. Beloved mother of Michelle Ringuette (J.C), Lori Moreau (Luc) and Jennifer Latour (Guy). Loving grandmother

The North Bay Police Service (NBPS) Street Crime Unit (SCU) has charged a male following a drug investigation in North Bay, and officers seized approximately $34,000 worth of drugs, including heroin and crystal methamphetamine. On December 10, 2025, NBPS was notified of an arrest warrant for a North Bay