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By Richard Coffin Season 31 starts this weekend for the Heritage Railway and Carousel Company. The two carousels will be open from 10 am to dusk, weather permitting, this Victoria Day long weekend (May 16-18). The mini trains won’t be running. Port North Bay - Fully Furnished affordable modern

Peacefully passed away surrounded by the love of her family at Cassellholme-Home for the Aged-on Sunday March 29, 2026, at the age of 84 years. Grace was the beloved wife of Andrew Wood, and the loving mother to Eve-Marie Wood. She was the cherished sister to Inez, Elsie and Linda,

By Richard Coffin Two northern municipal groups say the Auditor General’s report on Large Commercial Truck Driver Licencing reinforces many of their concerns. The Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM) and Northwestern Ontario Municipal Association (NOMA) say that includes highway safety, commercial vehicle enforcement, and the growing pressures facing

By Brad Aubin The Municipality of West Nipissing says the Leduc Rd. bridge is closed until further notice due to flooding and a severe build-up of debris and logs. Officials say prior to reopening, the bridge will require a full inspection by structural engineers to determine the extent of any

By Richard Coffin Callander’s Integrity Commissioner has determined the conduct of two former council members constitutes workplace harassment. Former Mayor Robb Noon and councillor Irene Smit resigned in December. The report states the commissioner investigated allegations of workplace harassment within the meaning of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Provincial investment will protect 220 forestry workers, strengthen Ontario’s forest sector and increase production of Ontario-wood products The Ontario government is investing $10 million in Georgia-Pacific North Woods to advance a major $191 million upgrade to its oriented strand board (OSB) plant. The project will support the increased production

BPS Announces Winning Classes As part of Canada Road Safety Week (May 12–18, 2026), the North Bay Police Service (NBPS) is pleased to announce the winning classes of the “Think of Me” campaign, an initiative designed to engage elementary students in road safety awareness through creative expression. An initiative

Victim Services of Nipissing District (VSND) and the North Bay Police Service are pleased to introduce their newest generation Support Dog, Moka. Moka is an 18-month-old Standard Poodle who brings a calm presence and gentle demeanour to her role. She has been specially selected, trained, and certified, and was thoughtfully

By Richard Coffin The Ministry of Natural Resources has extended several flood warnings for the North Bay District to Friday. They include the Lake Nipissing shoreline, the Upper Ottawa River from Lake Timiskaming to the east boundary of Papineau-Cameron, including the town of Mattawa and the Lake Temagami area. The

By Richard Coffin The North Bay Police Service Board is undergoing a strategic change and will have two Deputy Chiefs of Police.  A national search is getting underway with the hiring of a company to seek candidates.   Officials say the recruitment will fill the current Deputy Chief vacancy, which has