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Peacefully passed away, knowing she was deeply loved, at Northern Heights Community in North Bay on Monday, August 24, 2026, at the age of 95 years. Barbara was the beloved wife of the late Willis Dave Laronde and loving mother of Mary Elizabeth Laronde, David Dennis Laronde (Carolyn), the late

Passed away suddenly at the North Bay Regional Health Centre on Monday August 24th 2026, at the age of 71. Loving sister of Diane, Robert (Carole Couture) and Joyce MacKinnon (Don-deceased). She will be sadly missed by good friend Robert Russell and her many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her

Canadore College is pleased to announce Sylvie Laperrière as the new head coach of the Panthers Women’s Volleyball team.  A respected coach, former varsity athlete and two-time Canadore graduate, Laperrière brings extensive experience developing athletes at the provincial, club and secondary-school levels. A bilingual Certified Development Volleyball Coach, she

The District of Nipissing Social Services Administration Board (DNSSAB), the Nipissing District Housing Corporation (NDHC), and the North Bay Police Service have wrapped up the seven-week Kids in Sports initiative, providing local youth with free opportunities to participate in sports, build skills, and connect with their community. “We had a

With more e-bikes and e-scooters on local roads and pathways, the North Bay Police Service (NBPS) is reminding riders and motorists to know the rules and keep safety top of mind. Ride safely E-bike and e-scooter riders are vulnerable road users and have less protection in a collision. Riders should:

By Richard Coffin A northern farm group is giving a boost to area Fall Fairs. The Northeastern District of the Christian Farmers Federation of Ontario (CFFO) is donating $3,500 to agricultural societies in Powassan, New Liskeard, Laird Township, Cochrane, Massey, Warren, and Providence Bay. “Fall fairs are important to

By Richard Coffin Make sure you check your Lotto Max tickets from the Aug. 25 draw. Ontario Lottery and Gaming says a $100,000 MAXPLUS prize was won on a ticket sold in North Bay. Port North Bay - Fully Furnished affordable modern Office Suites and Virtual Offices Available Officials

By Richard Coffin The province is providing several arts and culture organizations in Nipissing with $175,000. Vic Fedeli, MPP for Nipissing, announced the support from the Ontario Arts Council. “Our government understands the important role that the arts play in enriching the lives of people in communities across Ontario

By Richard Coffin Clean Green Beautiful North Bay is honouring the finalists and winners of this year’s Streetscapes initiative. A recognition event was held Sunday at Laporte’s Nursery and Greenhouse. Nipissing Serenity Hospice won the ‘Business Category’ while 921 Douglas Street won ‘Edible Garden’ honours. Port North Bay

By Richard Coffin Adam Dennis, Battalion President, GM and Director of Hockey Operations, is our guest for the first episode of the 2026 Battalion Marching Orders. Richard Coffinhttps://www.mynorthbaynow.com/ Richard Coffin has been a reporter and news anchor on the radio in North Bay for over 25 years.