Report North Bay Staff

1944–2026  It is with heavy hearts that the family announces her peaceful passing at Cassellholme on Monday, August 31, 2026, at the age of 82.  Janice was the devoted wife of 64 years to Paul and the loving mother of Christine, Mike and Randy. She was predeceased by her

By Richard Coffin There are only a few details, but Ontario’s Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development confirms it was notified Wednesday of a workplace incident that occurred at Columbia Forest Products in Rutherglen. A ministry inspector has been assigned to investigate. Officials say as the investigation

By Richard Coffin North Bay Police report a traffic stop has led to charges, including drug possession for the purpose of trafficking, for two city residents.    Police say at approximately 9:30 am on Aug. 31, a vehicle was pulled over in the area of Laurier Avenue and Fisher Street.

By Richard Coffin The new traffic lights go live today (Thursday, Sept. 3) at McKeown Avenue and McNamara Street. The city says intermittent traffic disruptions can be expected as crews test and commission the new traffic signals and crossings. Port North Bay - Fully Furnished affordable modern Office Suites and

By Richard Coffin Saddle up! The Smoke ‘N’ Spurs Festival and the Powassan Fall Fair are offering plenty of activities and entertainment for area residents this weekend. Smoke ‘N’ Spurs returns to the Anderson Event Park outside Mattawa, Sept. 4-6. Along with the rodeo, there’s wrestling, freestyle motocross, ATV

By Richard Coffin Ontario Provincial Police want you to make safety your priority this Labour Day long weekend. The OPP says dangerous driving behaviours can turn a long weekend adventure into a life-changing tragedy in an instant. They say slow down, stay alert, drive sober, and buckle up, adding choices

By Richard Coffin You may notice city crews doing work this week at the downtown parkette along Main Street West, Algonquin Avenue and Cassells Street. The city says they’re preparing for the installation of a plaque honouring the late George Maroosis, a long-serving former city councillor. In 2025, council

Clean Green Beautiful North Bay is heading into a busy September with several opportunities for residents to get involved, connect with the community, and help keep North Bay clean, green and beautiful. Fall Community-Wide Cleanup, September 18-20 Clean Green Beautiful North Bay is inviting residents, families, businesses and community groups

Provincial funding will support four projects to increase productivity and strengthen forestry supply chains The Ontario government is building a strong and self-reliant economy by investing over $17.3 million in four projects that will modernize forest sector manufacturing, enhance the industry’s competitive advantage and strengthen forestry supply chains

By Richard Coffin The North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit says Public Health Ontario confirms a horse in the Parry Sound district has tested positive for West Nile Virus. Officials say the five-year-old unvaccinated horse developed signs of the virus on Aug. 21 and is improving after receiving treatment.