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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

December 1, 1945 - May 03, 2025 Laraine Barbara Johnson (née Staples), born on December 1, 1945, in North Bay, Ontario, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2025, at Kelowna General Hospital at the age of 79. Laraine lived a life full of connection and curiosity. From her early years

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Margaret Bonany (Poeta), a remarkable woman whose love and kindness touched countless lives.  Margaret's life was a testament to the power of love and family. Margaret passed away surrounded by her loved ones at the Nipissing Serenity

It was a successful weekend at the sandlot for the Rahnment North Bay Panthers 9U baseball team. They played host to the Sudubry Shamrocks 9U squad and picked up the win in all four games. The weekend started with an 18-7 win for the home side. Michael Patreau had the

New tax credit and increased access will triple the number of families able to benefit from publicly funded fertility treatment The Ontario government is helping more families access fertility treatments by expanding access to in vitro fertilization (IVF) services under the Ontario Fertility Program (OFP), with a call for applications

Passed away peacefully at Health Sciences North Sudbury on Wednesday June 11th, 2025 at the age of 81. Loving husband of Diana (nee Leonard). He was predeceased by his daughter Connie, parents Bill and Bessie Hamilton, brother Vic (Bev-deceased), sisters Evelyn (Gord-deceased), Meryl (Max-deceased). Beloved father of Guy and Corrie