Report North Bay Staff

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved Claude on June 22, 2025 at the age of 64. Claude was a husband, father, grandfather, son, brother and uncle. Left to mourn is his wife Karen (McCourt), son Jason (Kayla) and grandson Kayne, mother Mary

By Richard Coffin The evacuation centre at the Mike Rodden Arena in Mattawa, opened after Saturday’s severe storm, has now closed.    That from Calvin officials who say all evacuees have been reunited with their families, returned home or have been moved to another location. Mattawa Mayor Raymond Belanger says

Province accepting applications for new Rural Ontario Development program The Ontario government is now accepting applications for the new Rural Ontario Development (ROD) program to help support economic growth, protect jobs and improve infrastructure in small communities. In January, the government announced $20 million over the next two years to

Passed away at the North Bay Regional Health Centre on Friday June 20, 2025, at the age of 85 years. Helen was the beloved wife of the late Yvon Allain, and loving mother to Maurice Allain, Gisele Desjardins (Andy), Denise Edmunds (Herb), and Denis Allain. She was the cherished grandmother

1937-2025 It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Robert Edward Cote on June 21, 2025, in the comfort of his home during his sleep, at the age of 87. Bob was the loving husband of 60 years to Marga (Hoellger). Proud father to Marcel (Besa)

July 4, 1956 - June 20, 2025  It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved brother Mike following a short battle with cancer at age 68, two weeks before his 69th birthday. Mike passed peacefully on Friday, June 20, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

By Richard Coffin Nipissing University has a new Director of Athletics.    Sarah Batley succeeds founding Director Vito Castiglione, who is retiring after a 33-year career.   The university says Batley has a vast array of leadership experience in post-secondary athletics and recreation, and brings a student-centered, growth-minded approach to varsity sport,

By Richard Coffin Some temporary traffic changes are coming up with the McKeown Avenue reconstruction project. The city says McKeown will remain limited to one lane between McNamara and Cartier streets until Friday, July 4. Officials also say Cartier Street will be reduced to one lane for the rest of

By Richard Coffin The ON THE EDGE Fringe Festival is returning in mid-August.    Vic Fedeli, MPP for Nipissing, announced $15,000 for the event, through the Ontario Arts Council (OAC) Theatre Projects Program.     “Our government understands the important role that the arts play in fostering dynamic and thriving communities across

By Richard Coffin One of 19 people and groups recognized by the province for volunteer efforts is from our area.   Richard Taylor is a 2025 June Callwood Outstanding Achievement for Voluntarism Award winner.   Officials say for over 30 years, Taylor has led the Nipissing Trackers Ski Program, opening the slopes