Report North Bay Staff

It is with sadness that the entire family of Donald Joseph Turcotte announce his peaceful passing on April 15, 2025. He is now with his beloved Heather (2023).   Born and raised in Timmins, ON. on April 29, 1947 to Rene (2005) and Marguerite Turcotte (2003)  Brother to Sandra Doucet, Lorraine

March 25, 1941 – May 3, 2025  It is with enduring love that we share the passing of Albert Gerald Falconi on May 3, 2025, surrounded by his devoted wife, children, and grandchildren.  Born to Michele (Michael) Falconi and Anne Felice on March 25, 1941, Albert—known lovingly as Dad and

Peacefully passed away surrounded by the love of his family at the North Bay Regional Health Centre on Thursday May 1st, 2025 at the age of 92 years.  Albert was the beloved husband of Theresa Smith (pre-deceased) and the loving father to Kerry Gunton (Danny), and Kim McCabe (Ger, pre-deceased)

The Trojans launched their fundraising for the annual Trojans Parade for Cancer. From now until Parade Day - Thursday, May 22nd, students from West Ferris Secondary School will be in the community collecting donations supporting cancer care at North Bay Regional Health Centre. This year, the Parade is raising funds

Peacefully passed away with his wife by his side at the Nipissing Serenity Hospice (North Bay) on Tuesday April 29, 2025 at the age of 55 years. Howard was the beloved husband and best friend of Chantelle (nee Herchenroder) Meier and the loving father of Tessa Dontoh (Ryan), Chassis Meier

Province re-introducing legislation to create a standardized municipal code of conduct Today, the Ontario government is protecting communities by re-introducing legislation that would, if passed, strengthen municipal governance and accountability. Ontario is proposing changes through the Municipal Accountability Act, 2025 that would enable the creation of a new, standardized municipal

Province working to keep violent repeat offenders behind bars and protect victims of crime The Ontario government is proposing changes to strengthen the bail system and protect communities by keeping violent repeat offenders off the streets and behind bars. These proposed reforms would strengthen the collection process for forfeited bail,

The new Panthers High-Performance Sports Academy is designed for dedicated athletes looking to enhance their physical performance through expert-led strength and conditioning programs. The first Summer Academy Program is now underway and there are still spots available. “The purpose of the Academy is to improve physical capabilities of local athletes

Province re-introducing legislation to help municipalities end encampments while continuing to invest in safe and supportive housing The Ontario government is protecting communities by re-introducing legislation that will provide municipalities and police with the enhanced tools they need to end encampments and clean up our parks and public spaces. The

By Richard Coffin Mayors and municipal representatives from across Canada, including West Nipissing continue their work to address issues around substance use in small cities and towns.   The Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addictions says 30 regions have now contributed to a playbook on the crisis.  They say it