Report North Bay Staff

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of JoAnne Maeck at Health Sciences North on Thursday, January 2nd, 2025, at the age of 64. JoAnne was the loving daughter of Barbara (née Bryce) and Alvin (predeceased) Maeck. She is survived by her brother Brian (Terry) of North Bay.

December 19, 1962 ~ December 28, 2024 (age 62) Peacefully passed away surrounded by the love of her family at the North Bay Regional Health Centre on Saturday December 28, 2024, at the age of 62 years. Mary Lou was the beloved Wife of Wilson Bridgeman and the loving mother to

1962-2025 Peacefully passed away surrounded by his loving family at Nipissing Manor (Corbeil) on Thursday January 2, 2025, at the age of 62 years. Stephen was the beloved husband of Mary (nee Byers) Leblanc, and the loving father to Brianna Lajeunesse (Owen), and Brody Leblanc (Sarah). He was the cherished

Nick Wellenreiter scored two goals, including the shorthanded winner, as the North Bay Battalion defeated the Peterborough Petes 4-1 Thursday night, ending the Troops’ six-game Ontario Hockey League losing streak. Ethan Procyszyn had a shorthanded empty-netter and one assist, and Andrew LeBlanc also scored, while goaltender Mike McIvor made 22

By Richard Coffin A North Bay resident has been charged with several weapons-related counts after provincial police were called to a disturbance at a Parry Sound hotel.   The West Parry Sound OPP says the incident happened on Dec. 29.   They say when officers arrived a person fled on foot but

By Richard Coffin Canadore College is one of 22 post-secondary institutions across the country to receive a 2025 Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Scholarship. The funding will support 60-day learning trips to Costa Rica for 24 Canadore students over the next three years.     “This opportunity empowers our students to engage

By Richard Coffin Water rates could rise 3.05 a month for average North Bay customer The city’s $27.5 million water and wastewater budget for 2025 is up for discussion next week.  That includes a proposed increase of 4.99%.   Compared to 2024, it’s up $1.31

SNOW SURVEY READINGS for 2024-2025 Season The snowpack is dense and granular as a result of the recent rain and melt event, reports the North Bay-Mattawa Conservation Authority who measures snow depth and water content as part of its Flood Forecasting and Warning Program. “Average snow depth for all sites

Peacefully passed away surrounded by the love of his family at Nipissing Manor (Corbeil) on Tuesday, December 24, 2024, at the age of 90 years. Rolland was the beloved husband of Donna (nee Soucey) DeForge. He will be lovingly remembered by his family and friends. As per Rolland’s wishes,

Peacefully passed away surrounded by the love of his family, friends and caring staff at Waters Edge Care Community on Tuesday December 31, 2024, at the age of 73 years. Denis was the loving father to Jonathon Bessette (Lindsay), Natasha Williams (Brendan), and Amanda Bessette (Wesley). He was the cherished