Report North Bay Staff

By Richard Coffin Kids in the hospital for extended stays will soon have their own virtual dance space, thanks in part to a North Bay-based Extended Reality (XR) Lab and animation studio. Charitable organization Be Earth Foundation first envisioned the project, with North Bay’s ABoot Studios working with Brock

By Richard Coffin The first-ever Robinson Huron Treaty Youth Advisory has been formed and two members represent Nipissing First Nation. Officials with Robinson Huron Waawiindamaagewin (RHW) say it’s a historic step in strengthening youth leadership and engagement. They add the advisory will champion the voices and priorities of Anishinaabek

By Richard Coffin Magnetawan is getting a new state-of-the-art fire hall. The Ontario government is investing $1.25 million, through the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC), to help the local municipality build a new fire station. According to provincial officials, the Magnetawan Fire Department’s existing workspace was small

By Richard Coffin A 28-year-old from Oakville and a Brampton-based company are facing charges after the North Bay OPP stopped a commercial motor vehicle last Thursday night. STAY INFORMED – Click here to receive the latest news right to your inbox. This is a free service    Ontario Provincial police say they

By Richard Coffin It’s been 15 years since Luke Joly-Durocher was last seen at the corner of Main and Wyld Streets in North Bay. That was 11:55 pm on March 4, 2011.  Three days later, the then 20-year-old from Témiscaming, Québec was reported missing. Police say Luke had

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Robert Peter Taylor, affectionately known as Bob, who passed away peacefully to be with Jesus Sunday March 1st 2026. Bob's life was a testament to his unwavering faith and love for his family. Born November 28, 1947

Youth Summer Camps Nipissing University Extended Learning and Lakers Athletics is pleased to announce that registration is now open for 2026 Youth Summer Camps. Since the summer of 2022, these camps have offered hands-on engaging activities for youth that spark curiosity, inspire creativity, and form friendships. “Each year we look

March marks HPV Awareness Month, a time to highlight the important benefits of the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine—the only vaccine proven to help prevent several types of cancer. HPV is extremely common, with up to 75 per cent of Canadians likely to contract it at some point in their

SNOW SURVEY READINGS for 2025-2026 Season Snow survey measurements show a snow depth increase of 2.7 cm, and snow water equivalence increase of 47.3 mm from the last survey on February 17, reports the North Bay-Mattawa Conservation Authority (NBMCA) who measures snow depth and water content as part

The City of North Bay is offering a week of free activities for residents of all ages during March Break. STAY INFORMED – Click here to receive the latest news right to your inbox. This is a free service  Monday, March 16 – Hot Cocoa & Crafts 1 to 3 p.m.