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By Richard Coffin Current councillor Jamie Lowery has filed his nomination papers to seek the city’s top job. He joins Connor Currie who filed in May Four people are seeking councillor spots so far. Nominations close Aug. 21.  Election Day is Monday, Oct. 26. Richard Coffinhttps://www.mynorthbaynow.com/

Catherine "Cathy" Benoit (née Rinneard) passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family, on Sunday, July 12, 2026. Catherine is lovingly remembered by her husband, Richard Benoit, and her children: Todd (Lianne), Nicholas, Shantelle (Max), Rick (Payton), and Rebecca. Her greatest joy in life was being

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Harold Allan Hammerstrom, who passed away on July 8, 2026, at the age of 86. Hal was born on June 6, 1940, in South Porcupine, Ontario. Throughout his life, he was devoted to his family and will be remembered

By Richard Coffin The North Bay Police Service is issuing a hot weather reminder for pet owners. Officials say with more hot weather ahead and recent calls about pets left in cars, they’re reminding people about the dangers of leaving animals unattended in vehicles. They say even with the

By Richard Coffin Another rideshare company is coming to the city. Uber says it has officially received provincial approval to operate under Ontario’s new rideshare pilot framework across the region. “This announcement brings us one step closer to bringing rideshare across Northeastern Ontario,” states a release. Port North Bay

By Richard Coffin Ontario Northland says it’s committed to providing a safe and secure travel experience for all passengers. To that end, they’re implementing enhanced boarding measures. “All passengers will now be required to present a valid ID displaying a name that matches their ticket in order to

As the City of North Bay continues its massive investment into revitalizing the downtown commercial district, local entrepreneurs are finding powerful new ways to establish a premium corporate presence. Leading the charge is Port North Bay, whose newly expanded virtual office packages are helping modern businesses project elite credibility while

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our dad, Joseph Arbour, who left us on July 10, 2026, at the age of 95.  He was predeceased by his wife Madeleine (Dessureault) his daughter (Diane), his parents Edmond and Anna Arbour (Cloutier)his sisters Rita, Marie, Julie, his brothers John,

By Richard Coffin In six months it’ll be the snow and cold, but for now we’re dealing with the heat and humidity. Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for the North Bay area, with a heat event beginning today (Monday, July 13). The weather agency says we

By Richard Coffin A culinary experience with at least a dozen area restaurants and food vendors returns to Leisure Farms this summer. Feast on the Farm is taking place on Aug. 9. Officials say the 19-plus event features locally grown food, music, and fun. Port North Bay - Fully Furnished