We’re learning more about some of the events the city has planned for its year-long centennial celebration in 2025. The party starts with the annual Families First New Year’s Eve Celebration at Memorial Gardens, the YMCA and Thomson Park. There are free public skating days in each of
Area employers looking to create summer jobs for youth next year can now apply for federal support. Canada Summer Jobs is accepting applications until 11:59 pm on Dec. 19. Along with the public sector, the program is open to private sector employers with 50 or fewer full-time employees and
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The North Bay Battalion has signed right winger Nick Wellenreiter, a free agent, to a scholarship and development agreement, the Ontario Hockey League club announced Thursday. Wellenreiter, who turned 18 on Feb. 17, has played this season with the Coquitlam Express of the British Columbia Hockey League, which withdrew from
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Cubs solid in home-ice triumph over Voodoos Continuing to impress, the Northern Ontario Junior Hockey League-leading Greater Sudbury Cubs added another win to their totals in downing the Powassan Voodoos 6-2 Thursday at Gerry McCrory Countryside Sports Complex. Greater Sudbury got going early, converting on the night’s initial man
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The popular Christmas Walk and Tree lighting starts at 6pm. Fun for the whole family
The theatre at Canadore College will be decked out in holiday finery this weekend for the 78th Annual Lions Children’s Christmas Telethon. Students in Canadore’s TV Broadcast program will produce the show that will raise money to help families and children in need in communities in the North
Obituaries
Known for his wit and sarcastic sense of humour, Ron loved to joke and entertain others by singing along while he played his guitar. He was passionate about fishing, telling stories and his dog Blackie. Whether it was helping with renovations or just lending an ear, he was a man
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The North Bay Police Service has arrested and charged a 23-year-old female with assault with a weapon. At approximately 7:00 p.m. on November 22, 2024, the accused attended the victim’s residence in North Bay. The victim and accused are known to one another. A verbal altercation ensured
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Battalion set to trek west The North Bay Battalion travels west on Highway 17 to face the Soo Greyhounds for a pair of games this weekend, stretching the Ontario Hockey League team’s run of road dates to four. North Bay, which lost its two games on an eastern swing
Travel is expected to be extremely hazardous Huntsville Baysville Bracebridge - Gravenhurst Please check Environment Canada before travelling south If you are travelling south, please be advised. Multi-day lake effect snow squall event to begin this evening. Locally heavy snowfall with accumulations possibly exceeding 30 cm by Friday night. Peak
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That’s what drivers can expect with Festive RIDE stops in our area. The North Bay Police Service, Ontario Provincial Police, Anishinabek Police Service and Military Police held a joint-forces RIDE stop at Wasi Corners Wednesday to officially launch the campaign. They’re promoting safe driving during the holidays while
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If the recent Festival of Trees, Santa Claus parade or this week’s snowfall haven’t put you in the Christmas spirit yet, a few events this weekend may get you there. The Old-Fashioned Downtown Christmas Walk, which typically draws thousands of people to Main Street, takes place on Friday