Several area groups are benefiting from Lottery Cash Calendars sold by the local Knights of Columbus. Donations this year totaled $10,600. Officials say cheques have been presented to The Gathering Place, Nipissing Serenity Hospice, the North Bay Food Bank, the Capitol Centre and more. Knights of Columbus Council 12030
At its organizational meeting held on Tuesday November 26, the Nipissing-Parry Sound Catholic District School Board (NPSC) appointed by acclamation Shawn Fitzsimmons as Chair and Jacques Bégin as Vice-Chair. This marks the second consecutive year for both trustees in these roles, providing for continuity in leadership for the Board. Shawn
Indigenous Hub to Receive $1.3 Million Model of Care Innovation Fund championing local innovation Vic Fedeli, MPP for Nipissing announced that the Ontario government is connecting more people to faster, more convenient care in Nipissing by investing $1,312,850 through the Models of Care Innovation Fund to support
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Health Minister says travel grant changes start Dec. 1 Promised changes to the Northern Health Travel Grant are about to come into effect. In the Legislature on Tuesday, Health Minister Sylvia Jones reiterated the province’s three-year, $48 million funding announcement from earlier this year, with program expansions and improvements
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A local high school educator Terry Dubroy is launching his new book on Friday. Terry Dubroy, who is also the CEO of a North Bay-based personal and professional development organization, authored Transformative Education: Nurturing Minds with Insightful Teaching. He says it’s the culmination of years of reflection on his
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It is with great sadness that we must announce the passing of our Father, Ken Sullivan at the Cassellholme retirement home on Saturday, November 16th 2024 Ken was the beloved husband of Hilda Sullivan (née James), and father to Wayne, Allan and Colleen, and Papa to Wilson and Dillon. Ken
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Three Arrested on Drug Charges, $281,000 in Illegal Drugs Seized At approximately 11:00 p.m. on November 19, 2024, members of the North Bay Police Service attended a residence in North Bay, in response to reports of a physical altercation and disturbance occurring at the location. Upon entering
Council has given the green light to the Road Safety Strategy. Councillor Lana Mitchell, chair of Infrastructure and Operations says it’s an evolving document that is all about improving safety. “It allows us to move forward to plan, evaluate and implement strategies that will strengthen the safety of our
As of Thursday (Nov. 28), the North Bay Regional Health Centre (NBRHC) will require everyone to mask up in all patient care designated areas. That includes all in-patient units where care takes place, and all out-patient clinics, waiting areas and the Emergency Department. Officials say the decision was made based
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Break & Enter Investigation. At this time, no suspect descriptions are available for release. The North Bay Police Service is appealing to the public for information regarding an ongoing investigation into a November 20 break and enter on Pearce Street, North Bay. The North Bay Police Service is currently investigating
$100 million increase will support 390 municipalities across the province As part of the provincial government’s historic increase to financial support for Ontario municipalities, the province is increasing the Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund (OMPF) by $100 million over two years, bringing the total funding envelope to $600 million by
Proposals would create new parental leave to include adoption and surrogacy, create job-protected leave for serious illnesses and require properly fitting PPE for women in all trades sectors The Ontario government will soon introduce legislation that, if passed, will support families and help more women enter and remain in the