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Snowmobilers reminded to stay off private property All of the recent snow may be a welcome sight to snowmobilers, but at least one area club is reminding enthusiasts to respect private property.   The West Nipissing Snowmobile Club (WNSC) says a landowner in Lavigne is threatening to close a trail because

By Richard Coffin Area residents will be able to check out fireworks at a couple of upcoming events. Council approved the pyrotechnic displays during Tuesday’s meeting. Next Thursday (Dec. 19), Canadore’s display is part of the college’s Christmas celebration, at the College Drive Campus. There will also

By Richard Coffin Honouring those who ‘cultivate a culture of peace" Rotary4Kids chair Jeff Hobbs and The Joy Project are this year’s YMCA Peace Medal winners.   Officials say Hobbs is an active volunteer, including at the Y, that inspires and encourages others to get involved to help build

Passed away peacefully on Monday, December 9th, 2024, at the Algonquin Nursing Home surrounded by her family. She was 84 years old.  She was the beloved wife of O'Neil (predeceased in 2013). Loving Mother of Paul (Lucie), Omer, Maurice (Wendy) and Lyse Dumont (Francis) all of Mattawa.  She

North Bay Police Arrest Brandon ROY on Canada-wide Warrant The North Bay Police Service has arrested 30-year-old Brandon ROY, who was wanted on a Canada-wide warrant. On December 6, 2024, while conducting a foot patrol of North Bay’s downtown core, a member of the North Bay Police Service located

In Loving Memory of Gordon Gerard Carey (1945–2024)  It is with profound sadness that the family of Gordon Gerard Carey announces his passing at Health Sciences North in Sudbury, Ontario on Sunday, December 8, 2024.  Beloved husband of Patricia Agnes Carey, Gord was the loving father of Paul (Carolyn)

With Christmas fast approaching, The Salvation Army North Bay says they’re only a quarter of the way towards their fundraising goal.   Major Stephanie Watkinson, Corps Officer, says $62,000 has been raised so far through their kettle campaign.   The goal is $250,000.   “These funds are used in North

Local military members are checking their lists twice as they get ready to monitor Santa’s trek across Canada on Christmas Eve.   Every year, 21 Aerospace Control and Warning Squadron detects, identifies, and escorts the jolly elf on his festive journey.    Cpl. Colby Ramson says it’s part of what

Supporters of Sweetmans Gardens are looking to the city to protect the ‘community gem’ near McIntyre Street West and Cormack Steet.    Liza Vandermeer confirms Tuesday night’s presentation to council was in response to recent brush and tree clearing adjacent to the gardens.    “It is, but I’d like to

Part of North Bay’s new community and recreation centre could soon have a name attached to it.   Mayor Peter Chirico announced at Tuesday night’s council meeting he intends to bring forward a motion at the next meeting.   “That council consider a possible naming of the new community and