Report North Bay Staff

An Angel has opened her wings; Julie Francoeur, in her 53rd year passed away peacefully on May 5, 2026 surrounded by her loving family. Born on July 23, 1973 to Dianne and Roger. Julie was a light in the lives of everyone who knew her. Known for her radiant smile

By Richard Coffin Municipal leaders and industry partners are teaming up to call on Queen’s Park and Ottawa to accelerate investment in Highways 11 and 17. Officials say the partnership between the Ontario Trucking Association (OTA), the Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities and the Northwestern Ontario Municipal Association reflects

By Richard Coffin The water may still be a bit chilly, but the freshwater docking system pool at The Cove on Trout Lake returns this week. The city says the C-shaped dock provides a 50-metre swimming area, including 2–4 lanes for swimming and aquatic programs. It was first installed

By Richard Coffin The Compassionate Committee for the Homeless in North Bay is once again putting together backpacks filled with donated essential items, for those in need. Officials will be accepting donated items for the Backpacks of Love Campaign this weekend. They will be at the Pro-Cathedral of the Assumption

The NICU Charity Golf Tournament, presented by North Bay Mazda returns May 31st, is kicking off the golf tournament season at Osprey Links Golf Course. The day features games throughout the course, lunch, chicken parmesan dinner, and a live and silent auction with many great prizes available. Doubling your impact,

The North Bay Police Service (NBPS) is warning residents to be cautious when hiring contractors following reports of construction-related frauds and scams in our community. Scammers may pose as asphalt pavers, roofers, contractors, and home maintenance workers, often going door-to-door or leaving flyers in mailboxes offering “special deals” for cash.

Proposed legislation would help deliver on Ontario’s promise to remove the HST on most new homes in partnership with the federal government  the Ontario government introduced the HST Relief Implementation Act (Residential Property Rebates), 2026 to support the implementation of the province’s 13 per cent HST relief on

Fish for free across Ontario from May 9 to 10 This Mother’s Day weekend, Ontario is offering families a chance to cast a line and enjoy the outdoors together for free. From May 9 to 10, Canadian residents can fish in Ontario without purchasing a licence or Outdoors Card.

By Richard Coffin The North Bay and District Chamber of Commerce is looking for nominees for its annual Evening of Excellence Business Awards. “This is your chance to recognize the businesses, organizations, and professionals making an impact across our community,” states a release. “Whether it’s a standout entrepreneur, a

By Richard Coffin If the lack of snow, ice and cold temperatures wasn’t enough of a reminder, city police say the deadline to remove your studded tires is getting closer. The North Bay Police Service (NBPS) says under the Highway Traffic Act, vehicles registered in Northern Ontario may use