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New funding helping ensure First Nation Public Libraries can continue to offer high-quality programs and services  The Ontario government is investing $40,344 to the Nipissing First Nation Public Library to ensure continued delivery of in-demand resources, services and programming to the community.  “First Nations public libraries are vital community

The Greater Sudbury Cubs let a lead getaway late before rebounding in overtime to hold off the Powassan Voodoos 4-3 Wednesday in the finale of Northern Ontario Junior Hockey League Showcase at Gerry McCrory Countryside Sports Complex. Notching the night’s initial tally, Greater Sudbury’s Ryan Rubic spun out

We’re into day three of Country 90.5 FM morning host Kevin Oschefski’s walk for the cure.  He’s completed 76 km so far as he walks and runs the 129 km from the Northeast Cancer Centre in Sudbury to the downtown North Bay CIBC branch over the

After a lengthy illness it is with great sorrow we announce the passing of Sandra Gail (née Mathers), formerly of Callander, at the North Bay Regional Health Centre with her family by her side on Monday, September 30th, 2024. She was in her 82nd year. Dearly beloved wife of the

The North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit is gearing up to protect residents against the flu and COVID-19 as we enter another respiratory season. Starting mid-October, the Health Unit will offer both vaccines to high-risk individuals, with availability opening to the general population in November. Individuals can also receive

Update: Highway 11N reopened following collision this afternoon Ontario 511 is reporting that HWY 11 in both directions closed between North Bay and Latchford. No details at this time but it appears to have happened around 10:24 this morning Collision on HWY 11 Both Directions between Thibeault Hill, North

Funding will help create jobs and support economic growth Vic Fedeli, MPP for Nipissing announced that the Ontario government is investing over $6.5 million to help renew and rehabilitate critical infrastructure in Nipissing. The funding will be delivered in 2025 through the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund (OCIF) and is

The city will be exploring the development of a freshwater pool, with staff directed to report back to council during the upcoming budget deliberations.    This after a recent a public presentation brought the idea to council.    Chair of Community Services Councillor Justine Mallah put forward the motion, which was approved.

A local non-profit housing and independent living organization is shining a spotlight on frontline workers and volunteers for supporting the well-being of some of society’s most vulnerable members, including seniors.   PHARA is marking Community Support Month.   “It is important to recognize the wonderful individuals that are providing essential home

A 50-lot housing development in the north end of the city that has been in the planning stages for over 30 years is moving forward.   A council committee has approved a rezoning request and plan of subdivision, which will now go to council.   49 of the lots in the Larocque