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Most government offices will be closed for Monday's Civic Holiday.  That includes North Bay City Hall.    The city says transit buses will not be running on Monday and the Merrick Landfill will be closed.  Curbside pick-up of garbage and recycling is also delayed by one day next week.

A dozen shows are lined up for the ON THE EDGE Fringe Festival coming up in a couple of weeks. The festival, now in its 11th year, will run Aug. 14-18.   Along with the Capitol Centre, events and activities are taking place in local restaurants and public spaces throughout the

The City of North Bay is advising the public that sidewalk replacement work will be taking place on Wyld Street between Oak and McIntyre Streets starting Tuesday, August 6th. Weather permitting, all work is expected to be completed by the end of the day on Friday, Aug. 9. Asphalt restoration

The Powassan Voodoos have named defenceman Jackson Smith the Voodoos new captain for the upcoming 2024-24 season. Smith, a 20-year-old Calgary, Alberta product joined the Voodoos in early 2024 after starting the season with the Camrose Kodiaks of the AJHL.  In 17 regular season games, Smith netted 1 goal and

The cause of Monday evening’s house fire on the 1000 block of Main Street West is being attributed to improper disposal of smoking material.   That from Fire Chief Jason Whiteley who says damage is estimated at $500,000.   He adds one firefighter was taken to hospital as a precaution

The North Bay Police Service laid 38 charges as part of an enhanced traffic enforcement initiative. On July 30, 2024, the North Bay Police Service conducted an enhanced traffic enforcement initiative, which resulted in 38 charges being laid. The enforcement initiative focused on areas of the city where police have

With the temporary closure last month, The Heritage Railway and Carousel Company had to reschedule their planned 30th Anniversary Celebrations and today the 30th Anniversary Committee have announced a new date of Saturday, August 31st from 10 am to 6 pm.  "We are excited to welcome local and out-of-town

December 6, 1940 - July 29, 2024  Jolene went to be with her Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, on July 29, 2024.   Jolene, mother, mother-in-law, sister, and grandmother, passed away at North Bay Regional Health Centre at the age of 83 after a courageous battle with Cancer and Alzheimer’s.

A heat event is expected to continue through Friday. A hot and humid airmass is over northern Ontario. Maximum daytime temperatures of 29 to 31 degrees Celsius are expected, with humidex values of 36 to 38. Overnight minimum temperatures will be 17 to 19 degrees Celsius. A cooler airmass may

The North Bay Police Service is warning the public about several reported of rental frauds and providing tips to protect yourself against these scams. The North Bay Police Service is warning the public to be aware of rental frauds. Throughout the months of June and July 2024, the North Bay