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More than 50 years after partial human remains were discovered north of North Bay, the North Bay Police Service (NBPS) has identified the individual as Claude Hamilton Brownscombe through the use of Investigative Genetic Genealogy (IGG), bringing resolution to a decades-old investigation. The identification marks the conclusion of an investigation

It is with sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved Granny, Shirley Perrin, who passed away surrounded by the love of her family at the age of 88. She was predeceased by her loving husband, David, and her son, Michael. She is lovingly remembered by her children,

By Richard Coffin Get ready for the roar of the engines at the Anderson Event Park, near Mattawa The Thunder Valley Truck Rodeo takes place Friday through Sunday. Jess Knowlton, event coordinator, says the uphill semi races are the main draw. Port North Bay - Fully Furnished affordable modern Office

By Richard Coffin Youth hockey is headed to the big leagues when it comes to analytics, and some area teams may be able to tap into a new platform coming this fall. LiveBarn Analytics has partnered with Sportlogiq to introduce advanced hockey insights and video, offering parents individualized game highlights

By Richard Coffin Hot Summer Nights is back at the North Bay waterfront this Civic Holiday weekend. Along with live music, there’s a family-friendly Movie in the Park also lined up. This year’s event includes tribute acts to ZZ Top on Friday night and The Chicks on Saturday,

By Richard Coffin WestJet says it has responded to a 72-hour strike notice from the union that represents its cabin crew by issuing a lockout notice. The airline says the notices do not immediately impact operations or mean a labour disruption will take place. Officials say the two sides are

By Richard Coffin Monday night’s downpour has prompted a water safety statement from the North Bay-Mattawa Conservation Authority (NBMCA). “Thunderstorms on July 27, produced 40 to 60 mm of rainfall across portions of the North Bay-Mattawa watershed,” says Githan Kattera, NBMCA Flood Duty Officer. “As a result, water levels

By Richard Coffin A collision knocked out power for some West Ferris area residents just after 8 am Wednesday. North Bay Hydro reported wires down from a crash on Lee Avenue, initially causing an outage from Gertrude Street to Stanley. After the utility says some isolating and switching to re-energize

By Richard Coffin A 38-year-old Mattawa resident is facing several charges after the OPP says an ATV failed to stop for a RIDE program in the town. Provincial police say the incident happened Friday at 6:30 pm on Second Street in Mattawa. The ATV and driver were located a

By Richard Coffin The North Bay Police Service is getting set to update a historic 1975 human remains investigation. Officials say Investigative Genetic Genealogy was successfully used to identify the individual after more than 50 years. Further details will be announced on Thursday. STAY INFORMED – Receive news to your inbox.