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FedNor is providing $147,000 for two projects that officials say will pave the way for new opportunities for Francophones and West Nipissing area businesses in West Nipissing and surrounding areas.   Marc Serré, Member of Parliament for Nickel Belt, announced the bulk of the money, $97,000 will help the

Conditions are favourable for the development of dangerous thunderstorms that may be capable of producing damaging wind gusts, large hail and heavy rain. Today continuing into the evening: Wind gusts up to 100 km/h, Nickel sized hail, torrential downpours and risk of tornadoes all possible, today continuing into this

The City of North Bay, the North Bay Public Art Advisory Committee (PAAC), and Creative Industries are seeking creative minds to add a splash of artistic flair to future bike lockers that will be located at the Main Transit Terminal and Shabogesic Beach. A total of 5 successful submissions will

The Heritage Railway and Carousel Company is getting ready to celebrate this weekend.   The company’s flag was raised at North Bay City Hall on Monday to kick off preparations for Saturday’s 30th Anniversary celebration at the waterfront attractions.   Past and present volunteers associated with the mini-train and carousels

North Bay - Powassan - Mattawa Periods of heavy rain and thunderstorms will bring significant rainfall today. Total local rainfall amounts of 50 to 75 mm with locally higher amounts possible. Rainfall rates of 30 to 40 mm per hour possible. Beginning this morning continuing into tonight. Multiple rounds of

The Ontario government is investing $6.9 million in the District of Nipissing Social Services Administration Board (DNSSAB), representing a 2 per cent increase in funding, to connect people to emergency care faster and increase the availability of ambulances.  “As a government, we recognize the unique challenges that the Nipissing

September 12, 1943 – August 22, 2024 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Rene Turgeon, loving husband and best friend of Susan (nee Young), father of Dean (Deb), pre-deceased by his daughter and his parents. He will be greatly missed by his family and many friends.

Lorraine passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, at the North Bay Regional Health Centre on August 26th, 2024 at the age of 77 years.   She is survived by her only child Scott Carr (Cindy); her two grandchildren Stephanie Barnhardt (Dakota) and Michael Carr (Katie); and her four beautiful great

MPP Vic Fedeli is once again encouraging the nominations of deserving seniors in Nipissing for the Ontario Senior Achievement Award. This award recognizes seniors for their significant contributions to their communities. Deadline for nominations is October 1st, 2024. You can submit a nomination online by registering through the Ontario Honours

The North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit (Health Unit) is reminding residents to take precautions against West Nile Virus (WNV) after a positive case was confirmed in a Broad-Winged Hawk on Friday, Aug. 23, 2024. The Canadian Wildlife Health Cooperative (CWHC) reported the positive case in the hawk collected