Report North Bay Staff

Peacefully passed away at the North Bay Regional Health Centre on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at the age of 87 years.  Ben was the beloved husband of the late Gaetana (née Ieracitano) Zimbalatti, and the loving father of Joseph Zimbalatti (Tracy) and Fortunata (Tina) Heppenstall (Tom). He was the cherished

Come and celebrate the holiday season and support two local charities.  Get ready to kick off the holiday season with joy, goodwill, and a touch of enchantment at the Festival of Trees and All Things Christmas presented by Nordic Minesteel Technologies. The festival is being hosted at Gateway City Brewery

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Lyall Joseph Fitzsimmons, born on August 9, 1940, who passed away peacefully at Nipissing Serenity Hospice on November 8th, 2025, surrounded by his family.   Lyall was the loving husband of Ann (Doyle), and the beloved father of Patti (Puchala)

1933 - 2025   La famille Ayotte a le regret de vous annoncer le décès de Georgette, survenu le vendredi 7 novembre, 2025, à l’âge de 91 ans.  Épouse bien-aimée de feu Jean Ayotte (2019). Elle laisse dans le deuil ses enfants: Noëlla Duchesne (Daniel), André (Gail), Michel (Carolle), Jacques

Vic Fedeli, MPP for Nipissing announced the Ontario government is investing $38,500 to three arts and culture organizations through the Ontario Arts Council (OAC) project grants. This funding supports good jobs, encourages local artists, and helps community arts and culture organizations thrive.  “Our government understands the important role the

Inaugural Northern Super League Final event in Toronto will attract more than 20,000 people and generate $12 million in economic activity The Ontario government is investing $180,000 to support the growth of women’s sport in the province and help deliver Canada’s first professional women’s soccer

New construction brings 160 modern long-term care beds to the community The Ontario government is celebrating the opening of the new Northern Heights Community long-term care home, adding 160 modern long-term care beds to the community. This project is a recipient of the construction funding subsidy top-up and is part

There’s an unknown tariff impact tied to a contract for new transit buses that’s up for awarding at a special Council meeting on Monday.  A staff report says five buses are approaching their end of life cycle this year, next year and in 2027.    The $6.4 million

Drivers will notice a speed reduction on Lakeshore Drive starting on Wednesday. The city says that’s when all 60 km/h zones will be reduced to 50 km/h on Lakeshore Drive. Officials say it will create one continuous speed limit along the roadway, outside of the Community Safety

With the change in the weather, police are reminding motorists to prepare their vehicles for winter and adjust their driving habits. The North Bay Police Service says along with installing winter tires, don’t forget to remove ice and snow from your windows, mirrors, lights and roof, slow down and