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Watershed Conditions Statement – Flood Outlook for Lake Nipissing Shoreline and Mattawa River downstream of Hurdman Dam Watershed Conditions Statement – Flood Outlook has been issued for the Lake Nipissing Shoreline and Mattawa River downstream of Hurdman Dam and a Flood Warning remains in effect for the North Bay-Mattawa watershed, according to

Flooding on some streets occurred due to a combination of already-elevated water levels from the spring melt and a large amount of rain falling in a very short period. This created a surge of runoff that exceeded the immediate capacity of parts of the stormwater system, leading to temporary flooding

It is with deep sorrow that our family announces the passing of our mother Barbara Ann Craig (nee Hepburn) in North Bay, Ontario on Wednesday March 25, 2026. She was in her 99th year. She was the beloved wife of the late Kenneth (Ken) Craig, and the loving and devoted

Peter Valenti, known to many as Rudy or Pizza has passed away unexpectedly at Health Sciences North in Sudbury on Sunday, April 12, 2026, at the age of 74.  To say Peter was loved feels far too small. He was a presence, larger than life, deeply charismatic, and impossible not

By Richard Coffin Smile Cookies are returning later this month at Tim Hortons and several area groups are benefiting. The chocolate chunk cookies with an icing smile will be available from April 27 to May 3. Restaurants in the city are supporting the North Bay and District Humane Society while

By Richard Coffin A council committee is looking for more information involving a 40-spot day care centre proposal on Gertrude Street. It would see a residence become a full-fledged day nursery only, with no one living there. Staff had recommended the request be denied. STAY INFORMED – Click here to receive

By Richard Coffin A federal petition calling for the government to establish an Independent Military Honours Review Board, and consider awarding the Canadian Victoria Cross, is coming to the floor of the House of Commons. Nipissing-Timiskaming MP Pauline Rochefort (Liberal) is presenting the petition on Wednesday. Valour in the Presence

The clean-up continues after parts of the city were flooded on Tuesday. By Richard Coffin “We talk about the 100 year storms. Well, I think we just witnessed one,” says Mayor Peter Chirico. “Reports from the North Bay-Mattawa Conservation Authority is that’s the highest level that’s ever been

By Brooke Bertrand Stress Awareness Month? In THIS Economy?? Say Less! We are already aware of our stress. Very, extremely, overwhelmingly aware. What we need now is each other.  And the Joy Train. Every April, the wellness industrial complex swings open its arms and declares it Stress Awareness Month. Candles

Lisa O’Kane has been selected as the recipient of the 2026 Al Brennan Memorial Trophy as the Coach of the Year, as chosen by the North Bay Sports Hall of Fame Sports Awards Selection Committee. The Al Brennan Memorial Trophy is an annual award presented by the North Bay