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Ontario Government Introduces Motion to See Canada Award Victoria Cross The Victoria Cross is the highest award in the Canadian honours system, awarded for extraordinary valour, self-sacrifice, and extreme devotion to duty. Today, the Ontario Government introduced a motion calling on the Government of Canada to establish an independent military

By Richard Coffin The Nipissing District saw 467 jobs posted in February, a nearly 14% decrease compared to January. Year-over-year, postings were down 4.5%. The Labour Market Group says despite the dip from the start-of-the-year surge, the volume of job postings in the month remained stable over the past

Vic Fedeli, MPP for Nipissing announced that the Ontario government is accepting nominations for the 2026 Ontario Senior of the Year Award. This award recognizes residents aged 65+ who have enriched their communities through volunteerism and social contribution. “Ontario is proud to recognize outstanding seniors for their efforts that enrich

An Alex Povorozniuk goal, 32 seconds into double overtime, gave the Soo Eagles a 4-3 victory over the Powassan Voodoos Tuesday evening in Game 3 of their Northern Ontario Junior Hockey League quarter-final at Pullar Stadium. As a result, Sault Ste. Marie now leads their best-of-seven series 3-0 and will

By Richard Coffin The community is invited to a conversation on the Gift of Life Wednesday night. The community is invited to a conversation on the Gift of Life Wednesday night. Toby and Bernadine Boulet helped launch Green Shirt Day (April 7) in response to the organ donation movement after

1955-2026 Starr passed away peacefully at the North Bay Regional Health Centre on Friday March 20th , 2026 at the age of 70.  She was predeceased by her husband Clarence Takeuchi and her daughter Tonya Tabobondung. She was the loving mother of Sypriss Anderson (Eric Madill) and David Gordon. She is

Proposal would save homebuyers up to $130,000, spurring new home construction and keeping costs down for families The Ontario government is continuing to lower costs and help families realize the dream of homeownership by removing the full 13 per cent of the Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) for eligible buyers

By Richard Coffin White Water Gallery describes the Paddle Project as an event where art makes waves. The artist-created canoe paddle exhibition, which returns this weekend, is the gallery’s major fundraiser. White Water Gallery describes the Paddle Project as an event where art makes waves. The artist-created canoe paddle

By Richard Coffin Ontario’s Lieutenant Governor visited West Nipissing this week. The Honourable Edith Dumont marked Francophonie Month by recognizing the vibrant Francophone community in the area. “The visit aims to deepen ties with communities in Northern Ontario and celebrate the region’s rich francophone heritage and culture,” states

By Richard Coffin Two councillor motions relating to Cassellholme have been defeated. The first called on council to reaffirm Chris Mayne and Mark King as city representatives on the Cassellholme Board and reject the long-term care home board’s request for their replacement. Mayne says they were removed without prior