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By Steph Larouche North Bay Jack Garland Airport welcomed WestJet’s inaugural non-stop flight to Calgary on June 19, officially launching the new seasonal service between the two cities. Airport officials say the route is expected to boost tourism, business travel, and economic opportunities across the region, while giving local

By Richard Coffin The Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities continues to call on the province to help communities with the rising costs of policing. President Dave Plourde says they’re looking the government to create a grant to help towns with the impact municipal or OPP costs have on their

By Richard Coffin Hate has no home in Sundridge. That from the village after a recent incident involving hateful and discriminatory graffiti found on public property in a municipal park. Officials say the offensive markings have been removed, but the message behind the vandalism is deeply concerning. Port North Bay

By Richard Coffin PHARA Community Services is helping reduce barriers for individuals becoming Personal Support Workers while encouraging more people to consider careers in health care and community support services. They’ve awarded two PSW Pathway to Success Scholarships.  Matthew Smith and Kiran Kuriakose are the 2026 recipients. Officials say

By Richard Coffin Canada’s biggest Monster Truck tour returns to North Bay this Father’s Day. Monster Spectacular roars into Boart Longyear Memorial Gardens at 3 pm on Sunday. Officials say the action-packed, sports and entertainment spectacle features jaw-dropping stunts, side-by-side racing, high-flying freestyle competitions, and unique wheelie contests.

Passed away peacefully at the North Bay Regional Health Centre on Wednesday June 17, 2026, at the age of 97 years. Betty was the loving wife of Arthur Lalonde, and the loving mother to Terry Lalonde and Shelley Paynter (David). Betty is predeceased by her sister Grace Stevens and brother

The North Bay Police Service (NBPS) has arrested an 18-year-old and 15-year-old after a dangerous driving investigation involving two motorcycles. On June 14, 2026, at approximately 9:30 p.m., the NBPS received multiple reports of two motorcycles being operated in a dangerous manner. The motorcycles were reported to be

The Powassan Voodoos have signed another key player from the Great North U18 AAA champion North Bay U18 AAA Trappers.   The Voodoos are adding forward Scott Szczygiel (pronounced SEA-GULL), the club announced on Thursday.   The 2008 birth year forward was the Trappers' captain and netted 26 goals and 34

By Richard Coffin Les Compagnons des francs loisirs is gearing up its Saint-Jean Festival. Everyone is invited to the Kiwanis Bandshell at the waterfront on Saturday, June 20 (12 pm to 5 pm) as Francophones locally and across the country celebrate their language and traditions. “We now have some large

By Richard Coffin Local youth entrepreneurs will be showcasing their businesses, making connections and offering their wares and services to the community this weekend. The Business Centre’s Annual Youth Business Showcase takes place from 9:30 am to 1:30 pm on Saturday at the North Bay Farmers’ Market.