Report North Bay Staff

By Richard Coffin We’re one year away from the start of the Special Olympics Ontario Winter Games in North Bay. We’re one year away from the start of the Special Olympics Ontario Winter Games in North Bay. Officials kicked off the countdown to the games, which are being

Shirley passed away peacefully at the North Bay Regional Health Centre on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at the age of 79 surrounded by the love and comfort of her family. A devoted wife to Maurice Byers and a dearly loved mother to Steven (Lianne) the late Ronda and Dennis Byers.

The Nipissing University Black Association for Student Expression (NUBASE) and Lakers Basketball invite the community to the 5th annual With1VoiceNight: Shoot for Change Anti-Racism Game on Friday, January 30, at the R.J. Surtees Athletics Centre against the University of Guelph Gryphons. Created in 2022 by Laker alumnus and NUBASE

By Richard Coffin Project Lifesaver has become a success story on a couple of fronts locally. First, BAYSAR Search and Rescue now has more than 70 clients in the program. That’s almost three times its initial expectation. Port North Bay Fully Furnished Office Space Available for Teams 1 -10

By Richard Coffin A new partnership is being launched to support innovation, entrepreneurship and investment readiness across the region. Northern Ontario Angels and Innovation Initiatives Ontario North (IION) are working together on Venture North Bay Pitch. They say it’s designed to help founders build investment-ready companies and connect with

It is with love and gratitude that we announce the passing of Darwin Willard “Spike” Leach, surrounded by family at his home, on Thursday, January 22, 2026, in his 92nd year. Spike was the loving father of Gary Leach (Lynn), Penny Rhodes (late Rick), Brian Leach (Marianne), and Kelly Mancari

By Richard Coffin Ottawa is increasing the amount of money Canadians will receive through the GST rebate, to help deal with a rise in food prices. Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada’s Groceries and Essentials Benefit will put hundreds of dollars back into the hands of 12 million Canadians.

Port North Bay Opens Second Location Port North Bay has announced a major expansion of its co-working and shared office facilities, adding new flexible workspaces designed for teams of one to ten individuals. The move responds to rising demand from entrepreneurs, professionals and small businesses seeking professional, adaptable fully furnished

The North Bay Police Service (NBPS) has made an arrest and laid multiple charges, including Attempt Murder, after Intimate Partner Violence investigation. On January 25, NBPS Patrol Section responded to a reported assault at a residence in the downtown area of North Bay involving a male accused and a female

By Richard Coffin The Northern Ontario Large Urban Mayors are adding their voices to those calling for an annual provincial investment of $435 million to stabilize homelessness and health systems. They say it would protect the regional economy. The mayors of North Bay, Timmins, Sudbury, Sault Ste. Marie and Thunder