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Mutual recognition of goods and services will reduce costly trade barriers and build a more competitive and self-reliant economy  As part of the government’s plan to protect Ontario and unleash its full economic potential, the province is taking the next steps to implement mutual recognition of goods and services

By Brooke Bertrand, MA, RP The Weight of Grief in Reflective Seasons: What We Gain When We Talk About Loss In reflective seasons, such as the end of the year, loss can feel heavier, closer, sharper, unavoidable. Grief can feel like a lonely experience and yet grief and loss is

The North Bay Police Service (NBPS) conducted a two-night traffic enforcement initiative on Lakeshore Drive, focusing on speeding following the recent reduction of the posted speed limit to 50 km/h. The goal of the initiative was to reinforce driver awareness of the new speed limit and to address ongoing

Passed away at his home on Thursday December 11, 2025, at the age of 72 years. Kenneth was the loving father to Donna Cape (Mike), Larry Cape (Jennifer), and Kenny Wiesedeppe (Beth). He was the cherished grandfather to Amelia, Madilyn, JP, Miguel, Zach, and Roxanne. He will be lovingly remembered

Level 1 Condition Issued for the North Bay – Mattawa Watershed A Low Water Advisory for Level 1 Conditions has been issued for the North Bay-Mattawa watershed, according to the North Bay-Mattawa Conservation Authority (NBMCA). This is downgrading the confirmed Level 2 Condition that was issued in October. "Streamflow across

The Northern Ontario Junior Hockey League (NOJHL) announced Monday that forward Chase Thompson (Hearst Lumberjacks); defenceman Dylan Rousselle (Powassan Voodoos) and goaltender Michael Tamburro (Iroquois Falls Storm) have been named its Rogers 3 Stars of the Week for the period ending December 14. Chase Thompson, (F) Hearst Lumberjacks – In a

Nick Wellenreiter scored an empty-net goal and added two assists as the North Bay Battalion skated to a 7-3 conquest of the Niagara IceDogs in an Ontario Hockey League game Sunday. Ethan Procyszyn, Parker Vaughan and Ryder Carey each contributed one goal and one assist, and Kaden Pitre, Lirim Amidovski

Continuing their current winning ways, the Powassan collected their sixth straight Northern Ontario Junior Hockey League triumph Saturday as the dropped the Soo Thunderbirds 4-2 at the Powassan Sportsplex. A solid start saw the Voodoos skate out to an early lead before the game was six minutes old. Anthony Boyes

By Richard Coffin Nipissing West OPP says it has determined there was no foul play after a death at a Michaud Street nursing home in Sturgeon Falls. This after Ontario Provincial Police completed an investigation that began at 10 pm on Sept. 23. Police were contacted after an 85-year-old person

By Richard Coffin Mattawa Voyageur Days is coming back in July 2026. It’ll be the 27th festival. A few details on the lineup were announced on the weekend on social media. STAY INFORMED – Click here to receive the latest news right to your inbox. This is a free service