Report North Bay Staff

By Richard Coffin If the lack of snow, ice and cold temperatures wasn’t enough of a reminder, city police say the deadline to remove your studded tires is getting closer. The North Bay Police Service (NBPS) says under the Highway Traffic Act, vehicles registered in Northern Ontario may use

By Richard Coffin Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding is Saturday at 4 pm and you’re invited. The Gateway Theatre Guild is presenting the immersive comedy dinner theatre event at the Davedi Club. The evening includes a full catered dinner, dancing and live music, interactive theatre where you’re a

By Richard Coffin The first council candidate in North Bay has thrown their hat in the ring. Darryl Skinner is seeking one of ten councillor seats at the table. Nominations opened last Friday. Port North Bay - Fully Furnished affordable modern Office Suites Available As of early Wednesday morning, there

Lois Ann Keenan (née Richardson), 83, of North Bay, Ontario, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2026, surrounded by her loving family at the North Bay Regional Health Centre. Lois was born in Sault Ste. Marie and spent her early years in Thessalon before her family settled in North Bay.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Marie Germaine Rheault (née Groulx) at Au Château in Sturgeon Falls, with her loving family by her side, on May 4th, 2026 at the age of 88 years. Marie was predeceased by her beloved husband, Laurent Rheault. She

By Richard Coffin It’s McHappy Day (Wednesday, May 6) and three charitable groups are benefiting in our area. A portion of sales at McDonald’s restaurants in North Bay and Sturgeon Falls supports Youth Mental Health at the North Bay Regional Health Centre, One Kids Place, and Ronald McDonald

Drug-related overdose activity has surpassed levels seen during the COVID‑19 pandemic, with 42 opioid-related overdoses reported to the North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit (Health Unit) over the course of April 2026, compared to 38 in September 2020. Of the 42 overdoses, four resulted in death. This is

BOART LONGYEAR MEMORIAL GARDENS THURS. NOVEMBER 19TH, 2026 Canada’s most celebrated artists Dean Brody and The Reklaws are joining forces this fall for their co-headlining Hometown Heroes National Tour. The tour will bring the two chart-topping acts to stages across the country, delivering a must-see live experience packed with

By Brad Aubin The Municipality of West Nipissing says the redevelopment project at the Goulard Park Baseball Fields is currently underway. Fencing is in place, and officials say with the fields now being an active construction zone, access will be prohibited for safety reasons. Last May, the town was announced

Mental Health Week is May 4 to 8 in North Bay. The flag raising at City Hall’s Leger Square recognized and officially kicked off the Mental Health Weekweek and this year’s theme of connection — highlighting the importance of reaching out, supporting one another, and prioritizing mental well-being. Explore