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It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of Richard James Wardell (February 11, 1957- January 12, 2026) who left us at the age of 68 years after a hard battle with Cancer. Rick’s priority was his family whom he cherished. Rick is survived

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It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved aunt on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at Cassellholme, at the age of 103.  She was predeceased by her parents, Joseph and Cecile, and by her six siblings. She is lovingly remembered by her sister-in-law, Jackie, as

1947 – 2026  Peacefully passed away at the Northern Heights Nursing Home in North Bay on Saturday January 10th, 2026, at the age of 78 years. She is predeceased by her husband Robert (Bob) Leclerc. Louella was the loving mother to Caroline  Leclerc, (Michael Rosseter)  Michael Leclerc, and Nicole Leclerc. She

By Richard Coffin We are expecting to learn more about plans for a new station at the Heritage Railway and Carousel Company. A presentation is coming to council Tuesday night from officials with the waterfront attractions. A council motion is also on the table, to offer a letter in support

By Richard Coffin The city’s budget process is underway. The fiscal plan for 2026 is $178 million, with $119 million from the tax levy. Council heard from staff Monday night that the levy increase over last year now stands at 4.34%, or $4.9 million. STAY INFORMED – Click

Peacefully passed away at the Temiskaming Hospital on January 8, 2026, at the age of 84 years. Pauline was the beloved wife of the late Orval Ross, and the loving father to Debbie Morrow, Rick Ross, and Dale Ross. She was the cherished grandmother to 3 grandchildren, Paula (Justin), Kirsten,

Peacefully passed away surrounded by the love of his family at the West Nipissing General Hospital on Thursday January 8, 2026, at the age of 60 years. Normand was the loving brother to Danielle Prieur (Joseph O’Malley), and Jamai Veaudry. He is predeceased by his parents Leonard Prieur and

1945-2026 It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of  Betty Anne Hutchinson (née Barry) in her 81st year  Betty faced her final year with quiet dignity, strength, and calm as she grew more tired by the day. She left us ever so quietly in the early evening

There are only a few days left to submit your feedback on three conceptual design options for the Downtown Waterfront redevelopment. Share your thoughts through an online survey open until Jan. 14, 2026: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XHBMRK9 Those who complete the full survey can enter a draw to