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January 14, 1961 – September 20, 2025 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Michael Dumont, who died unexpectedly in his sleep on September 20, 2025, at his home in Mattawa, Ontario. Michael was born on January 14, 1961, to Ernestine and Conrad Dumont, both predeceased, along

Ken passed suddenly and unexpectedly at the North Bay Regional Health Centre on Friday, September 19, 2025, with family by his side at the age of 78. Ken was a loving partner, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. Left to celebrate his life and recall fond memories of his infectious

The North Bay Police Service (NBPS) has identified and charged a local man responsible for multiple incidents of vandalism in the downtown core. The accused, Anthony Straiton, 43-year-old, male, of North Bay, has been charged with the following offences: * One Count of Mischief Under $5,000 (The Corporation of the

Next call for proposals open as part of plan to connect every person in the province to convenient primary care by 2029 The Ontario government launched the next call for proposals to create and expand approximately 75 primary care teams that will connect 500,000 more people to a primary

The initial list of the Canadian Junior Hockey League (CJHL) Top 20 Rankings – Fuelled by Gatorade, for the 2025-26 season will be announced on Monday, September 29. Each of the nine member leagues that comprise the CJHL are all now in the initial stages of their respective regular seasons and

Nipissing University honoured five distinguished alumni during its annual Alumni Awards ceremony held at the Grande Event Centre in North Bay. Hosted by the Nipissing University Alumni Advisory Board (NUAAB), this celebration recognizes the exceptional achievements of alumni who have made significant contributions to their professions, communities, and the University.

Over $6.1 million in provincial funding is on its way to eleven municipalities in Nipissing. MPP Vic Fedeli announced the 2026 Ontario Community Infrastructure Funding (OCIF) is to help municipalities across the riding renew and rehabilitate critical infrastructure. North Bay receives the most funding, at $4.8 million. Stay

Two northern municipal groups are warning Canada’s national housing strategy will be derailed without immediate federal action to safeguard Northern Ontario’s forestry sector. The Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM) and the Northwestern Ontario Municipal Association (NOMA) have written a joint letter to Prime Minister Mark Carney saying

North Bay Fire & Emergency Services is reminding residents about the dangers of leaving household appliances running while unattended. This after two recent fires locally. Officials say both incidents involved oscillating fans that had been left on when the residents were not home. Stay Informed - Subscribe for Free – Click

A number of area schools, including Chippewa Secondary, are taking part in Terry Fox Runs. Chippewa’s 21st annual event takes place at 11 am on Tuesday, Sept. 23. Officials say before the run, there will be a pep rally featuring teacher motivational challenges, including pies in face, beard shaving