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By Richard Coffin The Bears Musical Theatre Program is bringing the ABBA-filled musical Momma Mia! to life later this week.   Friday’s show is sold out with officials saying a limited number of tickets are still available for Thursday and Saturday.   All shows start at 7 pm in the Bishop

By Richard Coffin Three student athletes from Nipissing University are representing Canada at the FISU World University Games in Torino, Italy. Canada’s women’s hockey team, including Lakers’ forwards Madison Desmarais and Malory Dominico, are back on the ice Wednesday. They face off again Slovakia to wrap up Group

By Richard Coffin The North Bay detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police is investigating a fatal collision on Highway 63 near Highway 533. Emergency crews responded at about 8 o’clock Monday morning. The OPP says the crash involved a commercial motor vehicle and a passenger vehicle, with two people

A Special Committee Meeting will be held on Tuesday at 5 p.m. at City Hall. The meeting will include public discussions on proposed user fees for the Merrick Landfill and Bourke Street Pickleball Courts as well as the 2025 Preliminary Water and Wastewater Calculated Rates. 0:00 /0:30

Passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Monday January 13th, 2025 at the age of 87. Loving father of Nicole Pulyk (Mark), Denis, Julie Poitras (Yves Pelchat), Carol Poitras (Jason Gale), Sylvie Poitras (Paul Bazinet). He was the beloved grandfather of numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. Victor

July 20, 1944 - January 9, 2025  With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Joyce (Jocelyn) Wilkinson, who left us on January 9th, 2025, at the age of 80.  Leaving behind a legacy of love that touched four generations of family. Joyce found her soulmate in Kenneth Wilkinson,

1950-2024  It is with profound sadness that the family announces the passing of Rita Costello (née Bouffard), who was born on February 27, 1950, in Cache Bay, Ontario, to the late Corona (née Lachance) and Hector Bouffard. Rita peacefully departed this life at the North Bay Regional Health Centre on

May 1, 1936 - January 9, 2025 It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of George (Elmer) Wigelius. He left us peacefully on January 9th, 2025, in his 89th year.   He was a man of immense humour and wisdom, cherishing every moment spent with loved ones.  Elmer

By Richard Coffin Monday, Jan. 13th, 2025 If you know of a local athlete or team that deserves recognition, the North Bay Sports Hall of Fame wants to hear from you.    Officials are looking to honour sports achievements in 2024.     Recipients will be selected by the NBSHF Sports Awards Committee

By Richard Coffin Monday, Jan. 13th, 2025 Welcome to high school events are being held around the area starting this week.   Future grade 9 students can tour various schools, meet with staff, learn about arts, athletics, high skills major programs and more.   * West Ferris Secondary School: Jan. 14 from 5: