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June 13, 66 boats. One historical river. A celebration 48 years in the making. North Bay-Mattawa Conservation Authority (NBMCA) is thrilled to welcome paddlers and spectators to the 48th Mattawa River Canoe Race presented by Susan Weiskopg, IG Wealth Management on Saturday, June 13. This event brings competitors from across

By Richard Coffin Hundreds of students crossed the stage and graduated from Canadore College this spring. The post-secondary school wrapped up Spring Convocation celebrations on Friday, with Dr. Sandra Efu also formally installed as Canadore’s eighth President and CEO. “Convocation is a celebration of perseverance, achievement, and new beginnings,

James Albert "Jim" Mason passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 7, in North Bay, Ontario, and is now reunited with his beloved wife, Marg Mason, who predeceased him in 2019, after 44 years of marriage. Born on June 20, 1935, in Thornton, Ontario, Jim was the son of

By Richard Coffin The North Bay & District Chamber of Commerce is gathering input on a variety of issues. They’ve set up three surveys for members. One involves the Oct. 26 municipal election. Port North Bay - Fully Furnished affordable modern Office Suites Available The chamber is looking to

By Richard Coffin We’re only days away from the start of the Summer Concert Series at the waterfront in North Bay.    The first of the Wednesday evening concerts takes to the stage at the Kiwanis Bandshell next week.   Other than Canada Day, which has its own special programming, each

By Richard Coffin Council could be giving some city staff delegation of authority to pass minor zoning by-laws. The recommendation is slated to be voted on at Tuesday’s meeting. It falls under the city’s housing action plan, with officials saying the goal is to improve efficiency and timelines

The North Bay Police Service (NBPS) has arrested two individuals following a robbery investigation at a Lakeshore Drive retailer. On April 5, 2026, at approximately 8:00 p.m., the Patrol Section responded to a robbery at a retailer in the 500 block of Lakeshore Drive. The investigation determined that

By Richard Coffin A reworked motion to look at remuneration for mayor and council members is coming to next week’s meeting. The original motion put forward, and then withdrawn a couple of weeks ago, wanted council to vote on giving the next mayor a 35% increase to $115,000

By Richard Coffin Nearly 140 ball hockey games are lined up for Callander’s Bill Barber Complex on Friday and Saturday. But officials with the fifth annual NoahStrong Day tournament say it’s about more than hockey. They say the event is about bringing people together, creating lasting memories, and

By Richard Coffin OUTLoud North Bay is hosting its 5th annual Pride in the Park event this weekend. It takes place on Saturday at the Kiwanis Bandshell. Officials say this is their biggest fundraiser of the year, with the goal of $35,000 to help support operating costs. Port North