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By Richard Coffin The Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) is updating flood warnings around the region.    They continue, and have been extended, for the Lake Nipissing Shoreline and along the Upper Ottawa River, between Lake Timiskaming and the east boundary of Papineau-Cameron Township, including the Town of Mattawa.    A new

By Richard Coffin Chippewa Secondary School has once again placed in the top 25 fundraising high schools in Ontario for the Terry Fox Run. Officials say the school raised $11,572 to earn 22nd place.  This is the third consecutive year that Chippewa has been recognized for the honour. Port

By Richard Coffin For the first time in ten years, a national walk is returning to North Bay. Officials say the Steps for Life walk, taking place Sunday at the waterfront, creates hope and healing for people affected by workplace tragedies, and it helps to build safer and healthier workplaces.

Provincial funding will help protect and commercialize made-in-Ontario discoveries at colleges, universities and research institutions  The Ontario government is protecting the province’s homegrown research and innovation by investing up to $8 million through Intellectual Property Ontario (IPON) to expand intellectual property supports for publicly assisted colleges, universities and research

By Richard Coffin Sandbag stations remain available this week due to ongoing flood potential along the Lake Nipissing shoreline. The city says due to a decrease in demand, staffing at locations at Champlain and Sunset parks is being reduced, though pre-filled sandbags will continue to be available at both sites

By Richard Coffin The North Bay OPP has laid eight stunt driving charges in the last week (Apr. 24-28). Since last Friday, eight vehicles travelling at excessive speeds on Highways 11 and 17 were stopped in North Bay and the surrounding area. Police say that includes one vehicle clocked going

By Richard Coffin The Ontario Provincial Police says no charges are being laid after wrapping up its investigation into the mayor’s credit card expenses. The full statement is below: “The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) appreciates the public interest in this matter, particularly as it concerns allegations against a public,

Peacefully passed at Eastholme (Powassan) on Monday April 27, 2026, at the age of 86 years. Morris was the beloved husband of Shirley Jamieson, and the loving father to Tim Jamieson, Randy Jamieson, and Brenda Ouellette. He was the cherished grandfather to Tara, Jordan, Trista, Tara, Nick, and Stephen, and

Register today for a free DIY Tie Dye program happening next week! On Tuesday, May 5, youth and their families are invited to join us at Caldwell-Ellam Community Centre between 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Bring your own t-shirt, hat, socks, etc. to tie dye (colours and

Investment will celebrate Canadian culture, create jobs and boost local tourism across the province The Ontario government is protecting Canadian culture and identity by investing over $20 million to support nearly 400 festivals and events across the province this year. The funding, made through Experience Ontario 2026, will help boost