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The family announces with sorrow the passing of John Stewart Staines, at the age of 91, on December 6, 2025, at Northern Heights Community, after a long illness. He leaves behind his loving and devoted wife of 63 years Ann (nee O’Shaughnessy). He was the cherished father of David

The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) North Bay and District says the holiday season can be especially challenging for people experiencing estrangement. By Richard Coffin Officials say the complex social phenomenon involves intentional distancing or separation from family or other significant relationships. They add it’s becoming increasingly common in

The Canadian Forces Snowbirds are returning to North Bay. By Richard Coffin Their initial 2026 schedule has been announced, and they’ll be soaring over the city on Wednesday, June 10. “From major cities to small towns, across Canada, we can’t wait to fly for you, meet you, and

The City of North Bay has appointed Shannon Saucier as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) By Richard Coffin She replaces Margaret Karpenko, who left for the CFO position in Sudbury earlier this year. Officials say Saucier has been a key member of the City’s administration since 2014, previously serving as

The Powassan Voodoos added a forward and traded one away as part of a pair of trades, the club announced on Tuesday.   Ben Coupal, (COOH-PAL), a 2007 birth year right-shot forward, was acquired for a development fee from the Iroquois Falls Storm.    Coupal, a Cameron, Ontario product, has 12 goals

Jamie Lynn Davies It is with profound sadness that the family of Jamie Lynn Davies announce her sudden passing on Sunday, December 7th, 2025, in North Bay, Ontario. Jamie was the loving mother of Malikai, Mia, and Taiya, who were the light of her life. She was the cherished daughter

The North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit (Health Unit) is advising residents to be cautious after a harmful algae bloom, also known as blue-green algae, was observed in Wolseley Bay, Falconer Township, through testing samples taken on Nov. 24, 2025, by the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks.

Peacefully passed away at home, Thursday November 27, 2025 at the age of 71 years, after years of struggling with COPD. Randy was where he chose to be, home in his own bed. He was surrounded by the love of his family.   Randy is survived by his beloved wife Miki

Ten local fire departments are receiving over $311,000 in provincial funding to support cancer prevention initiatives. By Richard Coffin Vic Fedeli, MPP for Nipissing announced the money will be used to purchase equipment and make infrastructure upgrades to help reduce the long-term effects of exposure to fire-related contaminants and

A couple of annual presentations are being made at Tuesday night’s council meeting. By Richard Coffin Clean, Green, Beautiful North Bay will highlight its efforts this year, and no doubt the fact the city was once again a national Communities in Bloom winner. They’ll also look ahead to