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Province supporting local festivals, small businesses and tourism To help support local tourism and drive economic growth, the Ontario government is expanding “bring-your-own” (formerly tailgate) event permits for municipally designated cultural or community outdoor public events, including farmer’s markets, movie screenings, art exhibits and neighbourhood festivals. The expanded permit

Advance Housing Development Work Across Nipissing District Federal support enables pre-construction activities at four housing sites in North Bay, West Nipissing, and South Algonquin The District of Nipissing Social Services Administration Board (DNSSAB) has secured Seed Loan funding from the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) to support early-stage housing

Due to the ongoing winter storm and the closure of Highway 11 by the OPP, the Merrick Landfill is closed today until further notice. Thank you for your cooperation, and please remember to drive safely. STAY INFORMED – Click here to receive the latest news right to your inbox. This is

By Richard Coffin A chance to enjoy dinner out and support the AIDS Committee of North Bay and Area returns next month. A Taste for Life is back for an 18th year. On April 15, 25% of food and alcohol sales at participating restaurants will be donated back to the

By Richard Coffin Wheeled recycling carts are replacing blue boxes in North Bay later this spring. The city says cart delivery begins in May, with the change-over to carts on June 1. Officials say you won’t have to sort your recycling because all of it will go into one

By Richard Coffin Ontario Provincial Police reports Highway 11 northbound from North Bay reopened at 9 am, under a controlled escort. A Ministry of Transportation snowplow is leading the northbound traffic, followed by an OPP cruiser, to ensure the safe reopening of the highway after extended weather‑related closures throughout

By Richard Coffin The city has declared a Significant Weather Event for several roads off Highway 11 north. It’s due to the recent adverse weather conditions and the extended closure of the highway. They include: · Marsh Drive · Gregory Drive · Besserer Road · Sunshine Lane · Roy Drive · Cooks Mills Road · Berkely

Peacefully passed away surrounded by the love of his family at the North Bay Regional Health Centre on Saturday March 14, 2026, at the age of 85 years. Arthur will be lovingly remembered by his siblings Cecile (late Bill), Pauline (Late Rosaire), Rita (Tom), Madelaine (Charles), Diane (Claude) and Rejeanne.

Unexpectedly on Saturday March 14, 2026 at 64 years of age. Dear husband of Tina (née Chouinor) for 37 years. Loving father of Cory (June) and Justin (predeceased in 1993). Sadly missed by his grandchildren Grayson and Hudson. Survived by his sister Lynn Morrison. Predeceased by his parents George and

Nipissing University welcomed over 145 potential future Lakers to campus last weekend for its bi-annual Open House event. Prospective students and their supporters from around the province travelled to North Bay to tour the campus and envision what life could look like for them as a Laker. “March Open House