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$178,000 in Fentanyl, Cocaine, Crystal Meth and Prohibited Weapons Seized

North Bay Police Service (NBPS) has arrested two North Bay individuals and seized over $178,000, in street value, of fentanyl, cocaine, and crystal methamphetamine, along with a number of weapons, following a Street Crime Unit (SCU) investigation. STAY INFORMED – Click here to receive the latest news right to your

Stat holiday closures in effect for Christmas

By Richard Coffin It’s the holidays and that means the usual statutory closures. Government offices, including city hall, are closed both Christmas Day and Boxing Day. The city says the waste diversion facility is also closed both days and North Bay Transit buses are not running Thursday (Dec. 25)

Dalron Senior Living takes over sole ownership of Marina Point Village

By Richard Coffin Dalron Senior Living is marking the start of a new chapter as the sole owner and operator of four retirement communities in the north, including North Bay’s Marina Point Village. Officials say after supporting the residences, which include two in Sudbury and one in Timmins, from

Uride helping families connect at Christmas

By Richard Coffin If you’re heading to Christmas dinner on Thursday… ‘Uride’ for free. The ride-sharing service Uride is offering free rides up to $25 on Christmas Day to help ensure people don’t miss out on spending the holidays with their families. Uride says anyone who is struggling

Ontario and New York Sign Agreement to Build Nuclear Energy

New collaboration will leverage Ontario’s expertise to accelerate the development of advanced nuclear technologies and create good-paying jobs on both sides of the border Ontario Premier Doug Ford and New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed an agreement to work together to advance the development of affordable, reliable and clean

NORAD Tracks Santa for a 70th year

By Richard Coffin Santa makes his way across Canada on Christmas Eve and NORAD officials at 22 Wing North Bay are helping him out. Santa makes his way across Canada on Christmas Eve and NORAD officials at 22 Wing North Bay are helping him out. Lt. Hillary Hamilton, Weapons Director

Niagara Falls man arrested after shooting in North Bay

By Richard Coffin The North Bay Police Service has charged a 45-year-old Niagara Falls man after last Friday’s shooting in the area of Seymour and Franklin streets, and the Highway 11/17 bypass. Police say the accused faces 11 charges, including attempted murder. They say last Friday, after meeting

DNSSAB approves its 2026 budget

By Richard Coffin The District of Nipissing Social Services Administration Board (DNSSAB) has approved its $105 million budget for next year. It includes a 4% increase to the tax levy, or just under $960,000. Officials say essential services such as paramedic response and programs that keep people safe and

Armed Robbery Suspect Arrested, Weapons and Drugs Seized

The North Bay Police Service (NBPS) Street Crime Unit (SCU) has arrested a Mississauga man, who is now facing multiple drug and weapons charges following an armed robbery outside a retailer in the 300 block of Lakeshore. On December 7, the Patrol Section responded to a call, where the accused

Christmas Day doesn’t have to be lonely

By Richard Coffin For a second year, the North Bay Elks Lodge is hosting its Big Christmas event on Dec. 25. Spokesperson Shawn Kettner says everyone is invited. “We have music, we have food, we have stuff for the kids to do,” he says. “If you don’t have much

Armed Robbery Suspect Arrested, Weapons and Drugs Seized

The North Bay Police Service (NBPS) Street Crime Unit (SCU) has arrested a Mississauga man, who is now facing multiple drug and weapons charges following an armed robbery outside a retailer in the 300 block of Lakeshore. On December 7, the Patrol Section responded to a call, where the accused

Christmas Day doesn’t have to be lonely

By Richard Coffin For a second year, the North Bay Elks Lodge is hosting its Big Christmas event on Dec. 25. Spokesperson Shawn Kettner says everyone is invited. “We have music, we have food, we have stuff for the kids to do,” he says. “If you don’t have much

31st Families First New Year’s Eve

The City of North Bay invites everyone for the 31st Families First New Year’s Eve event on Dec. 31 at Memorial Gardens and Thomson Park. Come skate with the Battalion and enjoy button-making, face painting, magic shows, interactive reptile shows, a centennial photo booth, the centennial time capsule, and

Union says hospital funding announcement ‘smoke and mirrors’

By Richard Coffin Local healthcare workers continue to rally against job cuts at the North Bay Regional Health Centre. “North Bay deserves better than excuses, “says Kevin Cook, First Vice President with the Ontario Council of Hospital Unions – Canadian Union of Public Employees. “It deserves investments, not cuts. It deserves

Mark Stansfield

Peacefully passed away with his companion Lorraine Montreuil by his side at his home on Monday December 15, 2025, at the age of 73 years. Mark was the father of Shavon Maylake (Julian). He will be lovingly remembered by his family and friends. If desired, donations to a charity of

GALINSKI (née Bale): Bonita “Bonnie” Heather

April 26, 1947 to December 19, 2025 Daughter of the late Ernest and Irene Bale, she is survived by her brother Frank (Brenda) of London. Gone before her are her siblings Ted, Ruth, Bill and Bob. Bonnie was a special aunt to her nieces and nephews: Diane, Greg, Lisa and

Nipissing U reappoints President Kevin Wamsley to second term

Nipissing University’s Board of Governors is pleased to announce the reappointment of Dr. Kevin Wamsley as its President and Vice-Chancellor for a second five-year term, beginning August 1, 2026.  The reappointment comes following a review process carried out by the Reappointment Committee for the President & Vice-Chancellor, led by

‘Very high’ levels of flu reported by the health unit

By Richard Coffin The North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit is reporting ‘very high’ levels of influenza in the region. Officials say there were 155 lab-confirmed Influenza A cases as of Dec. 13, compared to one case during the same time period last year. The vast majority (129) are

37 different species spotted in area Christmas bird count

By Richard Coffin A total of 3,164 birds were counted in the 47th North Bay area Christmas bird count this year. Officials with the Nipissing Naturalists Club say North Bay has taken part consistently since 1980, with occasional observations submitted since 1941. They say it’s an important contribution

Sports Hall looking to honour 2025 sporting achievements

By Richard Coffin The North Bay Sports Hall of Fame is accepting nominations for several sports awards. Officials say recipients are selected by the hall’s Sports Awards Committee, with significant input from the community and school sports organizations. Awards include * Jack Burrows Memorial Award for Sports Achievement of the