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By Richard Coffin The North Bay Police Service (NBPS) says it is not participating in the Assault-Style Firearms Compensation Program.   Officials say a structured operational framework outlining roles, responsibilities, and program requirements has not yet been provided.  STAY INFORMED – Click here to receive the latest news right to your inbox.

By Richard Coffin Mediated talks continue on Friday, but Nipissing says the Contract Academic Staff Bargaining Unit representing part-time faculty at the university will be in a legal strike position on Monday. Nipissing says after three sessions with a conciliator, the union requested a “no board report” from the Labour

By Richard Coffin Earlier this week, we told you about the successes with Project Lifesaver locally. But one challenge is the impact of tariffs. The program uses body worn radio transmitters to help police quickly locate missing people of all ages with cognitive disorders. Port North Bay Fully Furnished Office

February 7, 1943 – January 28, 2026 Romano Cicciarelli, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at North Bay General Hospital, at the age of 82. Born in Prossedi, Province of Latina, Italy, Romano lived a life filled with family, hard work, and a

Peacefully passed away surrounded by the love of her family at the North Bay Regional Health Centre on Saturday January 24, 2026, at the age of 68 years. Debby was the beloved wife of the late Raymond Jones, and the loving mother to Jeremy Jones, Chris Jones (Shyla), and Tiffany

By Richard Coffin Callander has a new mayor. Deputy Mayor Jordy Carr has been appointed to finish out the term at the helm of council. STAY INFORMED – Click here to receive the latest news right to your inbox. This is a free service In a statement, she says she’s

Province stepping in to strengthen accountability and ensure public funding is supporting student success The Minister of Education is taking action at the Peel District School Board (PDSB) and the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) in response to serious concerns about infighting and long-term financial unsustainability that risk disrupting

By Brad Aubin A second person has died following a two-vehicle crash in West Nipissing. The OPP says officers responded to the incident shortly before midnight last Saturday. A 62-year-old from Sudbury was pronounced dead at the scene. STAY INFORMED – Click here to receive the latest news right to your

By Richard Coffin Le Carnaval des Compagnons officially starts this weekend. It’s the 63rd edition of the winter festival, celebrating Francophone culture, traditions, and creativity in the region. A few events are taking place Saturday, including a fishing tournament, curling dinner at the Granite Club and an improv match

By Richard Coffin North Bay’s Ashley Lachance is looking to become Ms. Health and Fitness. She’s competing for the cover of Muscle & Fitness HERS magazine. “Fitness has been a part of my life for over 5 years now, it has helped shape me mentally and physically into