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The national Communities in Bloom judges like what they see in North Bay. Colleen Stockford, from Sussex, New Brunswick and Leduc, Alberta’s Christine Isaac are evaluating the city in six categories.   They include:    * Community Appearance   * Environmental Action   * Heritage Conservation   * Tree Management   * Plant and floral displays   * Landscape  “It’s such

Under the Augmentation Clause of the Robinson Treaties, the Crown has a duty to consider, from time to time, whether it can increase annuities without incurring loss.   That was the first ruling in a six-part judgement on appeal released by the Supreme Court of Canada on Friday.    Previous rulings by

Clean, Green, Beautiful (CGB) North Bay is recognizing 56 ‘exceptional’ properties with its 2024 Streetscapes program.   Officials say the initiative celebrates North Bay properties whose landscaping exemplifies beautification, environmental stewardship, and civic pride.  Along with 41 residential nominations, there were five from businesses.   They each receive a door knocker acknowledging

The West Ferris Ringette Association is welcoming a $10,000 donation from the North Bay Youth Soccer Club. A cheque was presented last Wednesday by Paul Cook, member of the soccer club’s Board of Directors and a former member of West Ferris Ringette on Wednesday."We are incredibly

With broken hearts, the family of Linda Bastien Belanger, announce her passing from this earth on July 24th 2024, at the age of 75. Reunited with her husband Danny, and once again in the arms of her beloved mother Dorine and father Frank (Jiggs), Linda leaves behind a legacy she

Free at last- free at last! The family of Grace Ann Gibson (née Goodwin) announces her passing on July 24th, 2024. "I'm heading to the piano, and dancing is about to begin."

Passed away suddenly at her home on Wednesday July 17, 2024.  June (nee Guthro, Froggett) was 86 years old. Loving mother of Frank (Sherry), Don (Kathleen), Donna Guthro (Dean Rowe), Jackie Guthro (Brian Coates), Teresa Blum (Harry) and Lynne Hawkins (predeceased by John).  Lovingly remembered by seven grandchildren and six

It's a first for North American air defence. Canadian and American jet fighters intercepted foreign bombers entering the Alaska air defence zone on Wednesday. Two of the aircraft were Russian, which is a common occurrence off the Alaska coast.  But they were accompanied by two Chinese planes. It&

This year marks the 25th anniversary of Mattawa Voyageur Days.   The music festival kicks off Friday with Country Night at Explorer’s Point.   The Washboard Union is on stage at 8 pm followed by headliner James Barker Band at 10 pm.   Saturday’s lineup includes Muskoka River Band (7 pm)

The Heritage Railway and Carousel Company will be re-opening this Saturday, July 27 at 10 am.   Officials say the company has been successful in finding an individual who is licensed by the Technical Standards and Safety Authority for amusement rides.   “We would like to thank the public for their patience