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A $2.1 million construction project is coming to Premier Road.   Council awarded a contract for the work on Tuesday night.   It involves the construction of sidewalks and stormwater improvements, including resurfacing Premier Road from the unopened Fowler right-of-way, where the current sidewalk ends, to Champlain Park.  “I’m pleased

By Richard Coffin There is only a day left for candidates in the Feb. 27 provincial election to sign up with Elections Ontario.   The deadline is 2 pm on Thursday with at least five candidates expected in Nipissing.   According to the Liberal party’s website, Liam McGarry is carrying their

By Richard Coffin Canadians stand to lose $1,900 in annual income based on 25% tariffs. That’s according to modelling from the Canadian Chamber of Commerce’s Business Data Lab. They’ve launched a Canada-U.S. Trade Tracker to help businesses, politicians, and residents on both sides of the

On Thursday 3 April 2025 in Toronto, Northern Policy Institute will host its annual State of the North Fundraiser. The event is presented by PearTree Canada. PearTree provides one financing platform that enables global investment in Canadian resource exploration, while simultaneously funding increased philanthropy.  Over 200 senior private and public

On Thursday 3 April 2025 in Toronto, Northern Policy Institute will host its annual State of the North Fundraiser. The event is presented by PearTree Canada. PearTree provides one financing platform that enables global investment in Canadian resource exploration, while simultaneously funding increased philanthropy.  Over 200 senior private and public

Report North Bay Staff Black History Month Film Event: What We Deserve – Restorative Justice and Reparation Nipissing University and the Nipissing University Faculty Association, invite media representatives and community members to a special event in recognition of Black History Month. This virtual event features a screening of What We Deserve,

MISSING PERSON: Madison MISSING PERSON SAFELY LOCATED: Madison February 11, 2025 The North Bay Police Service has safely located 30-year-old Madison, who was previously reported missing. Thank you to the media and public for your assistance in this incident. North Bay Police Service is seeking the public’s help in

By Richard Coffin MP Anthony Rota says Canada needs to retaliate ‘on an equal basis’ to tariffs imposed by the United States.   He made the comment on Monday, ahead of U.S. President Donald Trump announcing 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports, including those from Canada, will start

By Richard Coffin The OPP is reminding snowmobilers about unexpected hazards on the trails after a serious crash last Friday on a trail on Trout Lake.   Provincial Police say a 24-year-old rider from Barrie sustained non-life-threatening injuries after their snowmachine struck a pressure crack, they were ejected and ended up

By Richard Coffin A couple of public presentations kick off Tuesday night’s council meeting.  First, Creative Industries provides a review of 2024 and preview of activities for this year.  The second presentation involves concerns from the Cedar Heights neighbourhood on a long-term care development.   A $2.1 million construction