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The Gathering Place community kitchen continues to prepare meals for those in need five days a week.   “We’re here for the long run,” says Peter Gregory, Board Chair. “We have determined that we want to keep our doors open.  We have a community out here that we need to

North Bay Fire and Emergency Services is once again hosting its annual Halloween Night for Kids on Oct. 31.    The popular event runs from 5 pm – 8 pm that night with organizers seeking community donations to ensure its success.  It typically draws thousands of kids.   Specifically, they’re in need

The Royal Canadian Legion’s Poppy Campaign is underway.  From the last Friday in October to Remembrance Day, millions of Canadians wear a Poppy as a visual pledge to never forget those who served and sacrificed. The campaign raises funds to support Veterans and their families in need.  Both traditional

After a battle with cancer Ted passed away surrounded by the love of his family at the North Bay Regional Health Centre on Thursday October 24, 2024, at the age of 83 years. Ted was the beloved husband of Patricia (nee Gudrie) Phippen and the loving father to Kerry Phippen

January 6, 1963 - October 20, 2024 Passed away suddenly at his home. He was in his 62nd year. George was born in North Bay on Jan 6,1963 to Tony and Claudette dePencier. His three older sisters Sharon Binz (Peter), Wendy dePencier (Joan Graham) and Heather Straughan (Jim) were

Shamar Moses scored the winning goal, breaking a tie at 6:55 of the third period, to send the North Bay Battalion to a 3-2 Ontario Hockey League victory Thursday night over the Ottawa 67’s. Moses and Ethan Procyszyn each had one goal and one assist, while Owen Van

Hands theFamilyHelpNetwork.ca is providing some sensory-friendly Halloween fun and a safe space for trick-or-treaters to practice ahead of the big day.   Fun activities and games are lined up from 10 am to noon on Saturday, Oct. 26 at 820 Lakeshore Drive in North Bay.    “Halloween spookiness can be a

In OUA women's soccer, Nipissing won their playoff game 6-4 over Queen's Wednesday night at the Nipissing turf field.   Down 4-2 in the second half, the Lakers evened the score in regulation time and added two goals in extra time to advance.  Jessica Emmerton scored a

The North Bay & District Chamber of Commerce is celebrating the outstanding achievements of area businesses. The annual Evening of Excellence awards were handed out Wednesday night.   Winners include:  * Betty Alcorn Memorial Award: Jim Bruce   * Young Professional of the Year: Makayla Schoonhoven, Scotiabank   * New Business of the Year: Healing Connections

If you see an added police presence in the area of Bomarc Road and Highway 11 on Thursday, don't be alarmed.   That from the North Bay Police Service, which says its Emergency Response Team is training in that area.  Police say officers will be in tactical gear and