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Suddenly, at the North Bay Regional Health Centre on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, Larry Robert St. Pierre, beloved husband of Sandy Minor (Vahey), was 74 years old. Loving father of Nancy, grandfather of Keri and great-grandfather to Nevaeh. Dear brother of Nicole and Bob (Corry). Predeceased by his parents, Paul

Funding will support 153 local non-profit organizations to create jobs and build stronger communities The Ontario government is investing more than $47 million this year through the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) to support 153 non-profit organizations, First Nations communities and small municipalities that deliver innovative programs to promote active lifestyles,

Province consolidating 36 CAs into nine to deliver more consistent services, strengthen watershed management and better protect communities The Ontario government is taking the next step to improve the province’s conservation authority system with our plan to create nine regional conservation authorities. This follows extensive consultation on how conservation

By Richard Coffin A Canadian ridesharing company is launching a fund to support women entrepreneurs and aspiring founders in the communities it serves, including North Bay. It’s called the Uride Female Founders Fund. Officials say in recognition of International Women’s Day, they’re awarding $5,000 each to

By Richard Coffin Resiliency, mental health and connection are the focus of a youth symposium in the city over the next couple of days.   Tyler Smith, Humboldt Broncos bus crash survivor and founder of Not Alone Co., a mental health awareness clothing line, is speaking to students at four schools.

By Richard Coffin Maybe Mother Nature didn’t get the memo that we’ve moved on to pothole season. A winter storm watch has been issued for the North Bay area. Environment Canada says there’s the potential for freezing rain and about 10 to 15 cm of ice pellets

Snow survey measurements show a snow depth decrease of 23 cm, and snow water equivalence decrease of 31.3 mm from the last survey on March 2, reports the North Bay-Mattawa Conservation Authority (NBMCA) who measures snow depth and water content as part of its Flood Forecasting and Warning Program.

By Richard Coffin Callander has added two new councillors.   At a special meeting on Monday night, former municipal employee and councillor Linda Alkins was voted in in round one. Round two saw former Callander and North Bay councillor Daryl Vaillancourt voted in.   STAY INFORMED – Click here to receive the latest

The world feels quieter now. We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, Barbara Louise Turcotte (née Gallson) on Friday March 6, 2026 at the age of 89. Born June 3, 1936, Barbara lived a life devoted to her family. Her selfless, caring

By Richard Coffin It’s been a year since PHARA Community Services launched its Save Massey campaign to repair 48 housing units at 122 Massey Drive. Officials say while the community response has been positive, the amount of money needed has not come forward, and discussions with partners have all