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With profound sadness, the Stone family shares that Murray Stone suddenly passed away in a tragic accident on Thursday, October 8, 2026, in Callander, Ontario. Born in Parry Sound, Ontario, and raised in Dunchurch, Murray lived life to the fullest through his love for family, NASCAR, nature, and exploration. He

By Brad Aubin The OPP says on Wednesday (Oct. 7) around 11:00 p.m., first responders were called to a report of a residential fire on Quae-Quae Road in East Ferris Township. Police say a deceased person was found within the residence, with the OPP forensic identification team, the

By Richard Coffin In what’s described as an ‘unprecedented regional effort’, Northern Ontario communities are joining forces to create 609 new affordable homes. The Northern Ontario Service Deliverers Association (NOSDA) says its members have pooled resources to create the first phase of a new housing pipeline to tackle one

By Richard Coffin We’re learning more about a North Bay Police Service investigation into student threats. Police say they responded to a report at approximately 4 pm on Thursday regarding threatening comments made by a student on social media, involving an alleged firearm. An investigation was launched with those

By Richard Coffin The North Bay OPP reports a fatal collision on Highway 94 Thursday afternoon in Callander, involving a motorcycle and passenger vehicle. Emergency crews responded just after 3pm to the collision near the intersection of Terrace Road. Police say the rider, an 82-year-old resident of East Ferris, was

By Richard Coffin Police across Canada, including here in North Bay, are taking part in a national awareness campaign this Thanksgiving long weekend. Operation Impact runs from Friday through Monday, with enforcement efforts focused on impaired, aggressive, and distracted driving, along with failing to wear a seat belt. “Every time

Letter to the Editor Research before you vote East Ferris just released their 2025 Financials and they indicate growing pressure from all areas regarding increased costs. One of those pressure points is Cassellholme and it seems like the smaller municipalities were an afterthought when it came to the financing arrangement

By Richard Coffin Sasquatch, Sabe, Bigfoot, or Yeti. Whatever you call it, there will be a sighting of believers this weekend in North Bay. ‘Bringing Awareness and Embracing Reality’ is the title of Saturday’s Sasquatch conference. It takes place from 10 am to 5 pm, in the hall at

By Richard Coffin Fresh off the national spotlight shining on the Jack Garland Airport with a visit from the Ukrainian President, we’re learning aviation and airport industry professionals from across Canada will be getting a close-up view next year. North Bay is hosting the Airport Management Council of Ontario’

By Richard Coffin Services and masses are being said for the homeless at a variety of local churches on Saturday. It’s World Homeless Day with members of the Compassionate Committee for the Homeless in North Bay marking the occasion. Officials say the international day celebrates work and progress, and