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Reduce your risk of Lyme disease and tick-borne illnesses As outdoor activity increases during the summer season, the Ontario government is encouraging people across the province to take precautions to prevent tick bites and reduce the risk of Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses when enjoying the outdoors. Lyme disease

By Richard Coffin Organizers say the inaugural Nipissing Serenity Hospice charity golf tournament was a ‘tremendous success’. The event on June 12 raised $32,000 in support of hospice care across Nipissing and East Parry Sound. They’re thanking the golfers, sponsors, and donors who took part or got involved.

By Richard Coffin Cathy P. of North Bay is celebrating a lotto win. She won the LOTTO 6/49 second prize worth just over $89,000 in the May 16 draw. The 72-year-old says she’s been playing the lottery with OLG for almost 50 years and discovered she’d

The North Bay Police Service (NBPS) has arrested two people in connection with a Street Crime Unit (SCU) drug trafficking investigation. The accused, Keiandra JOLLY, 26-year-old, male of Milton, has been charged with: * Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Fentanyl * Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine * Possession for the

By Steph Larouche North Bay Jack Garland Airport welcomed WestJet’s inaugural non-stop flight to Calgary on June 19, officially launching the new seasonal service between the two cities. Airport officials say the route is expected to boost tourism, business travel, and economic opportunities across the region, while giving local

By Richard Coffin The Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities continues to call on the province to help communities with the rising costs of policing. President Dave Plourde says they’re looking the government to create a grant to help towns with the impact municipal or OPP costs have on their

By Richard Coffin Hate has no home in Sundridge. That from the village after a recent incident involving hateful and discriminatory graffiti found on public property in a municipal park. Officials say the offensive markings have been removed, but the message behind the vandalism is deeply concerning. Port North Bay

By Richard Coffin PHARA Community Services is helping reduce barriers for individuals becoming Personal Support Workers while encouraging more people to consider careers in health care and community support services. They’ve awarded two PSW Pathway to Success Scholarships.  Matthew Smith and Kiran Kuriakose are the 2026 recipients. Officials say

By Richard Coffin Canada’s biggest Monster Truck tour returns to North Bay this Father’s Day. Monster Spectacular roars into Boart Longyear Memorial Gardens at 3 pm on Sunday. Officials say the action-packed, sports and entertainment spectacle features jaw-dropping stunts, side-by-side racing, high-flying freestyle competitions, and unique wheelie contests.

Passed away peacefully at the North Bay Regional Health Centre on Wednesday June 17, 2026, at the age of 97 years. Betty was the loving wife of Arthur Lalonde, and the loving mother to Terry Lalonde and Shelley Paynter (David). Betty is predeceased by her sister Grace Stevens and brother