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By Richard Coffin A subsidy program providing financial assistance to families who transported their children to school during the Alouette Bus Lines labour disruption is now available. That from Nipissing-Parry Sound Student Transportation Services (NPSSTS), which also says the deadline to apply is Friday, May 29. “The NPSSTS will endeavor

North Bay dog owners now have new places for their dogs to run, play, and socialize as the City launches a pilot project designating four outdoor rink locations as off-leash dog areas. The initiative comes in response to feedback from residents requesting more accessible off-leash spaces in different areas of

Province’s $480,000 investment in Canadian Women & Sport will help more girls stay active and healthy The Ontario government is investing $480,000 in Canadian Women & Sport’s The Next Play Program to expand affordable and inclusive sport and recreation opportunities for nearly 3,500 girls across

Proposed changes would support people seeking employment and volunteer roles As part of an upcoming legislative package, the Ontario government is proposing to amend the Police Record Checks Reform Act, 2015 to reduce wait times for police record checks for people working or volunteering with vulnerable populations such as children,

Diane passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family on Tuesday April 28, 2026, at the age of 72 years. Diane was the beloved wife of Raymond Corbeil with whom she shared 49 wonderful years of marriage. She was the loving mother to Marc Corbeil and Nicole Corbeil

An Angel has opened her wings; Julie Francoeur, in her 53rd year passed away peacefully on May 5, 2026 surrounded by her loving family. Born on July 23, 1973 to Dianne and Roger. Julie was a light in the lives of everyone who knew her. Known for her radiant smile

By Richard Coffin Municipal leaders and industry partners are teaming up to call on Queen’s Park and Ottawa to accelerate investment in Highways 11 and 17. Officials say the partnership between the Ontario Trucking Association (OTA), the Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities and the Northwestern Ontario Municipal Association reflects

By Richard Coffin The water may still be a bit chilly, but the freshwater docking system pool at The Cove on Trout Lake returns this week. The city says the C-shaped dock provides a 50-metre swimming area, including 2–4 lanes for swimming and aquatic programs. It was first installed

By Richard Coffin The Compassionate Committee for the Homeless in North Bay is once again putting together backpacks filled with donated essential items, for those in need. Officials will be accepting donated items for the Backpacks of Love Campaign this weekend. They will be at the Pro-Cathedral of the Assumption

The NICU Charity Golf Tournament, presented by North Bay Mazda returns May 31st, is kicking off the golf tournament season at Osprey Links Golf Course. The day features games throughout the course, lunch, chicken parmesan dinner, and a live and silent auction with many great prizes available. Doubling your impact,