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By Richard Coffin Staff reductions are included in a deficit budget approved by the Near North District School Board. The shortfall on the $197 million budget comes in at over $1.6 million. However, combined with in-year supervisor savings of nearly $470,000 officials say it brings the deficit into

By Richard Coffin The North Bay Police Service says officers, paramedics and fire fighters responded to a sudden death on the 1800 block of Algonquin Avenue at approximately 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 5. Police say the deceased has been identified, and the investigation has been turned over

Agreement supports Ontario’s Fortress North America plan to increase continental trade and security  As part of the Ontario government’s plan for Building Fortress North America, today, Ontario Premier Doug Ford and Spencer J. Cox, Governor of Utah, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to boost trade in key

The All-Wheel Park is turning up the volume later this month! Join everyone on Tuesday, July 14, from 6 to 9 p.m. for a free, all-ages punk concert featuring Ethos, Spillover and Bad Ancestors. Ride the park, catch the music, and bring your lawn chair (or your skateboard, bike,

The North Bay Police Service (NBPS) is reporting a significant increase in suspected drug overdoses this evening. Early indications suggest that the unregulated drug supply may be contaminated. We urge community members, service providers, friends, and families to share this message and check in on those who may be at

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that our family announces the sudden passing of Barry Richard Mills on Wednesday, June 30, 2026. Barry was a cherished and much-loved uncle, affectionately known as “Uncle Bear,” to his nieces and nephew: Cindy VanWart (Barry), Jason Mills (Pauline), and Sheri Noon

January 6, 1970 – July 1, 2026 We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Michael “Mike” Glussich on July 1, 2026. Mike was the beloved son of Claudette Dussault and Lou Glussich and dear brother of Bernard D’Anjou (Judith), Doug Glussich (Alison) and Anyk Glussich (Natasha). Mike was

It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our son Philip Lachance. Philip passed away June 25th at his residence in North Bay and was in his 50th year.  He is survived by his parents Paul and Diane (North bay), sister Rachel (Burlington), partner

Canadore College will welcome acting teachers, directors, and professional actors from across Canada and around the world this summer as it hosts the Meisner Teacher Certificate Training Program led by internationally acclaimed acting educator and author Larry Silverberg.  Taking place July 4–17, 2026, at Canadore College in North Bay,

The North Bay Police Service (NBPS) wrapped up the 2025–2026 school year with Operation Chrome Yellow, a targeted enforcement initiative aimed at ensuring students travelled safely to and from school before summer break. From June 22 to 26, 2026, members of the Traffic Unit, Patrol Section, Bicycle Patrol, and