North Bay

Province introducing legislation and new funding to cut red tape and speed up home construction in partnership with municipalities Ontario is introducing the Protect Ontario by Building Faster and Smarter Act, 2025 to help speed up the construction of new homes and infrastructure, including by streamlining development processes and reducing

By Richard Coffin The North Bay Police Service says 20 provincial offence notices were issued on day one of its week-long traffic blitz.    On Monday, 19 drivers were ticketed for speeding with one ticketed with ‘fail to surrender licence’ under the Highway Traffic Act.    Police say radar and LiDAR technology

The Outdoor Winter Market Experience is set to return this November, bringing even more festive cheer to Downtown North Bay. The 2025 dates are locked in for Saturday, November 8th, 15th, 22nd from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and a special date and time that will

A 39-year-old North Bay man is in custody after he was arrested on drug trafficking charges in North Bay last Friday. In the winter of 2024, the NBPS Street Crime Unit began an investigation in relation to the accused illegally trafficking drugs in the North Bay area. On Friday May

By Richard Coffin East Ferris will have a new mayor later this month.   “Be it resolved that the Municipality of East Ferris, by way of public vote does now name Richard Champagne as mayor for the remainder of the term of council effective upon the passing of an appointment bylaw

By Richard Coffin A 36-year-old North Bay man is facing several charges after police seized about $6,000 worth of suspected cocaine and $9,500 in cash last week.    The list of charges includes drug trafficking.    The North Bay Police Service says around 11:30 am on May 6, a

Parents and caregivers who incorporate five basics principles into their caregiving routines can help their children achieve better outcomes related to brain development, learning, joy and resilience. This is the motive behind The Basics Nipissing-Parry Sound, an initiative launched by the North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit (Health Unit)

By Richard Coffin The Health Unit is reporting seven active cases of measles in the North Bay Parry Sound District.   According to its website, the confirmed case count is now up to 30.   At last check, it was 17 last week.   Report North Bay – Stay Informed – Subscribe for free to

By Richard Coffin Mayors and municipal representatives from across Canada, including West Nipissing continue their work to address issues around substance use in small cities and towns.   The Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addictions says 30 regions have now contributed to a playbook on the crisis.  They say it

ByRichard Coffin City police are investigating after a disturbance call to Manitou Street Thursday morning. The North Bay Police Service says officers were called around 9 am and when they arrived they found a man suffering injuries from an altercation.   He was taken to hospital by ambulance.   Report North Bay