North Bay

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 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

The North Bay Police Service (NBPS) has arrested an 18-year-old and 15-year-old after a dangerous driving investigation involving two motorcycles. On June 14, 2026, at approximately 9:30 p.m., the NBPS received multiple reports of two motorcycles being operated in a dangerous manner. The motorcycles were reported to be

By Richard Coffin International Test Pilots School (ITPS) Canada is officially launching operations of its International Tactical Training Centre (ITTC) in North Bay next month. International Test Pilots School (ITPS) Canada is officially launching operations of its International Tactical Training Centre (ITTC) in North Bay next month. Officials say July

Nipissing University is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Aziz Douai as its next Provost and Vice-President, Academic for a five-year term, effective September 1, 2026. Dr. Douai will join Nipissing from the University of Regina, where he has served as the Dean of Graduate Studies and Research for

By Richard Coffin Eleven diverse communities in the area are receiving funding to enhance safety and security measures. Vic Fedeli, MPP for Nipissing announced $82,000 through the Anti-Hate Security and Prevention Grant. “The Anti-Hate Security and Prevention Grant continues to support and protect communities impacted by hate incidents in

By Richard Coffin Council will not be asking staff to report back on remuneration for the next mayor and councillors. A motion put forward by Councillor Gary Gardiner was defeated at Tuesday night’s meeting. Gardiner says the mayor’s job is a full-time position, and fair compensation should be