North Bay

By Richard Coffin Sandbag stations remain available this week due to ongoing flood potential along the Lake Nipissing shoreline. The city says due to a decrease in demand, staffing at locations at Champlain and Sunset parks is being reduced, though pre-filled sandbags will continue to be available at both sites

By Richard Coffin The North Bay OPP has laid eight stunt driving charges in the last week (Apr. 24-28). Since last Friday, eight vehicles travelling at excessive speeds on Highways 11 and 17 were stopped in North Bay and the surrounding area. Police say that includes one vehicle clocked going

By Richard Coffin The Ontario Provincial Police says no charges are being laid after wrapping up its investigation into the mayor’s credit card expenses. The full statement is below: “The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) appreciates the public interest in this matter, particularly as it concerns allegations against a public,

Investment will celebrate Canadian culture, create jobs and boost local tourism across the province The Ontario government is protecting Canadian culture and identity by investing over $20 million to support nearly 400 festivals and events across the province this year. The funding, made through Experience Ontario 2026, will help boost

By Richard Coffin The community is being invited to bid a fond farewell to Chewie, a dedicated Trauma Support Dog. Victim Services of Nipissing District and the North Bay Police Service are holding a retirement event on Thursday for Chewie, who has served the community for the past eight years.

By Richard Coffin Three Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers have been recognized for their dedication to impaired driving enforcement and public safety in the North Bay region.   The Nipissing chapter of Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) held it’s 2025 MADD Officer of the Year Awards earlier this week.    Among

By Richard Coffin Nancy Birtch is the 2026 Kiwanis Citizen of the Year for North Bay. Officials say she’s well known for her volunteer commitments to Pack Sac Smiles, the North Bay Regional Health Centre Foundation, North Bay Community Foundation, MT Davidson School Breakfast program and a host of

The North Bay Police Service (NBPS) has arrested a North Bay man after responding to a weapons-related call in the Cassells Street area, where an individual in breach of court orders was taken into custody and officers seized weapons, ammunition, and suspected crystal methamphetamine. STAY INFORMED – Click here to receive

By Richard Coffin Municipal election season kicks into gear this week with a couple of key dates. A rescheduled Candidate Information Workshop takes place Wednesday, April 29 at 6 pm in the council chambers at North Bay City Hall. It’s being hosted by the city, Callander, Powassan, and Nipissing

By Richard Coffin Phase I of a solid rock berm on Mattawan Street in Mattawa is expected to be completed Tuesday. Town officials say construction on the berm got started with the level of the Mattawa River continuing to rise. They say if the river rises significantly more the berm