North Bay

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

By Richard Coffin A local man has been posthumously awarded the 2026 CIM Distinguished Service Award by the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (CIM). Officials say Bernie Robertson was the driving force behind the success of the CIM Northern Gateway Branch for more than two decades. They say

The Mattawa River Canoe Race Results  Despite challenging high winds on the water, the 48th Mattawa River Canoe Race delivered another exceptional day of paddling, camaraderie, and record-breaking performance. A total of 59 boats officially started the 64 km race while 5 competitors took on the shorter 13 km course.

By Brad Aubin Non-emergency incidents can now be reported online in North Bay. City police say it provides another way to report incidents like theft, property damage, lost property and other non-urgent concerns that don’t require an immediate police response. The system is launching with 12 different categories with

By Richard Coffin Seventeen health sciences educators from across the north, including a few from our area, are being recognized by the Northern Ontario School of Medicine University. NOSM’s Health Sciences Preceptor Awards honour those who are educating the next generation of health sciences professionals. They include registered dietitians,

The North Bay Police Service (NBPS) has charged a Mississauga man following an investigation that resulted in the seizure of more than 33 grams of suspected fentanyl. The accused, Curtis SCRIVER, 28-year-old male, of Mississauga, has been charged with: * Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking

By Richard Coffin Hundreds of students crossed the stage and graduated from Canadore College this spring. The post-secondary school wrapped up Spring Convocation celebrations on Friday, with Dr. Sandra Efu also formally installed as Canadore’s eighth President and CEO. “Convocation is a celebration of perseverance, achievement, and new beginnings,

By Richard Coffin Council could be giving some city staff delegation of authority to pass minor zoning by-laws. The recommendation is slated to be voted on at Tuesday’s meeting. It falls under the city’s housing action plan, with officials saying the goal is to improve efficiency and timelines