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By Richard Coffin A new Healthbox has been set up outside the North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit on Oak Street.   Along with harm reduction tools, including naloxone kits, the interactive vending machine includes sharps containers, safe sex and wellness supplies, HIV self-test kits, and more.   “We are proud

ByRichard Coffin City police Law Enforcement Torch Run takes place Wednesday A long-standing fundraising tradition continues Wednesday morning with the city police Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics.   The North Bay Police Service says officers from six law enforcement agencies and Special Olympics athletes are taking part in the

By Richard Coffin The Compassionate Committee for the Homeless in North Bay says the city’s compassion is ‘shining with record-breaking kindness’.    Officials say the sixth Backpacks of Love campaign saw a record 130 backpacks filled with donated essential items.   Some include donated toothbrushes, socks, soap, emergency blankets, ball caps,

New program brings life-saving care to community members living with heart disease North Bay Cardiology — in partnership with the Nipissing Wellness Ontario Health Team (NWOHT), University Health Network (UHN), Canadore College, Nipissing University, YMCA of Northeastern Ontario, and Canadian Shield Health Services — has launched the first comprehensive cardiac rehabilitation program

Nipissing University to honour three inspiring Canadians with honorary degrees at 2025 convocation ceremonies Nipissing University will present honorary degrees to three remarkable individuals during its 2025 Convocation ceremonies: Olympic athlete Jennifer Jones, educator and advocate Janine Lafrenière and award-winning musician William Prince. Report North Bay – Stay Informed – Subscribe for

NPSC Students Shine in 12th Annual Choir Festival  The pews of Holy Name of Jesus Church were filled to the brim on May 30, 2025, as the Nipissing-Parry Sound Catholic District School Board (NPSC) hosted its 17th annual Choir Festival: Faith Through Song. The church came alive with the harmonious

By Richard Coffin NoahStrong is helping families stay close to their loved ones while receiving hospital care.  The organization has donated $20,000 to the North Bay Regional Health Centre Foundation (NBRHCF) for the NoahStrong Accommodations Program, bringing its total commitment to $25,000.   Officials say the program, which was

By Richard Coffin Here’s a chance to take an up-close look at real airport equipment, some airplanes, and more.   The North Bay Aviation Expo runs from 10 am to 2 pm on Saturday at Jack Garland Airport and the surrounding industrial park.   A variety of tours are set up,

Canadore College proudly reaffirmed its commitment to experiential learning by recognizing the vital role that local organizations and businesses play in shaping the future workforce. At its annual Partner Appreciation event, the College celebrated the invaluable contributions of its community partners who support student placements and work-integrated learning opportunities. Each

Silver Birches School, North Bay Hydro, Eagle Tree and North Bay’s Clean Green and Beautiful have created an extended partnership over the last 4 years. Since 2021, this initiative has brought over 20 tall, thriving trees to our schoolyard—an incredible gift that continues to enrich our school community