By Richard Coffin Registration is underway for the fourth annual Hometown Run for Youth Special Olympics. The fundraising run takes place on Sunday, May 3. “As we reach the fourth year of the Hometown Run for Youth Special Olympics, it’s incredible to see how the community’s dedication has
By Richard Coffin The Heritage Railway and Carousel Company is gearing up for another season. Officials with the mini-train and carousels are hosting an open house this Saturday afternoon (Apr. 25), as they look for new volunteers. They add volunteering is a good way for high school students to obtain
By Richard Coffin April 20-24 is Workforce Week locally. The Labour Market Group is presenting a week-long series of events designed to support job seekers, employers, and entrepreneurs across North Bay, Almaguin, and Parry Sound. Officials say a wide range of community partners will deliver hands-on support, networking opportunities, and
By Richard Coffin Nominations for the Northern Ontario Music and Film Awards include nearly two dozen locally. There are 21 nominations for people, projects or groups from North Bay and two from Sturgeon Falls. Of note, four nominations in the music category involve North Bay’s Peach Pact, or people
The City of North Bay staff is optimistic that spring has finally arrived, so the leaf & yard waste public drop-off will reopen for the season on Wednesday, April 15. This service is located at the City's Waste Diversion Facility off Station Road and is open Wednesday to