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OPP: wear your helmets

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The OPP is reporting of the six fatal off-road vehicle (ORV) fatalities this year, half of them were found not wearing a helmet. Officials say wearing a helmet can provide...

OPP: PFD close by is not close enough

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With summer here, the OPP says a personal floatation device (PFD) is one of the most underused piece of safety equipment used in seasonal outdoor recreation. Police say more than...

Monaghan and Furry Friends golf tournament a go

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Although the COVID-19 pandemic has put many events on hold, the “Monaghan and Furry Friends Scramble” will run this month. However, there will be some notable changes to the golf...

Six teens canoeing across Ontario for Canadian food banks

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As first reported by Rosalind Russell Six ambitious teenagers from Toronto have set out on a canoe trip to raise funds for Food Banks Canada. The six, all experienced camp counsellors,...

Speeding on Highway 63 results in charges

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A 50-year-old from North Bay is facing charges after speeding down the highway, according to the OPP. Police say around 3:30 p.m., an officer saw the vehicle speeding along Highway...

Health unit recommends face coverings

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The North Bay Parry Sound is recommending, but not enforcing, the use of face coverings during the COVID-19 pandemic. Health unit officials say they recommend the use when physical distancing...

New director of Northern Operations for Stratagem Post-Production to benefit Canadore

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Jordan Schinkel has been named the new Director of Northern Operations for Stratagem Post-Production. Officials say Schinkel brings 20 years of experience to the role and will be situated in North...

Capitol Centre announces changes amid COVID-19

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Bluesfest, hosted annually in September by the Capitol Centre, is the latest event to be cancelled because of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, that’s not all, according to the Capitol Centre....

Low-barrier shelter to open at 590 Chippewa Street

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The District of Nipissing Social Services Administration Board (DNSSAB) has announced they will be continuing the services of low barrier emergency...

Air Canada bids farewell to North Bay

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Air Canada is taking off from North Bay. The air travel company announced it will be jetting away from 30 domestic...

NBACF announces funding for local organizations

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The North Bay and Area Community Foundation (NBACF) has announced $61,174.42 in grants to some local organizations. Officials say the...

Health unit confirms new case of COVID-19

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The North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit is reporting a new case of COVID-19 in the area. The new...

Change of command at 21 Wing Aerospace Control

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There’s a new commanding officer at 21 Wing Aerospace Control and Warning Squadron. Officials say Lieutenant-Colonel (LCol) Richard Jolette relinquished...

Licence plate violation results in charges for Bonfield resident

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North Bay OPP says a licence plate violation turned into multiple charges for a Bonfield resident. Officers say while on...

Charges laid in relation to May Mattawa blaze

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North Bay OPP says they had laid charges in relation to an early morning fire in Mattawa in mid-May. Police...

OPP rolling out summer traffic campaign this weekend

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Starting this weekend, the OPP will be rolling out their summer traffic campaign, which runs until July 5. Officials say...
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OPP investigating fatal structure fire in East Ferris Township

OPP
The OPP says on Wednesday around 11:00 p.m., first responders were called to a report of a residential fire on Quae-Quae Road, with a deceased person then found within the residence.

North Bay and Verner included in phase one of affordable housing pipeline

Community
In what's described as an 'unprecedented regional effort', Northern Ontario communities are joining forces to create 609 new affordable homes.

(UPDATE) Police say investigation finds no safety concerns for students

The North Bay Police Service
The North Bay Police Service says there are no ongoing safety concerns after a student threats investigation.

West Nipissing CAO highlights work done by current council

Municipality of West Nipissing
Officials with the Municipality of West Nipissing are reflecting on four years of 'progress, challenges, collaboration and investment'.

Thanksgiving Monday closures in effect locally

Community
The usual closures will be in effect on Thanksgiving Monday, as it's a Stat holiday in Ontario.
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