Matt Sookram

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North Bay conservation officer recognized by the MNR

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Provincial investigator with the Special Investigations Services Unit, Tim Rochette, has been named the Ontario Conservation Officer of the Year for 2017. Rochette has been strongly committed to protecting...

DNSSAB sends cheques ahead of potential strike

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The District of Nipissing Social Services Administration Board has sent out Ontario Works assistance cheques early. They sent out July’s monthly cheques this week in preparation of a strike or...

OPP will be out in full force for Canada Day long weekend

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Impaired driving, distracted driving, speeding and failing to use seatbelts are considered the Big Four to look for by Ontario Provincial Police. North Bay, Powassan and Mattawa OPP detachments will...

Canada Day closures and festivities

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Several closures for Canada Day on Friday; City Hall, Public Works and Services, the Merrick Landfill and the wastewater treatment plant will all be closed. There will be no transit...

Casino not likely to be built at North Bay’s waterfront

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The Kenroc Site off Memorial Drive likely won’t be the home of the North Bay casino. Mayor Al McDonald says there isn’t enough property to build a casino there.He says...

More movie making potential for North Bay at Canadore College

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A new program at Canadore College will teach students how to put together the finishing touches for a film or TV show. The college is introducing the post-production program for...

Every drop of water counts towards your bill this summer

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The city of North Bay is encouraging residents to think conservatively when using water this summer. During the dry summer months, excess usage can put a strain on the municipal...

The face lift for City Hall continues this summer

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City Hall’s Leger Square was reconstructed in 2012 and the entrance to the parking lot at was redone last year. This year there is more reconstruction work coming to City...

Blue-Green Algae bloom detected on Lake Nipissing

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A bloom of toxin producing blue-green algae has been detected in Lake Nipissing. The North Bay Parry Sound District Health...

MNRF taking bear wise initiatives to municipal councils

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The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry are trying to make sure everyone is “bear wise” this summer. Representatives are...

Road Hockey tournament at Lee Park will be biggest tournament ever in North Bay

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The biggest road hockey tournament the city has ever seen is taking place this fall. The 2016 YMCA Road Hockey...

NBRCH recognized for patient safety

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There are only four Patient Safety Awards given out across North America every year, and one was awarded to...

Casino location expected to be discussed at Planning Advisory Committee meeting

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Voices on both sides of the casino issue are expected for the next Planning Advisory Committee. An area of land...

Battalion draft defenceman in CHL Import Draft

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The North Bay Battalion has selected Adam Thilander from Sweden in the CHL Import Draft. The Troops picked the six-foot...

Two North Bay residents arrested on drug charges

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North Bay Police have seized seven grams of cocaine and about $1,000 at a home on Second Avenue East. Police...

Sleep Country Canada opens new store and donates new beds in North Bay

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The Nipissing Transition House is getting 21 twin mattresses and the accessories to go with them thanks to Sleep...
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Latest News

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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