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Workplace incident being investigated in Rutherglen
By Richard Coffin
There are only a few details, but Ontario’s Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development confirms it was notified Wednesday of a workplace incident that occurred at Columbia Forest Products in Rutherglen.
A ministry inspector has been assigned to investigate.
Officials say as the investigation
Drug and weapons-related charges filed after traffic stop
City powering up McKeown/McNamara traffic signals
Weekend fun includes Smoke ‘N’ Spurs and Powassan Fall Fair
OPP patrolling roads, waterways and trails this long weekend
City preparing parkette for plaque installation
CGB North Bay Encourages Community to Keep the Momentum Going
Ontario Investing Over $17 Million to Protect Forestry Jobs in the North
West Nile Virus confirmed in horse in Parry Sound district
Sports
Canadore College names Sylvie Laperrière head coach of Panthers Women’s Volleyball
Canadore College is pleased to announce Sylvie Laperrière as the new head coach of the Panthers Women’s Volleyball team.
A respected coach, former varsity athlete and two-time Canadore graduate, Laperrière brings extensive experience developing athletes at the provincial, club and secondary-school levels. A bilingual Certified Development Volleyball Coach, she
2026 Battalion Marching Orders – Adam Dennis
Local talent stands out at Voodoos camp
Senior Ravens back on the gridiron
North Bay football players return home with CJFL exhibition game
Troops land Van Bommel
Rossetto added to ranks
Elite hockey development camp being hosted in North Bay
Front office adjustments for the North Bay Battalion
Voodoos goalie heading to Niagara University
Upcoming Events
Weekend fun includes Smoke ‘N’ Spurs and Powassan Fall Fair
By Richard Coffin
Saddle up!
The Smoke ‘N’ Spurs Festival and the Powassan Fall Fair are offering plenty of activities and entertainment for area residents this weekend.
Smoke ‘N’ Spurs returns to the Anderson Event Park outside Mattawa, Sept. 4-6.
Along with the rodeo, there’s wrestling, freestyle motocross, ATV
Transport yourself into a fantastical world at the 4th ever Studio Ghibli North
NORTH BAY FALLS INTO ITS NEXT SEASON OF NOTHING. NOWHERE. EVERYWHERE
Paving Scheduled for O’Brien, Algonquin and McKeown
North Bay Overdose Awareness Day event taking place Aug. 31
Ready to open its doors
Annual nature festival takes place on Saturday
Filming to close Thomson Park Friday and most of Saturday
Nine Fringe shows and more lined up this week
Annual city police bike rodeo returns in two weeks
North Bay
Drug and weapons-related charges filed after traffic stop
By Richard Coffin
North Bay Police report a traffic stop has led to charges, including drug possession for the purpose of trafficking, for two city residents.
Police say at approximately 9:30 am on Aug. 31, a vehicle was pulled over in the area of Laurier Avenue and Fisher Street.
City powering up McKeown/McNamara traffic signals
OPP patrolling roads, waterways and trails this long weekend
City preparing parkette for plaque installation
CGB North Bay Encourages Community to Keep the Momentum Going
Nipissing University researchers secure over $1.3 million in federal funding
$10,000 donation supporting the North Bay Food Bank
Winter-themed youth art contest supporting palliative care
Fatal collision on Highway 17 East Monday
Highway 17 East of North Bay reopened
Local Business
80% year-over-year increase in job postings in July
By Richard Coffin
Job postings in July saw big gains year-over-year in Nipissing.
The Labour Market Group reports 839 job postings that month.
That’s up 80% compared to July last year and nearly 15% month-over-month.
Port North Bay - Fully Furnished affordable modern Office Suites and Virtual Offices Available
Ontario Marks First Access to Nickel Ore at the Craig Mine Onaping Depth Expansion
Canada imposes tariffs on $27.6 billion in U.S. goods, unveils $7.5-billion aid package
Chamber wants to hear from businesses impacted by new tariffs
Uber arrives across the northeast
Trump threatens new tariffs, attacks Carney and Ford as trade war escalates
Ontario and Canada Investing $1 Billion to Build More Homes
Area First Nations join discussions regarding potential reopening of Kearney Graphite mine
U.S. delays Canadian tariffs three days as Trump claims trade deal
LMG reports ‘significant expansion’ in summer hiring activity
Spotlight
Blue-Green Algae Bloom Callander Bay
Blue-Green Algae Bloom Callander Bay. Sampling undertaken by the MECP has confirmed the presence of harmful blue-green algae. The North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit (Health Unit) is advising residents and visitors of Callander Bay to use caution when using the lake water.
Port North Bay - Fully Furnished
Streetscapes winners announced
Peter Chirico Announces He Will Not Seek Re-election in 2026
Tanya Vrebosch announces candidacy for North Bay Council
Johanne Brousseau Files Nomination for North Bay City Council
A Proven Record, A New Chapter and a Stronger North Bay
City Council Must Keep Economic Development at the Forefront
Filming Project to Use Replica Firearms and Have a Simulated Crime Scene, and Simulated Violence
Should governments re-examine remote rail service in Algoma?
Potential Sherman Tank display at Lee Park would honour Algonquin Regiment
News
Workplace incident being investigated in Rutherglen
By Richard Coffin
There are only a few details, but Ontario’s Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development confirms it was notified Wednesday of a workplace incident that occurred at Columbia Forest Products in Rutherglen.
A ministry inspector has been assigned to investigate.
Officials say as the investigation
Ontario Investing Over $17 Million to Protect Forestry Jobs in the North
West Nile Virus confirmed in horse in Parry Sound district
FONOM calls on governments to work on bail reform
Investigation underway into fraudulent treaty distribution claims
Ontario Launches Student and Family Support Offices at All School Boards
Témiscaming mayor highlights ‘tremendous potential’ of industrial site
Forest sector and highways focus of FONOM discussion with province
Reward offered after bear carving stolen from Beaucage Park trail
