By Richard Coffin With the recent heavy rain and localized flooding, residents on private drinking water systems are being urged to test their drinking water. The North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit says significant weather events, such as flooding and heavy rain can overwhelm natural soil filtration and introduce

The Northern Ontario Junior Hockey League (NOJHL) announced Monday that the Greater Sudbury Cubs trio, featuring forwards Briir Long and Mason Walker, along with defenceman Spencer Horgan, have been named the Rogers 3 Stars of the Week, for the period ending April 19. Briir Long, (F) Greater Sudbury Cubs – Piling

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 A 22‑year‑old resident of Orillia is facing several charges in North Bay after an intimate partner violence investigation, which also saw police recover a handgun from a vehicle. Last Friday, at approximately 10:30 p.m., members of the North Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)

Province taking next step to reduce delays and regulatory burdens to build a stronger, more competitive and more resilient economy The Ontario government introduced the Protecting Ontario’s Workers and Economic Resilience Act, 2026 (POWER Act). This legislation and associated policies would, if passed, take the next step in the

By Brooke Bertrand Stress Awareness Month? In THIS Economy?? Say Less! We are already aware of our stress. Very, extremely, overwhelmingly aware. What we need now is each other.  And the Joy Train. Every April, the wellness industrial complex swings open its arms and declares it Stress Awareness Month. Candles