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North Bay Overdose Awareness Day event taking place Aug. 31
By Richard Coffin
International Overdose Awareness Day is on Monday with the community invited to a local event outside of city hall.
Officials say they’re honouring and remembering those lost, supporting those who are struggling & grieving, and creating space for community connection, resources, and compassion.
The event runs
Chamber Meet the Candidates session set for Oct. 13
Nipissing-Timiskaming MP says priority is on impacted RYAM employees
Filming Project to Use Replica Firearms and Have a Simulated Crime Scene, and Simulated Violence
Bear Spray Discharged During Altercation; One Arrested
FONOM says RYAM shutdown will have regional impacts
More details on provincial funding for Les Compagnons
Reward offered after bear carving stolen from Beaucage Park trail
Temporary shutdown at RYAM in Témiscaming due to U.S. tariffs
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
North Bay Overdose Awareness Day event taking place Aug. 31
By Richard Coffin
International Overdose Awareness Day is on Monday with the community invited to a local event outside of city hall.
Officials say they’re honouring and remembering those lost, supporting those who are struggling & grieving, and creating space for community connection, resources, and compassion.
The event runs
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
Golf tournament supporting the North Bay Food Bank
North Bay Residents Invited to Celebrate Streetscapes 2026 Award Finalists
JK students can learn all about school bus safety next week
Film production calling ‘batter up’ with urgent casting call
North Bay
Chamber Meet the Candidates session set for Oct. 13
By Richard Coffin
The North Bay and District Chamber of Commerce is providing voters in the city with the opportunity to talk with the 30 people vying for a spot around the council table.
The business group is teaming up with Cogeco for a 2026 Candidates Meet and Greet on
Nipissing-Timiskaming MP says priority is on impacted RYAM employees
Filming Project to Use Replica Firearms and Have a Simulated Crime Scene, and Simulated Violence
Bear Spray Discharged During Altercation; One Arrested
FONOM says RYAM shutdown will have regional impacts
More details on provincial funding for Les Compagnons
Blue and You Sports Camp Wraps Up Seven Weeks of Summer Activities for Local Youth
E-Bike and E-Scooter Safety: Know the Rules and Share the Road
Lotto Max ticket sold in North Bay worth $100,000
Funding for arts and culture in Nipissing
Local Business
Canada imposes tariffs on $27.6 billion in U.S. goods, unveils $7.5-billion aid package
By John White
The federal government announced tariffs on $27.6 billion in U.S. goods and a $7.5-billion support package Tuesday in Ottawa to help Canadian businesses and workers withstand the escalating trade war.
Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne announced the counter-tariffs at Ideal Roofing, while Industry Minister Mélanie
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
Jack Garland Airport quickly becoming pilot training hub
Chamber hosting ‘Coffee with the CEO’ next week
Spotlight
Streetscapes winners announced
By Richard Coffin
Clean Green Beautiful North Bay is honouring the finalists and winners of this year’s Streetscapes initiative.
A recognition event was held Sunday at Laporte’s Nursery and Greenhouse.
Nipissing Serenity Hospice won the ‘Business Category’ while 921 Douglas Street won ‘Edible Garden’ honours.
Port North Bay
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
WFCU secures naming rights of North Bay’s new sports complex
News
Reward offered after bear carving stolen from Beaucage Park trail
By Richard Coffin
Nipissing First Nation is asking for the public’s help locating a bear carving that was stolen from the new walking trail in Beaucage Park.
Officials say a $500 reward is being offered for information leading to the recovery of the carving.
They also say security cameras
Temporary shutdown at RYAM in Témiscaming due to U.S. tariffs
Powassan Fall Fair receives donation from Northern farm group
Dolly Parton, country music icon and philanthropist, dies at 80
Uber arrives across the northeast
Trump threatens new tariffs, attacks Carney and Ford as trade war escalates
Les Compagnons one of 75 provincial funding recipients
West Nipissing says John Street reconstruction is impacting water service Monday and Tuesday
Canada vows dollar-for-dollar retaliation as 50-per-cent U.S. tariffs take effect
