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It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Johny Vautour on August 26, 2025. A loving husband, father, and friend, Johny lived a life full of warmth, dedication, and generosity. Johny is survived by Lorraine Marleau-Vautour, and his treasured sons, Dalton Marleau-Vautour (Alexis) and Nathan Marleau (Nikki)

The Powassan Voodoos have signed North Bay U18 AAA Trappers graduating defender Jackson Culin, the Voodoos announced today.   The 18-year-old North Bay product, who was the Trappers captain, produced three goals and added 19 assists for 22 points in 2024-25.   The 6'1", 196 pounds left hand shot

As students settle into a new school year, the North Bay Police Service (NBPS) is reminding college and university students to stay vigilant against fraud and scams. Scammers often target students seeking rentals, textbooks, electronics, or financial assistance, and NBPS is here to help you avoid becoming a victim. Common

Ontario’s New Democrats say it’s time for the province to deliver on making highways 11 and 17 safer. They’re calling on the Ford Government to implement the NDP’s Northern Highway Strategy following the latest push on highway improvements from the Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM)

Dreamcoat Fantasy Theatre is putting out the call for help in relocating a connection to its past. The children’s charity and community theatre group says more than 4,000 photos, most of them irreplaceable, were among the items stolen from a car at their Birches Road storage location on

With the long weekend comes the usual stat holiday closures on Monday. That includes most retail outlets and government offices, like city hall. There’s no garbage or recycling pick-up on Labour Day. Stay Informed - Subscribe for Free – Click here It’ll be delayed a day through the rest

The last long weekend of the summer is here with provincial police across the northeast asking drivers to plan ahead, be patient and make safe driving decisions. The OPP says with increased long weekend traffic comes increased enforcement as they keep tabs on the ‘big four’ causes of collisions and

The Smoke ‘N’ Spurs Festival is back this weekend. It’s the second year the event is being held at the Anderson Event Park in Papineau-Cameron Township. Officials say last year’s event brought in approximately 4,000 people from across Ontario. Stay Informed - Subscribe for Free – Click here

Peacefully passed away surrounded by the love of her family at the Nipissing Serenity Hospice (North Bay) on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at the age of 71 years. Sharon was the loving mother to Mathieu Lanouette, Andrew Lanouette (Erin), and Amanda Lanouette. She was the cherished grandma to Christopher, Jordan,

Early Bird Pricing Deadline is this Sunday, August 31st! REGISTER NOW TO ENJOY THE EARLY BIRD RATE Don’t miss your chance to save! Early Bird registration for the 19th Annual Our Hospital Walk/Run, presented by Plenary Health, closes Sunday, August 31st. Taking place Sunday, September 28, 2025, this