Report North Bay Staff

The North Bay Police Service (NBPS) and the City of North Bay are advising residents of a film production taking place on August 27 to 31, 2026. Filming will occur: * 480 McIntyre St W from Thurs, Aug 27 at 5:00 pm to 4:00 am Fri, Aug 28 * 320

The North Bay Police Service (NBPS) has arrested a man following an altercation that escalated when he allegedly sprayed bear spray at three individuals, resulting in two receiving medical treatment and one being transported to hospital. On August 26 at approximately 10:00 p.m., a verbal altercation near Fraser

By Richard Coffin The Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM) is expressing concern after RYAM announced a temporary shutdown at its industrial complex in Témiscaming. The company says the economic shutdown takes effect Sept. 15 and is due to the impact of new U.S. tariffs.  The plant produces cellulose,

By Richard Coffin We’re learning more about provincial funding announced earlier this week for Les Compagnons des francs loisirs. The Ontario Government is investing $50,000 to help develop a dedicated workspace for Francophone small businesses and organizations of all ages in Nipissing. “The Francophone Community Grants Program is

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

By Richard Coffin Direct impact on jobs in our area. The implementation of U.S. tariffs is having a direct impact on jobs in our area. RYAM confirms a temporary economic shutdown of operations at its Témiscaming site, effective Sept. 12.  The plant produces cellulose, pulp, and coated paperboard. Officials

Born March 24, 1936 At Mattawa on Monday August 24, 2026 at 90 years of age. Wife of late Victor Cliche (deceased 1969). Left to mourn her loss are her children Gerard and Pierrette (Jean-Marc Belanger). Also to mourn her loss is her grandson Jason (Heidi); Jason was her pride

Peacefully passed away, knowing she was deeply loved, at Northern Heights Community in North Bay on Monday, August 24, 2026, at the age of 95 years. Barbara was the beloved wife of the late Willis Dave Laronde and loving mother of Mary Elizabeth Laronde, David Dennis Laronde (Carolyn), the late

Passed away suddenly at the North Bay Regional Health Centre on Monday August 24th 2026, at the age of 71. Loving sister of Diane, Robert (Carole Couture) and Joyce MacKinnon (Don-deceased). She will be sadly missed by good friend Robert Russell and her many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her

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