Coronavirus (COVID-19) Local News

The library remains open during March Break but no programming is offered this year due to construction

The newly formed Nipissing District Soccer Club has announced that it is suspending all sanctioned soccer activities due to the COVID-19 situation

'We want to reassure everyone that currently the risk in Ontario as well as the North Bay-Parry Sound District, remains low'

Minor hockey will join junior hockey and the NHL in cancelling operations

The league announced the season has been 'paused' until further notice

'We did have five staff attend PDAC. We’ve asked them to work from home until they’re cleared. They have complied, and I am happy to report that no one is showing any symptoms today' Canadore College president George Burton

"The safety of our patients, staff, physicians and volunteers continues to be our number one priority'

"It’s obviously something we take seriously, and it is a serious matter and we want to make sure the safety of our players is at the forefront.”

The virus has had a major effect on the sporting world in general, leading to cancellations and games with no fans

'Having a confirmed case in our area is not unexpected given the transmission of this virus around the world'