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VIDEO: A public demonstration against privatizing healthcare

VIDEO: A public demonstration against privatizing healthcare

Hospital workers staged an anti-privatization demonstration at Nipissing MPP Vic Fedeli's constituency office in response to what they say is government expansion of private, for-profit healthcare services
Rainfall warning replaces severe thunderstorm warning

Rainfall warning replaces severe thunderstorm warning

Although the higher rainfall totals are expected to remain well north of North Bay, there are indications some areas have received over 50 mm of rain and may receive additional amounts of 30 to 50 mm, including New Liskeard, Kirkland Lake and Mattawa
LCBO no longer plans to open 32 stores amid ongoing strike

LCBO no longer plans to open 32 stores amid ongoing strike

Ontario's main liquor retailer said Sunday it has abandoned plans to open a handful of locations for in-store shopping amid the ongoing strike by thousands of its employees.
Trappers AAA making changes

Trappers AAA making changes

'AAA hockey in the north is evolving and as such we must evolve as an association'
ENDED Severe thunderstorm warning in effect

ENDED Severe thunderstorm warning in effect

Expect strong winds gusts up to 90 km/h and nickel to toonie size hail  There is also the risk that a tornado may occur this afternoon and early this evening. Severe thunderstorms are expected to develop and track through the region today
NBPS: Intruder with firearm confronted in residence

NBPS: Intruder with firearm confronted in residence

The victim, while outside her residence, observed the accused inside. The victim and a witness entered the residence and a physical altercation between them and the accused occurred. During the altercation, the victim and witness seized a handgun
North Bay and Area Community Foundation announces annual grants

North Bay and Area Community Foundation announces annual grants

'Our Annual Community Grants Program aims at providing much-needed support to a wide range of local charitable organizations. We are honoured to announce that through our latest round of grants, we have been able to provide over $173,000 in support of 25 projects'
Voodoos ink young defender

Voodoos ink young defender

‘I'm a strong defenceman who likes to use my size and strength as an advantage in our end dealing with opponents and blocking pucks‘
Lovers' lane? Creative couple's winning art projects adorn overpass

Lovers' lane? Creative couple's winning art projects adorn overpass

The Lakeshore Drive overpass banner project features 14 artworks created by local artists — including two who take the term 'labour of love' to the next level
Provincial park free day-use access available this week

Provincial park free day-use access available this week

Ontario is offering free admission on July 19 as part of Healthy Parks Healthy People Day at many parks across the province