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Flu cases on the rise

Flu cases on the rise

The number of people with the flu is rising in the North Bay Parry Sound District. Kendra Carswell, Public Health Nurse with Communicable Disease Control at the Health Unit, explains the flu season so far.
City budget talks begin

City budget talks begin

Don Rennick of the North Bay Tax Payers' Association makes a public presentation during Monday night's council meeting at City Hall.
Large drug seizure

Large drug seizure

On Saturday, OPP Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau and the, North Bay Drug Unit conducted a vehicle stop on Highway 11 in the Municipality of Callander. the action came as a result of a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act investigation.
Two halls of Fame looking for new homes

Two halls of Fame looking for new homes

The North Bay Musicians and Entertainers Hall of Recognition is looking for it's third home in 11 years. President Don Brose (Don Brose and the Chords) says his group has been told it must vacate a hallway at Northgate by April.
Jobs for new grads

Jobs for new grads

The application period for the Ontario Internship Program (OIP) which offers opportunities to youth and new professionals is now open, Nipissing MPP Vic Fedeli said today.
Man faces domestic assault charges

Man faces domestic assault charges

An argument between a man and his female partner, in their North Bay home Friday night quickly turned violent.. Police say the accused used an edged weapon in the fight.
Warming Centre open this week

Warming Centre open this week

North Bay's severe cold temperatures have led the Warming Centre at St. John's Church to open for the next four nights, Monday through Thursday.
Marquardt preparing to unveil first album

Marquardt preparing to unveil first album

North Bay Country artist Cory Marquardt is amped for the release of his first Country Music Album.
Freedom to speak out on matters of public interest under scrutiny

Freedom to speak out on matters of public interest under scrutiny

The Protection of Public Participation Act would give Ontario courts a more effective process for identifying and dealing with strategic lawsuits.
Purrfect Companions

Purrfect Companions

Panther has a forever home. On a recent visit to the North Bay and District Humane Society, I got my fill of purring from some cuddly cats. When I stepped into the cat room, I was approached with vigor by many felines.