Local News

Applications are now open for the Speaker’s Book Award which recognizes works by Ontario authors reflecting the diverse culture and rich history of the province and of its residents, Nipissing MPP Vic Fedeli says in a news release.

File photo. Chasing a moose to death has resulted in hefty fines for a pair of local residents.

But if you're at Sunset Park Beach, if ya gotta go, ya gotta go someplace else. The city's Parks and Rec department issued a news release that will affect men peeing in the park.

Powassan OPP are investigating a single motor vehicle collision that happened on Highway 11, South Himsworth Township yesterday at approximately 9:48 p.m..

Renowned local artist Keith Campbell is one of six finalists for one of the most prestigious awards in his field: the Premier's Award for Excellence in the Arts. The ceremony is being held at Roy Thomson Hall on Sept. 16.

Hwy 17 near the Bonfield turnoff between Maple Road and Hwy 531 is now open. North Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police advised that the road re-opened around 3:30 p.m.

North Bay Police have charged a North Bay man in connection with a break and enter that took place in an apartment on Worthington Street East on Friday evening. At 8:45 p.m.

Here's a driving lesson for crooks --- don't feel so guilty that you swerve your getaway vehicle in front of the guys trying to catch you.

A North Bay man has been fined a total of $1,500 for deer hunting offences. According to the MNRF, David Munro pleaded guilty to charges under the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act and associated regulations.

Volleyballers are very pleased with their Summer in the Park tournament. Photos by Jeff Turl . “We had great weather, we had great entertainment, our downtown was alive, the city was buzzing and the hotels were full. It was a fantastic weekend.