Local News

The Traffic section of the North Bay Police Service has issued a news release this morning about the bylaw dealing with bicycles on sidewalks.

Jason Brock demonstrates the Chapman Stick, a hybrid musical instrument combining elements of guitar, bass, piano and percussion.

Paul Goulet (L) and Bernie Vierich are returning to their hometown of North Bay after long absences to join Ontera. Photos submitted. Photo montage by Phil Novak.

A robbery complaint has lead to the seizure of cocaine and marijuana.

Sgt. Rick Dubeau (r), chief negotiator for the North Bay Police Association, and William Ferguson, chairman of the North Bay Police Services Board. Photos and montage by Phil Novak.

Four Florida hurricanes spared this mobile home owned by Erma Stevens, of North Bay. Photo submitted.

North Bay Police Service are investigating a three-car collision which took place around 5 p.m. today on Fisher Street, just past Worthington. No injuries have been reported.

The city will begin to “ramp up” safety measures on former CN land it owns between Wyld and Ferguson streets, solicitor Mike Burke told the Community Services Committee Monday night. North Bay purchased the land and the rail trestles for $1 from CN.

These three Nipissing University professors have received a combined total of almost $139,000 in research grants. (L-R)Ann-Barbara Graff, Kees Boterbloem and Francoise Noel. Photos submitted. Photo montage by Phil Novak.

Cyclists riding their bikes on city sidewalks could be fined $50 under a penalty clause added to North Bay’s traffic and parking bylaw. Council’s General Government Committee approved the fine at the committee meeting of council Monday night.