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  • Spread the Word: Frontier College is looking for Volunteers!
    Frontier College is Canada's oldest literacy organization: we've been active in communities since 1899, having started in the far North (Canada's "Frontiers") in mining and logging camps by four young people who wanted to help their co-workers learn how to read and write. In North Bay, we host a nu
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  • "Kick me"...please.
    I have always been one for "words" rather than action. That mindset to my father was more than irritable, him being former Cdn Navy, and would set off confrontations of life between us more often than necessary. I was a pretty stubborn lil kid, but the vast size , and presence my father gave in co
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  • noisy waterfront...
    I would like to comment on the complaints at the local waterfront regarding the noise, especially during the summertime.Firs​off, it is not an every day thing. It is just during special events like heritage days, canada day, etc.,so the complaints are ridiculous and trivial. First off, w
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  • Plaid Shirts and Faded Jeans
    School begins in a few days and the kids have been treated to brand new tote bags…binders, pencil crayons, and the like. It’s the same every year…and they each get several new outfits bought, pants, sweaters and dresses for the girl. This costs money and fortunately we have enough to go around…but
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  • BED BUGS IN LOCAL MOTEL!
    Ever heard of the expression don't let the bed bug bite? Well that certainly is true at a local motel. I have seen and been bitten in an infested room. I had bites all over my legs, all over my chest and arms. I am positive they are bed bugs because I did my research about them and found some of the
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Quilt Show raises money for digital mammography  Share Comments Photos 
Updated 9 hours ago
Tiny hands are taking up a cause and continuing a legacy one stitch at a time. Quilters say more children are taking up the artistry of fabric stitching, and their work will be among more than 170 pieces on display during the Quilts by the Bay show this weekend. [more]
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Protest by Florida pastor is disturbing - LETTERShare Comments 
Updated 14 hours ago
I was disturbed to hear of the plan by Florida Pastor Terry Jones to burn the Qur'an on September 11 as a way of protesting Muslim Sharia law. The burning of the Koran is like destroying the teachings of Jesus whose ministry and message was all about compassion, peace and love of neighbour. [more]
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Council far from lameShare Comments 
Posted 7 hours ago
With nine incumbents so far seeking re-election, North Bay city council is no longer at risk of becoming a "lame duck." Council would have reached lame duck status as of 2 p.m. Friday when nominations close had fewer incumbents not filed their papers. [more]
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Artist inspired by loss: Area woman to exhibit three pieces in ItalyShare Comments 
Posted 7 hours ago
Michelle LaRiviere's artwork comes from personal experience. But the result is universal. "My work focuses on the human condition within the context of the fragmented family. It explores universal themes of loss, change and longing," she said. [more]
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Students lend hand in Costa Rica — PHOTO GALLERYShare Comments Photos 
Updated 15 hours ago
There's nothing quite like hauling construction materials up and down steep hills in the midst of the Costa Rica rain forest. Just ask any of the 15 members of the Duke of Edinburgh Awards team from North Bay. [more]
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Woman throws hat into mayor’s raceShare Comments 
Posted 7 hours ago
Valerie G. Chadbourne says she knows what voters want. She officially entered the North Bay mayoral race Wednesday afternoon at city hall. "I think people want change, they want sustainable jobs, green space, quality of life and they want their voice to be heard," Chadbourne said. [more]
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East Ferris gets its battle taxiShare 
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EAST FERRIS — A 10-tonne "tin can" rolled into town Wednesday, and Bob Mills couldn't be happier. "I can't believe it's here," Mills said as he watched two tow trucks manoeuvre the decommissioned M113 armoured personnel carrier into position at the community's new cenotaph and heritage park. [more]
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Waiting ‘just terrible’: It could be weeks before Aho family knows identity of remainsShare 
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Waiting for information on the identity of human remains found last week in West Nipissing has been agonizing for the Aho family. Terry and Pat Aho have been waiting to find out if the remains discovered around Lac Clair Road and Lafond Road area are those of their 32-year-old son Robbie. [more]
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Keep the gun registry - LETTERShare Comments 
Updated 14 hours ago
I appreciate the way Nipissing MP Anthony Rota has helped fine tune Liberal policy on gun control. [more]
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A tip to the newspaper industry - LETTERShare Comments 
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It's no secret that the newspaper industry is floundering. More and more content is available online and most of us can get our fill of news from the radio or the evening news. [more]
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Police release more information about human remainsShare Comments 
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On September 2nd 2010, the West Nipissing Police Service responded to the Lac Clair Road and Lafond Road area to investigate the discovery of found human remains. The police received a complaint from a local resident who discovered the remains while walking in a wooded area near the roadway. [more]
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Drop off unwanted electronics at Memorial Gardens on SaturdayShare 
Updated 18 hours ago
If yard sale junkies won't even take your beat up boom box, it's time to get rid of it without kicking it to the curb. The Ontario Electronic Stewardship plans to kick off its provincewide mobile electronics recycling tour during an outdoor event with games and prizes Saturday from 9 a.m. [more]
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Police investigating armed robbery in Bonfield  Share Comments Photos 
Updated 15 hours ago
BONFIELD — Ontario Provincial Police are investigating an armed robbery Monday at the Kwik Way. Police say a man wearing a disguise walked into the store at about 5:40 p.m. He produced a knife and left with money and cigarettes. [more]
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Good councillors are inquisitive with strong backbones — POINT OF VIEWShare Comments 
Posted 15 hours ago
Wanted: A town councillor who will represent me. This thought must be inside many Ontario hearts as the nomination deadline draws closer. Not the least problem is Canadians do not understand democracy. [more]
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19 candidates for councilShare Comments 
Updated 12 hours ago
Two more candidates have filed their nomination papers for the Oct. 25 municipal election in North Bay, bringing to 19 the number of choices voters will have. Michael Linkie and Mark King filed their papers Tuesday. [more]
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The messes in municipalities — JOHN R. HUNT's On the RocksShare Comments 
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Cooks, colleges, cops and a mishmash of angry drivers plus a constantly growing mob of fired municipal employees. It sounds like the journalistic version of an experimental stew whipped up in the promised but undelivered Cobalt cooking school. [more]
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Street racing charges add upShare Comments 
Updated 18 hours ago
Stunt drivers who use provincial highways as a racetrack are learning the hard away about the cost of fast driving. Two more people were added to that list over the long weekend. [more]
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Ex-Cat Pelletier reflects on recordShare Comments 
Updated 8 hours ago
Butch Pelletier could hardly believe his record was able to stand the test of time for so long. But after 43 years, Pelletier's single-season touchdown standard is now a thing of the past with the conclusion of the 2010 NFC season Aug. [more]
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Roster spots at a premium for LakersShare Photos 
Updated 14 hours ago
There's more at play at Memorial Gardens than what is happening on the ice. [more]
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Council stands firmShare Comments 
Posted 20 hours ago
West Ferris residents aren't giving up the fight against the redevelopment of Tweedsmuir Park despite a final vote Monday reinforcing council's previous decision to move forward with the plan. [more]
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Council idles on 4-way stop — HAVE YOUR SAYShare Comments 
Updated 15 hours ago
It will likely be another two weeks before council considers a staff recommendation to install a four-way stop at Jane and Clarence streets. [more]