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• MPP Vic Fedeli announces $75,000 to support seniors activities in Nipissing

  11-07-2026 20:45 via nugget.ca
  
  Nipissing MPP Vic Fedeli announced that the Ontario government is investing $75,000 to support three local senior’s programs. This funding provided through the Seniors Community Grants Projects will help seniors stay fit, active, healthy, and socially connected in Nipissing.“The Ontario government recognizes the importance of investing in senior’s programs, services, and activities that support the health and well-being of seniors across the province,” says Fedeli. &ldqu
  
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• Ontario government providing over $90,000 to support arts and culture in Nipissing

  11-07-2026 20:18 via nugget.ca
  
  Nipissing MPP Vic Fedeli announced that the Ontario government is investing over $90,000 through the Ontario Arts Council (OAC) project grants and the Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund (OCAF). This support is part of the government’s plan to protect Ontario by supporting workers, businesses and communities in the face of ongoing economic uncertainty.“Our government understands the important role professional artists play in fostering dynamic and thriving communities across Ontario,&
  
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• Veteran pilot killed fighting N.W.T. wildfire was a trusted leader and patient mentor

  11-07-2026 18:50 via baytoday.ca
  
  A veteran pilot killed last month in a plane crash while fighting a wildfire in the Northwest Territories is being remembered as an expert in his field who kept a cool head under stress.
  
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• Typhoon Bavi makes landfall in eastern China as more than 1 million are evacuated

  11-07-2026 18:05 via baytoday.ca
  
  BEIJING (AP) — Typhoon Bavi made landfall in China’s eastern province of Zhejiang late on Saturday night and was expected to gradually weaken, state media reported.
  
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• From torn mesh to broken tent poles, practical fixes for outdoor gear

  11-07-2026 17:00 via baytoday.ca
  
  From portable camp chairs to tent pole splints and self-adhesive patches, outdoors enthusiasts across northern Ontario say comfort and preparedness often come down to a few lightweight items. This week, Back Roads Bill rounds up gear and repair ideas that don’t take up much space
  
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• 'Much better deal': U.S. President Donald Trump confirms Gordie Howe bridge opening

  11-07-2026 16:50 via baytoday.ca
  
  U.S. President Donald Trump is confirming the Gordie Howe International Bridge connecting Ontario to Michigan will open July 27.Trump said in an overnight post on Truth Social that he was able to cut a much better deal for the United States.
  
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• Build it, and they came : new twin-pad arena lands major AAA tournaments

  11-07-2026 15:55 via nugget.ca
  
  The “build it and they will come” philosophy is already becoming reality in North Bay, where the city’s twin-pad arena has already helped secure two major AAA hockey tournaments.The new twin-pad facility is expected to open next month.“In the first year of the new rink alone we are now able to host two major AAA events that will bring up to 20 teams for 1,000 hotel nights and endless restaurant and other tourism benefits,” said Mark Lockhart, President of the North
  
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• Thirteen unresolved items still left on North Bay council's list

  11-07-2026 13:57 via nugget.ca
  
  There is still quite of unfinished business left on this council’s desk.Thirteen items are listed on Matters Remaining on Various Committees List.And with six weeks left to go before final nomination day August 21, time is ticking.The list includes several top election topics such as Castle Arms, the future of West Ferris Arena and master plan update and Algonquin Avenue Traffic Study.There are three remaining issues in general government – Castle Arms, proposed amendment to Indemni
  
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• Ottawa mum on joining legal case against Trump's sanctioning of Canadian ICC judge

  11-07-2026 12:20 via baytoday.ca
  
  OTTAWA — Ottawa won't say whether it will intervene in support of a Winnipeg-born global judge who is asking a U.S. court to reverse sanctions ordered by U.S.
  
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• How the federal government’s proposed digital regulator would work

  11-07-2026 12:20 via baytoday.ca
  
  OTTAWA — Ottawa has plans to create a sweeping new digital regulator, which would enforce both online safety and privacy rules and take over oversight for tech companies from the privacy commissioner.
  
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• Carney heading to Alberta for Calgary Stampede

  11-07-2026 12:20 via baytoday.ca
  
  CALGARY — On the heels of his latest trip abroad, Prime Minister Mark Carney is heading to Alberta for the Calgary Stampede.
  
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• Ahead of Stampede visit, Carney reiterates bid for unity to solve energy crisis

  11-07-2026 12:20 via baytoday.ca
  
  CALGARY — Prime Minister Mark Carney doubled down on his call for national co-operation to tackle a "threefold energy crisis" before his planned appearance Saturday at the Calgary Stampede.
  
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• 15 Indian tourists were killed after a speedboat capsized in southern Vietnam

  11-07-2026 12:05 via baytoday.ca
  
  HANOI, Vietnam (AP) — Authorities in southern Vietnam say 15 Indian tourists have died after their speedboat capsized.
  
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• Highway 1 reopens in Fraser Canyon as crews battle B.C. wildfires

  11-07-2026 10:20 via baytoday.ca
  
  Highway 1 has reopened in British Columbia's Fraser Canyon as crews continue to battle twin wildfires.
  
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• Crews battling B.C. wildfires get weather break with cooler temps and lighter winds

  11-07-2026 10:20 via baytoday.ca
  
  Two wildfires continue to threaten communities in British Columbia's Fraser Canyon, even though the winds have died down a bit.
  
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• Trump threatens Iran after Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral saw open calls for his killing

  11-07-2026 06:05 via baytoday.ca
  
  DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump threatened Iran on Saturday after the funeral of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei saw open calls for his killing.
  
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• Saskatchewan grounding 3 wildfire planes that are same model as one in N.W.T. crash

  11-07-2026 01:50 via baytoday.ca
  
  REGINA — Saskatchewan is pausing three planes from wildfire missions because of a fatal crash involving the same aircraft model in the Northwest Territories.
  
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• BR-BCNU-Job-Action

  11-07-2026 01:50 via baytoday.ca
  
  VICTORIA — Special mediators have been appointed to help settle the British Columbia nurses' dispute but the union says its members are not backing off from their plans to expand job actions to Vancouver Island.
  
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• West Vancouver man wanted for U.S. crimes has been arrested in France

  11-07-2026 01:20 via baytoday.ca
  
  VANCOUVER — A West Vancouver man named in an American indictment as part of a multipronged investigation into international organized crime has been arrested in France.
  
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