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• NewsAlert: Millard must serve 75 years in prison before able to apply for parole

  18-12-2018 17:05 via baytoday.ca
  TORONTO — A twice-convicted murderer has been sentenced to a third term of life in prison for killing his father. The sentence means Dellen Millard will not be eligible to apply for parole for 75 years.
  
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• Former drug users warn of deadly dangers lurking in today's street drugs in North Bay

  01-09-2026 21:56 via nugget.ca
  
  Former drug users who have spent years in jail and now say they’ve turned their lives around are warning that today’s street drugs are different – users may not be getting what they think they’re buying, rather something far more dangerous.Darren Hutchinson, Lisa Snider, Brian Pascoe have lost some of the most important people in their lives from drug overdoses.Hutchinson and Pascoe said they themselves died from overdoses. But they were two of the few lucky ones who live
  
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• Callander seeks public input for new official plan

  01-09-2026 20:09 via nugget.ca
  
  Callander residents, it’s time to help shape your municipality’s future.On Tuesday, September 15, the municipality invites residents to attend an open house to discuss the official draft plan. The meeting takes place in the Orton Room, at the Callander Community Centre at 1986 Swale Street, from 4 to 6 p.m.Official plans deal primarily with issues such as where new housing, industry, offices, and shops will be located. What services will be needed, including improvements to roads, w
  
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• Fraudsters targeting members of First Nations communities set to receive treaty distributions

  01-09-2026 16:25 via nugget.ca
  
  The Anishinabek Police Service issued a warning about fraudulent activity targeting First Nations.Officers with the APS Major Crime Unit are currently investigating two separate frauds that targeted members of First Nations communities who are entitled to receive Robinson Huron Treaty distributions.In the first incident, reported in July 2026, an unknown suspect used the identification of a community member to fraudulently receive a Robinson Huron Treaty payment to which they were not entitled.
  
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• "Serious" collision between vehicle and dump truck on Highway 17

  01-09-2026 01:58 via nugget.ca
  
  Emergency crews are on scene of a serious collision on Highway 17 between Hwy. 94 in East Ferris and Hwy. 11 in North Bay.The collision involves a passenger vehicle and dump truck. Injuries are being assessed.North Bay Ontario Provincial Police are asking the public to avoid the area and use alternate routes.“Expect a prolonged closure during the investigation and clean-up efforts.”
  
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• Fatal Highway 17 collision claims life of 11-year-old North Bay child

  01-09-2026 01:58 via nugget.ca
  
  An 11-year-old is dead following a motor vehicle collision Monday around 5:20 p.m. on Highway 17 in East Ferris Township.The Ontario Provincial Police are investigating the fatal two-vehicle collision involving a dump truck and a passenger vehicle.An 11-year-old passenger from North Bay was transported to hospital with life-threatening injuries and was later pronounced deceased.Two other occupants of the passenger vehicle were transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.The OPP T
  
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• Two-vehicle collision in West Nipissing results in impaired driving charges

  31-08-2026 20:04 via nugget.ca
  
  The Nipissing West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one individual with impaired driving following a motor vehicle collision.On Saturday, August 29, at approximately 12:30 a.m., Nipissing West OPP officers responded to a two-vehicle collision on Highway 17 in West Nipissing.The driver of the vehicle that caused the collision was arrested for impaired driving and transported to an OPP detachment for further testing.As a result of the investigation, Mikah MUIR, 19 ye
  
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• Children's Aid Society of Nipissing projecting $5 million deficit this year

  31-08-2026 15:36 via nugget.ca
  
  The Children’s Aid Society of Nipissing and Parry Sound is projecting a $5 million deficit this year.The child welfare agency is also in negotiations with the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) representing CAS staff members.Their four-year contract ended on March 31.Chief Executive Officer Nancy Lafrance Rich said both sides met in June and will be returning to the negotiating table in September.“We’re going in with good faith,” she told The Nugget last week durin
  
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• Movie filming to include simulated house fire, no public safety threat

  31-08-2026 14:34 via nugget.ca
  
  The North Bay Police Service and the City of North Bay are advising residents of a film production taking place on today from 10 am to 11:30 pm at 212 Victoria Street West. During filming, members of the public may notice smoke simulating a house fire. These is a simulated fire, and does not pose a threat to public safety.NBPS is aware of the filming, and appropriate safety measures will be in place throughout the production.If you observe an emergency or suspicious activity unrelated to the sc
  
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• OPP confirm Saturday night fatal single car collision on Highway 11 near Marten River

  30-08-2026 22:42 via nugget.ca
  
  The Temiskaming Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a fatal single-vehicle collision on Highway 11 in Marten River.On Saturday, August 29, 2026, at approximately 10:45 p.m., members of the Temiskaming OPP, along with emergency personnel and members of the Marten River Fire Department, responded to a single-vehicle collision on Highway 11 near Richfield Road in Marten River.Emergency responders attended the scene and confirmed that the sole occupant of the vehicle w
  
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• OPP confirm fatal single car collision on Highway 11 near Marten River on Saturday night

  30-08-2026 22:42 via nugget.ca
  
  The Temiskaming Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a fatal single-vehicle collision on Highway 11 in Marten River.On Saturday, August 29, 2026, at approximately 10:45 p.m., members of the Temiskaming OPP, along with emergency personnel and members of the Marten River Fire Department, responded to a single-vehicle collision on Highway 11 near Richfield Road in Marten River.Emergency responders attended the scene and confirmed that the sole occupant of the vehicle
  
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• North Bay set to complete paving work on O'Brien, Algonquin and McKeown next week

  30-08-2026 05:46 via nugget.ca
  
  Drivers should expect delays and lane restrictions next week as the city completes paving work on O’Brien Street, Algonquin Avenue and McKeown Avenue, according to a media release issued by the City of North Bay.O’Brien Street, between Highway 11/17 and Lansdowne Avenue, will be closed Monday, weather permitting, while paving takes place.Traffic will be detoured via Lansdowne Avenue and Algonquin Avenue. There will be no access to O’Brien Street from Highway 11/17. Local acces
  
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• North Bay and Area under "severe" thunderstorm watch

  29-08-2026 21:42 via nugget.ca
  
  A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for North Bay, Powassan, Mattawa, West Nipissing and French River.According to The Weather Network, as of 3:19 p.m., the storm was about 25 kilometres northwest of North Bay.“This severe thunderstorm is moving east at 45 km/h. Damaging wind gusts and up to quarter-size hail are possible.”Widdifield Forest Provincial Park and Redbridge could be impacted by the storm.Driving conditions will likely be difficult and damage to roofs, fences,
  
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• Overpass bridge being kept clean by homeless and community members - King

  29-08-2026 05:48 via nugget.ca
  
  Tenants of the low barrier shelter are keeping the overpass bridge clean, according to Coun. Mark King. King said he understands there’s public concern about the safety of the Ministry of Transportation bridge that extends across Highway 11 South between O’Brien Street and Trout Lake Road and Cassells Street and often used by Chippewa Secondary School students, as well as, elementary students attending schools within the area. He said he recognizes the bridge is located close to the
  
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• Caution advised as "harmful" blue-green algae found in Callander Bay

  28-08-2026 22:51 via nugget.ca
  
  “Harmful” blue-green algae has been confirmed to be in Callander Bay and residents are being urged to use caution when using the lake.Two sightings of blue-green algae had been reported in Callander Bay throughout August, according to the North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit.The most recent sighting, Aug. 20, was reported to the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks.“The ministry took a sample and has confirmed the presence of harmful blue-green algae. The Nort
  
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• Temiscaming's focus is helping the hundreds of affected RYAM employees

  28-08-2026 22:20 via nugget.ca
  
  Temiscaming Mayor Alain Gauthier is calling on the federal government to help and see how “critical” the forestry industry is to Temiscaming and to the region.Gauthier spent the last 72 hours fielding calls from media and calling on government leaders after news broke Rayonier Advanced Materials (RYAM) would be closing a portion of the plant effective Sept. 15.He said it’s considered a temporary closure, however when it would reopen remains unknown.But right now Gauthier’
  
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• Northwestern Ontario Municipal Association calls on province to pause WSIB cuts

  28-08-2026 19:53 via nugget.ca
  
  The Northwestern Ontario Municipal Association is calling on the Government of Ontario to intervene following the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board’s decision to close regional offices and eliminate or relocate jobs across Northern Ontario.In a letter to Premier Doug Ford, NOMA said they’ve raised concerns about the closure of WSIB offices in Thunder Bay, North Bay, Sault Ste. Marie, Sudbury and Timmins and the impact these decisions will have on Northern jobs, local economies an
  
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• North Bay man charged in bear spray altercation

  27-08-2026 21:13 via nugget.ca
  A 21-year-old North Bay man faces charges after allegedly using bear spray on three individuals.The North Bay Police Service made the arrest following an altercation on Aug. 26 around 10 p.m. that escalated in two people receiving medical treatment and one being transported to hospital. The verbal altercation took place near Fraser Street and Second Avenue when the accused allegedly sprayed bear spray at three victims. All parties were known to one another. NBPS Patrol Section responded alongsi
  
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• RYAM unsure when economic shutdown will end in Temiscaming

  27-08-2026 19:07 via nugget.ca
  
  The duration of the economic shutdown at the RYAM (Rayonier Advanced Materials) plant in Temiscaming remains unknown, according to the company.Spokesman said Alexandre Boucher told The Nugget in an email Thursday the shutdown will affect all site operations, with the exception of the wastewater treatment plant and Boiler No. 4, which will continue to operate.He said the duration of this shutdown remains undetermined. The closure could impact 450 workers.“This decision is the result of a b
  
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• Temiscaming's RYAM shutdown demonstrates "real" consequences of U.S. tariffs - FONOM

  27-08-2026 15:13 via nugget.ca
  
  The shutdown of Rayonier Advanced Materials’ (RYAM) demonstrates the real consequences of unfair U.S. tariffs. According to the president of the Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM).David Plourde issued a media release Thursday morning expressing concern following Wednesday’s announcement that it intends to temporarily shut down its industrial complex in Témiscaming, Quebec, on Sept.15.The shutdown is expected to affect about 400 unionized workers, many with
  
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• Temiscaming's RYAM plant closing its industrial complex Sept. 15; 400 unionized workers affected

  27-08-2026 04:37 via nugget.ca
  
  The former Tembec plan, now known as Rayonier Advanced Materials (RYAM) is closing its industrial complex in Témiscaming.The closure is expected to take place Sept. 15 and will impact400 unionized workers.The news was delivered to RYAM employees Wednesday, sending shockwaves and panic throughout the small French community.“The community is panicking right now because we don’t know much,” said Carole Lambert.RYAM is one of the region’s largest employers.“I&rs
  
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• Coun. Mark King makes $750,000 pitch to house people leaving jail

  27-08-2026 00:08 via nugget.ca
  
  People leaving jail are pushed onto the street and end up in the shelter system, says Councillor Mark King who is calling on the province to provide funding for transitional housing to help former inmates.“People are being released out of jail and just shoved on the street,” he told The Nugget Tuesday. “There is no real plan to figure out how they actually end up back in society. They end up in these low barrier shelters and that creates a problem.”King said he recently r
  
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• Louise Poitras lays out her election platform for the 2026 municipal vote in North Bay

  26-08-2026 19:30 via nugget.ca
  
  Louise Poitras is familiar to the political waters as sheran federally in 2025 . Now she states her case for running municipally in 2026.“I decided to run for city council because North Bay residents want change. I understand that many of our residents do not get involved in politics and therefore do not vote. And I am told that one of the main reasons is because of all the same and familiar faces seen at election time, Come election day on October 26th, I hope to get your endorsement all
  
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• North Bay's diverse economy provides some protection, says North Bay Chamber president

  26-08-2026 19:04 via nugget.ca
  
  The North Bay and District Chamber of Commerce says the city’s diverse economy provides some protection from economic uncertainty, but warns businesses need to remain vigilant as conditions can change quickly south of the border. “North Bay has a diverse economy. We’re a government town, but we also have a lot of municipal, provincial, federal offices, not-for-profits and mining manufacturing. We have numerous businesses that support the mining sector,” said Chamber presi
  
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• NBPS lays out rules of the road for e-bikes, e-scooter and motorists safety

  26-08-2026 18:31 via nugget.ca
  
  With more e-bikes and e-scooters on local roads and pathways, the North Bay Police Service (NBPS) is reminding riders and motorists to know the rules and keep safety top of mind.Ride safelyE-bike and e-scooter riders are vulnerable road users and have less protection in a collision. Riders should:· Wear a properly fitted helmet.· Follow traffic signs, signals and applicable bylaws.· Ride in a safe and predictable manner.· Stay alert for vehicles, pedestrians and othe
  
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• Arts and Culture in Nipissing get provincial funding boost

  26-08-2026 18:08 via nugget.ca
  
  Nipissing MPP Vic Fedeli announced that the Ontario government is investing $175,000 through the Ontario Arts Council (OAC) to support multiple arts and culture organizations in Nipissing. This funding 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 that the arts play in enriching the lives of people in communities across Ontario “sa
  
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• Louise Poitras lays out her election platform for the 2026 municipal vote

  26-08-2026 17:30 via nugget.ca
  
  Louise Poitras is familiar to the political waters as she ran federally in 2025. Now she states her case for running municipally in 2026.I decided to run for city council because North Bay residents want change.I understand that many of our residents do not get involved in politics and therefore do not vote. And I am told that one of the main reasons is because of all the same and familiar faces seen at election time.Come election day on October 26th, I hope to get your endorsement allowing thi
  
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• North Bay OPP seize transport trailer plates and lay charges following inspection

  26-08-2026 14:29 via nugget.ca
  
  North Bay Ontario Provincial Police officers conducted an inspection on a transport truck on Highway 11 in Callander Sunday and identified several violations related to commercial vehicle safety, licensing, equipment, cannabis transportation regulations and load securement.Police charged two individuals, as well, as the business.As a result of the investigation, a 24-year-old male from Mississauga, was charged with:Operate vehicle – fail to display inspection sticker or proof (two counts)
  
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• Two belugas, four dolphins from Marineland heading to aquarium in Spain

  26-08-2026 13:50 via baytoday.ca
  
  NIAGARA FALLS — Two belugas and four dolphins from Marineland are being moved today to an aquarium in Spain.This is the fifth move of whales from the shuttered theme park in Niagara Falls, Ont., as it moves all of its animals off the property.
  
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• In the news today: Tariff relief packages, Alberta referendum latest, Arctic sea ice.

  26-08-2026 10:20 via baytoday.ca
  
  Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed... The federal government pledged a $7.5B tariff-relief package. Here's what's in it.
  In all, $7.
  
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