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Northern groups weigh in on Ottawa's pursuit of national projects designation
6+ hour, 30+ min ago (305+ words) Northern municipal groups are once again making the case for expansion and investments involving Highways 11 and 17. This after Ottawa announced its initiating the process toward the potential listing of three major projects as those of national interest. They include a…...
Chamber surveying members on election, social issues and more
1+ week, 6+ day ago (98+ words) The North Bay & District Chamber of Commerce is gathering input on a variety of issues. They've set up three surveys for members. One involves the Oct. 26 municipal election. The chamber is looking to find out what issues and priorities are…...
Decision on future of West Ferris Arena going to overtime
3+ week, 1+ day ago (179+ words) Don't'expect to see any wrecking balls on Gertrude Street just yet. A committee report that includes moving forward with decommissioning and demolishing West Ferris Arena has been moved back to committee. This after'Tuesday's council meeting included'a public presentation, a councillor…...
City step closer to demolishing West Ferris Arena
4+ week, 1+ day ago (525+ words) A council committee is recommending West Ferris Arena be decommissioned and demolished. The move was supported 7-4 in a recorded vote at Tuesday night's special committee meeting. A lengthy discussion was tied into an update on the Sam Jacks Complex Master…...
Ottawa delivers $2. 2 million to strengthen area manufacturing resilience
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Infrastructure funding for ten communities in Nipissing
1+ mon, 4+ week ago (113+ words) My North Bay Now Infrastructure funding for ten communities in Nipissing Just over $1 million is going to ten municipalities in Nipissing to support local infrastructure. Vic Fedeli, Nipissing MPP, announced the money comes from the Northern Ontario Resource Development Support…...
Committee wants revised site plan and traffic study on daycare proposal
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (257+ words) A council committee is looking for more information involving a 40-spot day care centre proposal on Gertrude Street. It would see a residence become a full-fledged day nursery only, with no one living there. Staff had recommended the request be…...
Discussion continues around northern highway safety
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (328+ words) The provincial NDP's Northern Caucus and leader Marit Stiles have launched a documentary on their recent northern highways tour. Officials say it showcases the urgent need for safer northern highways. "Going on this two-week journey was an experience I hope…...
Provincial funding to expand community programs and services in Nipissing
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (131+ words) Two Nipissing non-profits are getting some financial help from the province. MPP Vic Fedeli says $240, 000 is going to Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Bay and District to expand the Big Steps to Success (BS2 S) mentorship program beyond the initial pilot…...
Province announces enhanced highway safety initiatives
3+ mon, 2+ day ago (176+ words) Richard Coffin has been a reporter and news anchor on the radio in North Bay for over 25 years." From premiers to people in the neighbourhood, he enjoys connecting with newsmakers and writing stories that matter to area listeners on a…...