Jeff Turl

2 days ago | baytoday.ca | Jeff Turl

A North Bay volunteer has earned the , which recognizes people who have made outstanding contributions to their communities through voluntary activities after the age of 65. Anne Taylor has been a dedicated volunteer for over 20 years, notably with the Nipissing Trackers, a program offering free downhill skiing to children with disabilities. She recruits instructors, manages administration, and leads public relations. Her efforts led to national recognition on CBC’s Mercer Report in 2018.

2 days ago | baytoday.ca | Jeff Turl

Seventy-eight players...17 prize lots...one powerful cause!The annual Let’s Remember Adam event returned bigger than ever this year in Mattawa, raising funds and awareness for child protection on Ontario roads. The 6th Annual Washer Tournament held on June 14 "surpassed all expectations," with record-breaking participation and funds raised.

4 days ago | baytoday.ca | Jeff Turl

A total fire ban has been declared across the Township of Bonfield as a precautionary measure against increased wildfire risks. Bonfield Fire Chief Shaun McGee has issued a total fire ban across Bonfield Township. All open-air burning is strictly prohibited until further notice. This includes: Campfires Cooking fires Incinerators and burn barrels All brush and windrow fire permits are paused and will remain inactive until the fire ban is lifted.

5 days ago | baytoday.ca | Jeff Turl

The Municipality of Calvin remains under a state of emergency following a large-scale evacuation effort that has seen hundreds relocated from Samuel de Champlain Park to safety. Most of the people have been evacuated from the park, confirms Calvin Mayor Richard Gould. Some have left the area, and many others are at the Mike Rodden Arena in Mattawa.

5 days ago | bradfordtoday.ca | Jeff Turl

In a bid to help his struggling adult sons find affordable housing, 57-year-old retired business owner Glen Langlois purchased a former church in North Bay with plans to convert it into a duplex for his family. What followed is a bureaucratic nightmare. "We will fix the housing crisis," politicians promise, but when this North Bay father tried to help do just that, he ran headfirst into a wall of permits, fees, and unanswered emails. 'I just wanted my kids close and safe,' says Langlois.