11+ hour, 2+ min ago  (174+ words) A West Ferris Secondary student is a Canada-Wide Science Fair medalist for the second time. Jiya Savsani won senior bronze at last week's event in Edmonton, where she competed against 400 fellow students. She also won national bronze in 2024. School officials…...

1+ mon, 2+ 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…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (108+ words) A milestone event was held this past weekend at the Panthers Sportsplex. The inaugural STEM Racing Canadian National Championship saw high school teams converge on the city from across the country to race miniature compressed-air-powered cars designed and built by…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (214+ words) Canadore College is celebrating the creativity and achievements of the graduating classes in the School of Art and Design. The Media Arts Annual Showcase takes place Wednesday (2-9 pm) in the college's main entrance. Officials say you'll be able to experience…...

3+ mon, 11+ hour 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…...

3+ mon, 5+ day ago  (110+ words) The North Bay Police Service says bullying in schools, whether in person or online, can escalate into criminal behaviour. Feb. 25 is Pink Shirt Day nationally, creating anti-bullying awareness. City police say protecting children and youth from intimidation, harassment, and hate-motivated…...

3+ mon, 2+ week ago  (130+ words) Five school breakfast programs are receiving support from Gincor Werx Mattawa Division. Nearly $7, 500 is helping ensure students at three elementary and two secondary schools in Mattawa have access to a nutritious breakfast that supports learning and well-being. Officials say funds…...

4+ mon, 1+ week ago  (109+ words) Two new medical lab programs in Northern Ontario are eligible for stay and learn grants. The province has announced it involves students in the medical lab technology program at Canadore College and the medical lab science program at Confederation College,…...