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$1 turns into $100,000 lottery win for Trout Creek man

$1 turns into $100,000 lottery win for Trout Creek man

The winning ticket was purchased at Powassan Kwik Way on Main Street
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Opinion: Bill Walton, Appointment of Raconteur

Opinion: Bill Walton, Appointment of Raconteur

Applications are being accepted for an official bamboozler
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New playground coming to North Bay’s downtown waterfront

New playground coming to North Bay’s downtown waterfront

'The addition of a playground in this location will further enhance an already popular community space that we hope families will enjoy for years to come'
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Leaving a lasting legacy with Paul Nelson Memorial Scholarship

Leaving a lasting legacy with Paul Nelson Memorial Scholarship

'Paul was passionate about coaching....By combining this previously existing game and changing it to honour him, it has allowed us to award one scholarship to a student every year over the last ten years'
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North Bay Jail COVID outbreak tops 100

North Bay Jail COVID outbreak tops 100

One person has died and three people remain hospitalized in the district
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Called a 'murderer' at children's vaccine clinic, local woman welcomes new health care intimidation laws

Called a 'murderer' at children's vaccine clinic, local woman welcomes new health care intimidation laws

'What happened that day was in no way a peaceful protest. What those people were doing was intimidation, it was harassment, and it was disgusting behaviour.'
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NNDSB on supply of rapid antigen tests, masks in kindergarten, paused extra-curriculars

NNDSB on supply of rapid antigen tests, masks in kindergarten, paused extra-curriculars

Education Minister Stephen Lecce said Wednesday the tests will 'empower' families
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Local school board 'anticipating staff shortages' could close schools

Local school board 'anticipating staff shortages' could close schools

'The announcement may be made the night before, the morning of the closure, or possibly even during the day in certain circumstances'
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NBRHC places 18 on unpaid leave due to vaccination policy

NBRHC places 18 on unpaid leave due to vaccination policy

NBRHC confirms 18 of a staff of approximately 2,300 have been placed on unpaid leave as the process of progressive discipline begins
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COVID-19 outbreak declared at Cassellholme

COVID-19 outbreak declared at Cassellholme

Routine screening, tests revealed the presence of the virus in two residents and two staff members
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