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David Briggs, Local Journalism Initiative reporter

David Briggs, Local Journalism Initiative reporter

David Briggs is a Local Journalism Initiative reporter covering civic and diversity issues for BayToday. The Local Journalism Initiative is funded by the Government of Canada

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Recent Work by David

Reign supreme in Bonfield’s Cornhole League

Reign supreme in Bonfield’s Cornhole League

‘It’s a fun way to get involved in our community and it makes for a relaxing evening,’ organizer said
Local's 'Beetlejuice' commercial up for prestigious makeup award

Local's 'Beetlejuice' commercial up for prestigious makeup award

Scotia Boyd found out she was nominated for Best Makeup in a Commercial or Music Video by the Makeup-Artists and Hair Stylists Guild
North Bay’s Families First kicks off the New Year with a bang

North Bay’s Families First kicks off the New Year with a bang

Thousands celebrate at Memorial Gardens to ring in 2025
Mayor Gould calls on province to fully fund Cassellholme project

Mayor Gould calls on province to fully fund Cassellholme project

‘The time to act is now,’ the mayor said, ‘Our seniors deserve better, and our communities cannot afford to wait.’
Local mayor wants Province to amend building code to make construction easier

Local mayor wants Province to amend building code to make construction easier

‘We have a growing number of homeless people in the community,’ the mayor said, ‘and that didn’t exist years ago.’
Bill Barber rink is open, but on thin ice

Bill Barber rink is open, but on thin ice

Warmer weather is rolling in so use your judgement before you hit the ice
Calvin’s rink is ready to go, stop by anytime

Calvin’s rink is ready to go, stop by anytime

Just in time for the holidays the ice is ready in Calvin Township
More trees could be appearing at a park near you

More trees could be appearing at a park near you

‘The idea is to promote the tree donation program, to let people know about it, and provide a list of parks where they could be planted,’ councillor Rivard emphasized
Snow falls on Antoine Mountain, skiers welcome soon

Snow falls on Antoine Mountain, skiers welcome soon

‘Last year was cut short,’ Goad said, ‘I think everyone is a little bit more excited for this year, and we’re seeing more season pass sales this year, which is great.’
Democracy reigns in Nipissing as new councillor takes seat

Democracy reigns in Nipissing as new councillor takes seat

‘This town is not just where I live,’ councillor said, ‘It is where my heart is.’
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