A Love Not Forgotten: The Story of the Canadian Ecology Center
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A Love Not Forgotten: The Story of the Canadian Ecology Center
Echo Podcast Roundup
A Love Not Forgotten: The Story of the Canadian Ecology Center
100 episodes of the Backroads Bill Podcast has seen Bill and Ben talk to a number of high profile and educated guests focused on the outdoors, nature and Northern Ontario.
For episode 100 Bill talks about the Canadian Ecology Center. How it started and how it turned into the hub for education and outdoor events that it is today.
Bill also looks to the future following the devastating downburst earlier this summer and how the Canadian Ecology Center will come back stronger than ever!
The Man Behind Cardinal: Giles Blunt Talks Writing, TV & Bad Juliet
He’s the author behind Forty Words for Sorrow and the hit CTV series Cardinal. But Giles Blunt’s latest book, Bad Juliet, is something completely different.
In this episode, Giles talks about making the leap from murder mystery to literary fiction, the surprising inspiration behind his newest novel, and what it’s really like having your work turned into a TV series.
From Fax Machines to Facebook – How Local Journalism Has Changed!
In this episode of Echo Essentials, veteran journalist Greg Estabrooks joins host Chris Piekarski to talk about the golden days of North Bay media, wild high school sports rivalries, and how today’s journalists are navigating shrinking newsrooms and fascinating local scandals.
Nbisiing’s Big Plans for Sports Program, 3’s League Finals and Club Baseball Report
This week’s Sportscast features Thomas Farrell who is the Athletic Director at Nbisiing. He talks about their future plans for introducing more organized sports and NDA participation.
Liam Emond organizer of the 3’s League talks about the season as it wrapped up last week and breaks down the Rec and Elite finals.
Club baseball includes Men’s League playoff update as the semi finals are set to begin this weekend. Also an update on Panthers youth baseball.
West Nipissing to discuss controversial glyphosate aerial spraying
Credit: Nugget.ca
On or about August 20, large swaths of the Nipissing Forest will be sprayed from the sky with glyphosate-based herbicides. ‘Supporters of Stop the Spray Canada’ want these sprays to stop, and plan to continue protesting the government’s practice. West Nipissing councillor, Jamie Restoule, also wants the province to reconsider the spray, and has tabled a motion to that effect.
The Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources explained in a recent release, “Selected stands of the Nipissing Forest will be sprayed with herbicide to control competing vegetation.” The Northshore Forest around Elliot Lake and Espanola, the Romeo Malette Forest south of Timmins, the Timiskaming Forest, and the Ottawa Valley Forest are all slated to be sprayed this summer.
Restoule’s motion will be discussed at council’s regular meeting on August 12...
Council questions North Bay’s investment strategy as CFO departs
Article Credit: BayToday.ca; Photo by Liam Berti
North Bay’s Chief Financial Officer presented what may be her final financial report, as councillors raised questions about how the City handles and reports its investments.
Margaret Karpenko, who leaves for a new role in Sudbury on September 2, delivered the 2024 investment report during a Special Committee Meeting last night. It outlines how public funds were invested over the past year and how much income was earned.
The report is meant to be presented annually, but as Councillor Jamie Lowery noted, that hasn’t always happened...
A routine traffic stop by the North Bay police led to the recovery of a stolen vehicle and the arrest of a local man.
On Saturday at about 11:48 p.m., officers conducting a R.I.D.E. (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) check identified an unlicensed driver. With no licensed driver available, the vehicle was towed after police were unable to reach the registered owner.
Further investigation revealed the vehicle had been involved in a collision earlier in the day, with the driver allegedly fleeing the scene...
Testing confirms blue-green algae bloom in Callander Bay and Wasi Lake
Credit: MyNorthBayNow.com
The North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit says a blue-green algae bloom has been confirmed in Callander Bay and Wasi Lake.
Officials say samples were taken on July 29 by the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks. The Health Unit says while blue-green algae blooms may not always show the presence of toxins, there is always the risk that toxins could be produced.
“Toxins can stay in the water for up to three weeks after the algae bloom is gone, causing skin irritation, and if swallowed, diarrhea and vomiting,” states a release...
The Story Behind One of Canada’s Most Beloved Comic Strips Echo Podcast Roundup Drawing Real People! Lynn Johnston didn’t just draw comics: she drew real life. As the creator of For Better or For Worse, one of the most beloved syndicated comic strips in the world, Lynn reached over 220 million readers by turning ordinary family moments into something unforgettable. In this episode, Lynn shares the story behind creating For Better or For Worse, how she navigated certain situations with...
Echo Essentials Host and Newsletter Author Bids Farewell to Podcast Network Echo Podcast Roundup Sayonara Dave Dale – A Legacy of Truth, Tenacity, and Stirring the Political Pot In this unforgettable episode of Echo Essentials, we say farewell to the legendary Dave Dale as a permanent co-host of the Echo Essentials podcast. From fierce city hall controversies to the inside story of the Echo Podcast Network’s inception, Dave tells all! Watch Now Picnic Perfect: How North Bay Is Serving Up...
Homecoming Fever Is Taking Over North Bay Credit: Tourism North Bay Echo Podcast Roundup North Bay Homecoming Festival Kicks off August 1st Shawn Devine, Cathy Seguin and Fire Chief Jason Whiteley sat down with Lisa last week to talk about the Homecoming Festival starting this weekend. Watch Now Meet the Newest Journalist in Town Will Konken joined Echo Essentials last week. From discussing what the role of journalism is like in small communities, to the future of local media in the age of...
