Picnic Perfect: How North Bay Is Serving Up Summer, One Basket at a Time!
In this food-filled episode, Lisa sits down with Tanya Bedard from Tourism North Bay to chat all things picnicking: from grab-and-go gourmet meals to the best hidden spots in the city to throw down a blanket.
Think Like a Bear: Expert Tips to Stay Safe in the Wild
In this episode of the Backroads Bill Podcast, bear and cougar specialist Rich Beausoleil from BearWise.org joins to talk about how to stay safe, smart, and respectful in bear country.
From backcountry safety to urban attractants, Rich breaks down what really brings bears too close to people — and what works best to keep them away.
Former Pro Basketball Player and West Ferris Alumni Talks Career and Future
This week’s Echo Sportscast features updates in local baseball and basketball leagues as playoffs begin and end, plus a feature interview with Evan Gomes, coach of the North Bay Bulldogs 12U tykes provincial football champions.
Video includes U18 Panthers’ weekend win over the Sudbury Shamrocks and their playoff win over Gateway in the men’s baseball league, as well as the 3s recreation division championship on Thursday night. The Guardians dribbled by the Knights in the third game of a best of three match.
At the end of the show, cohost Paul McLean bids compadre Dave Dale bon voyage as he departs for other adventures. They launched the Echo Sportscast together last fall.
Hybrid buses and new sidewalks coming to North Bay with government funding
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Public transportation in North Bay is getting a green and modern makeover as part of a multi-government initiative that includes replacing old buses with hybrids and upgrading key facilities.
The combined investment is over $20.6 million between the federal and provincial governments, and the City of North Bay. The plan is to replace eight conventional buses with hybrid buses in the North Bay Transit fleet and support new sidewalks and stormwater system upgrades. The city will also use these funds to upgrade a transit terminal and the fare collection system.
Jim Redpath, founder of the JS Redpath mining company dies at age 88
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Jim Redpath, founder of Redpath Mining, has died at the age of 88. Originally from Quebec, Redpath moved to North Bay in 1962 and established J.S. Redpath Limited. Under his leadership, the company expanded globally, becoming one of the most respected mine contracting firms in the world.
Known for his integrity, vision, and innovative approach, Redpath left a lasting legacy in the mining industry. He was also dedicated to giving back to the community and mentoring others. His contributions helped shape North Bay's economy and reputation as a mining services hub.
Mystery solved: Identity of military nurse in northern Ont. portrait found
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For years, a portrait of a young woman in a Queen Alexandra’s Imperial Military Nursing Service uniform puzzled historians and local experts in and around North Bay, Ont. The mystery has finally been resolved – the painting depicts Christena Clinton Gordon, a nurse from Callander, Ont., who served in Western Europe during the First World War, tending to wounded soldiers.
The painting once hung in the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #23 on First Avenue West in North Bay before being placed in storage. It was rediscovered in poor condition during a storage room cleanup in the early 2000s.
Tina Liu and Karen Stephenson explored various locations, tourist attractions, and natural sites, evaluating efforts to combat climate change and promote a healthy environment.
Their itinerary included a morning walk through Laurier Woods and a visit to a local backyard garden.
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...
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...
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...
