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 clickbait and shortened attention spans, Will shares his opinions and details his processes on being a journalist in the north
Last week on The Backroads Bill Podcast, Claire Cameron reflects on grief, nature, storytelling, and resilience — and how Algonquin Park, literary fiction, and a real-life bear attack all shaped her view of mortality and meaning.
Scan the QR code or click the Homewood Suites by Hilton North Bay to book today!
Advertisement
Drone crashes prompt postponement of this weekend's show
Credit: Baytoday.ca
A drone show scheduled for this weekend has been postponed, after a pair of drones crashed during a similar show earlier this month.
The Aug. 3 display was scheduled to be part of the North Bay's Homecoming Festival.
"This proactive decision is being made out of an abundance of caution as we continue to review a recent incident involving a previous show and consider further safety measures," says a news release from the City.
Thunder Valley Semi Races rolls into Mattawa this weekend
Credit: Nugget.ca; Photo by / Courtesy of Thunder Valley Semi Races
The Thunder Valley Semi Races is a new event for the region, produced by Garry and Jennifer Anderson, who own and operate the Anderson Event Park. Truck Stop Canada reported that organizers of the Rodéo du Camion from Notre-Dame-du-Nord were thinking of relocating the event to Mattawa. However, that plan changed, and the Anderson’s decided to create an independent truck racing festival.
North Bay showcases green efforts for community competition
Credit: (Eric Taschner/CTV News Northern Ontario)
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.
Happy Friday, North Bay! This week, we are exploring the forces and ideas that drive our region—from the shifting tides of global and provincial politics to the power of making complex science accessible to everyone. We’re also hitting the court to recap a high-stakes week in local sports as the NDA playoffs take centre stage and national dreams take flight. Here is what is happening on the network Navigating the Political Landscape Politics is moving fast, and local impact is often tied to...
Happy Friday, North Bay! This week, we are diving deep into the systems that shape our community—from the future of our local schools to the grit required to build a business from the ground up. We’re also celebrating local sports successes and finding better ways to talk about the science that impacts our world. Here is what is happening on the network. 185 Years of Democracy Gone? The Fight for Public Education Trustees Public education is at a crossroads. We sit down to discuss a...
Happy Friday, North Bay! This week we are covering the full spectrum of life in our city. We look back at the obsession behind the Project Grizzly legend, discuss the reality of road safety with MADD, and recap a thrilling week in high school sports. Here is what is happening on the network. MADD Nipissing and the Ongoing Fight Against Impaired Driving We often think impaired driving is a battle we have already won. The reality in Nipissing is different. MADD Nipissing joins us to break down...
