The owner of a motel on Main Street East, who rents to chronically problematic tenants, is being called out by a nearby business owner frustrated by on-going criminal activity in the neighbourhood. See the BayToday story HERE.
And if you’re a Snowbird or prone to cross-boarder shopping, the U.S. is tightening the rules on dogs…
Meanwhile, if you think the days are getting longer, read this Guardian piece.
Top Shelf
- A former addict shares the Homeless Advocates Association’s proposal
- Upcoming podcast will feature iconic Gateway Home Hardware ‘family’
Today’s City Hall Poke
The mis-matching windows at North Bay City Hall (a so-called checkerboard lacking symmetry) is driving Echo Essentials podcast co-host Scott Clark over the edge. He contends it was avoidable and “reflects” poorly on the city. What do you think? Email comments to: [email protected]
Addiction treatment
and recovery can
be done differently
Shane Moyer says the recent Echo Essentials podcasts featuring local politicians, police chief and business representatives didn’t have the street-level perspective. Our podcast today rectifies that oversight.
Moyer, who is trying to help through the Homeless Advocates Association, has gone through addiction treatment, lived on the street and was a criminal during the dark times. He says the Northern Pines transitionary treatment program might work for some, but he is a proponent of a co-operative venture proposal in a more farm-like setting.
They have a 23-page plan that would offer more natural and homeopathic addiction treatment options, he said, while also stressing that a business operation tied to it would help them become self-dependent. Before the interview, co-hosts Scott Clark and Dave Dale discuss other city issues, including the mis-matching City Hall windows.
Upcoming show
features iconic
hardware store
Did you know that North Bay’s Gateway Home Hardware on Algonquin Avenue is built on the property that previously featured a Sunoco Gas Station? And the Widdifield Township’s old police, fire and council office is the store’s adjacent warehouse?
But interesting history is only part of the upcoming 2NBWL podcast recorded this week. The real ‘magic’ of the store’s popularity is its atmosphere where customers and staff become long-time friends and family … as well as being stocked with almost everything under the sun, with staff actually knowing where it is!
Today’s Zen Suggestion:
If you’re fishing for a relationship, be careful about what you use for bait.
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Echo Network
To North Bay With Love:
For this week’s 2NBWL podcast, host Lisa Boivin, producer Ben Sargent and content director Dave Dale went on a field trip to the Finch Family Farm’s N7 Cattle Company just inside the North Bay city limits. The trio gathered in Redbridge on Lennox Road to chat with the owners, TJ and Nancy Finch.
Before going on a short tour of the 200-acre farm and mixing in with the livestock, Lisa learns about how they raise and treat their animals…and how that translates into better quality meat. They also share their journey from Alberta to North Bay as Terry returns to his North Bay roots while explaining important parts of farming Black Angus beef, as well as differences between Ontario and Alberta.
In related news breaking Tuesday afternoon, Leon’s North Bay announced the Country Tunes & N7 Cattle Company BBQ Fundraiser Aug. 8-9 in support of the Nipissing Country Music Association. Attendees can taste the naturally-raised, hormone and antibiotic-free N7 burgers for a $7 donation, with proceeds helping the NCMA revive the Country Open Singing Contest in 2025. Follow Leon’s North Bay social media for more information, freezer deals, draws and updates.
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Brennain Lloyd, of Northwatch, joins the Echo Essentials podcast to poke holes in nuclear waste storage decisions and the so-called strategy being used at power generation sites, adding that much of it could travel through North Bay via truck convoys for half a century.
Before the discussion, co-hosts Scott Clark asks Dave Dale why they are doing so many podcasts about the environment when they could be drilling into why City Hall windows don’t match.
Listen to the Full ShowBackroads Bill:
Maria Leijerstam joins the Backroads Bill podcast this week to talk about her setting a world record as the first person to cycle to the South Pole from the edge of Antarctica.
The almost 650-km trek took just over 10 days and saw Maria go through treacherous conditions to achieve her goal. She talks about the preparation required, including having to learn how to use a trike and the challenges it created compared to her trusty bicycle.
You can find her book and documentary on her website: https://www.marialeijerstam.com/
Check Out the Full SetNorthern Ontario Mining Showcase Podcast:
The Northern Ontario Mining Showcase Podcast was created for the Echo Community Podcast Network in partnership with Story Studio Network and Clark Communications.
Northern Ontario plays an extensive role in the international mining community. In this limited series we’ll hear from the influential voices, partners and leaders who are driving innovation, research and development, creating new market opportunities and new ways of doing business in the mining industry.
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Richard Fortin Presents:
Scott Murphy | Richard Fortin Presents 52
In episode 52, Richard speaks to digital technology specialist Scott Murphy who focuses on creative thinking, digital marketing, problem solving and business development.
Scott concentrates on the need to be obsessed with your customers and how to build solutions to help them live better lives. Once we understand this process, you will be able to communicate the benefits of your products and services with your customers, colleagues and investors to share your vision. He offers in-person workshops in Ontario while providing virtual options for organizations worldwide.
Check Out the Full SetCogeco:
Check out the latest YourTV North Bay public post: Realty Insight – JO&CO
YourTV North Bay will be airing half-hour segments of the Echo Essentials Podcast on Mondays at 7 p.m.
Watch Video Stories on YourTVMarianne Vander Dussen:
Painting Antelope Canyon | Landscape Oil Painting Tutorial + Timelapse with Marianne Vander Dussen’s in this week’s featured tutorial.
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A Reading From The Book of Unusual Knowledge! (Episode 54)
After a few struggles, a new episodes is here! Drew was the only guy available, so he decided to read The Book of Unusual Knowledge. Learn about baseball, how the world celebrates the new year, the moon being made of cheese, and more! It’s a solo episode this week on Cheap Seats.
New episodes are available on Wednesdays.
For the Full SetWingspan Entrepreneurs:
Wingspan Entrepreneurs by Joel Arndt is all about financial issues and provides the inspiration and information to lift your business to the next stratosphere. Check out the audio-only show on our website network page or follow on Spotify.
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Echo Sports
Dave Harding set a Canadian record last weekend the 2024 Canadian Master Weightlifting Championship, hosted by the Heracles Weightlifting Club of Rouyn-Noranda. See the BayToday story HERE.
Events Echo
Thursday, July 18
- Shake the Lake Ribfest kicks off with Zach Mason at the Waterfront | 7 p.m. | $20 weekend wristband
- John Macdonald at Lou Dawgs | 8 p.m. | $3 cover added to bill
Friday, July 19
- The Unknown at the Fraser Tavern | 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. | $5 cover
- Shake the Lake Ribfest at the Waterfront | 7 p.m. | $20 weekend wristband
- Firefly Night Market at 520 Couchie Memorial Drive | 6 to 9 p.m. | Free
- Cabiners at Lou Dawgs | 8 p.m. | $5 added to your bill
Saturday, July 20
- The Funkers at the Shake the Lake Ribfest at the Waterfront | 7:30 p.m. | $20 weekend wristband
- The Funkers & Mike Foisy’s Birthday Show at the Fraser | 10 p.m. | $5
- Great Northern Opry Celebration Dance for Philip Gauthier at Callander Legion | 7 p.m. | $20
- Friends of La Vase Portages Canoe Day Guided Tour and Lunch| 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. | $30
- 2024: A Space Art-yssey opening reception at the Callander Bay Museum Alex Dufresne Art Gallery | 2 to 4 p.m. | Free
(For more events further out on the calendar, check Tourism North Bay’s comprehensive events listing guide. On Facebook, check out Creative Industries North Bay.)
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In Tuesday’s newsletter, in case you missed it …
North Bay council’s Community Safety and Well Being Ad Hoc Committee was scheduled to meet today (Thursday, July 18) at 12 noon in the Mayor’s 5th Floor Boardroom.
Agenda items included a planning update and special presentations by the North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit about its Sharps Discards program and the North Bay Police Service regarding its Community Engagement Unit.
For background, see related podcasts on the Echo Network:
New police chief outlines priorities to help make North Bay & officers feel safe, secure
DSSAB chair says warming centre, low-barrier shelter could be part of new ‘homeless hub’
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