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One person was sent to hospital for smoke inhalation after a fire broke out in an apartment complex on Thursday at 3am. Thankfully, the apartment unit was affixed with properly maintained smoke alarms. North Bay Red Cross is assisting those displaced from the fire. - Clarke Heipel, Cogeco News

Ring in 2025 drug & alcohol free with the 30th Annual Families First event at Memorial Gardens. The family friendly event runs from 5-9pm at Memorial Gardens on December 31st. You are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food item for the North Bay Food Bank. #newyearseve #fireworks #buttonmaking #kids #reptiles

Update from North Bay Fire Department

On December 29th, just after 11am firefighters from all three stations responded to a house fire at 53 Trillium Drive.  Upon arrival the kitchen area of the home was fully engulfed in flame.  Firefighters made entry to the home and made quick work extinguishing the fire without incident.  One person was home at the time of the fire and suffered some burns trying to extinguish the fire herself.  She was treated on scene by paramedics.  The home has suffered significant damage due to the fire and smoke created by the fire.  The cause of the fire is still under investigation and has not yet been determined.  The home was going through some renovations, and the smoke alarms were removed for the construction.  This is not an acceptable practice and against the law.  Removing smoke alarms leaves residents unprotected and vulnerable in the event of an emergency.  The homeowner has been charged with failing to maintain smoke alarms in their home.

Here are some tips for safely using candles during Christmas and throughout the year:

• Keep candles away from flammable items: Keep candles at least 12 inches away from anything that could catch fire, like curtains, lampshades, and cabinets. 
• Never leave candles unattended: Always put out candles before leaving the room or going to bed. 
• Use sturdy candle holders: Place candles in sturdy holders on a stable, uncluttered surface. 
• Avoid using candles during power outages: Use flashlights or battery-powered lighting instead. 
• Keep candles out of reach of children and pets: Make sure candles, matches, and lighters are out of the reach of children and pets. 
• Use a snuffer or spoon to put out candles: Use a snuffer or spoon to put out candles instead of blowing them out. 
• Use battery-operated candles: Battery-operated candles are a good alternative to real candles. 
• Install smoke alarms: Ensure there are working smoke alarms on every level of the home and outside each sleeping area. Test and clean smoke alarms regularly and change batteries at least twice a year. 
• Develop a fire escape plan: Have at least two ways out of your home and practice your fire escape plan regularly. Share this plan with guests as well #fire #smoke #emergency #emergencyresponse #firedept

The Pro Cathedral was the location for a volunteer committee run Christmas Day Dinner. Cogeco News volunteer reporter Brian Luck spoke to committee chairperson Sylvia Antinozzi. #christmas #communityspirit #local #news #turkey #gift #vegetables #fruit

Exciting news for Canadian families - Santa Claus has his sleigh fully loaded and his Reindeer well fed, and will begin gift deliveries in the coming hours! The NORAD Tracks Santa crew is keeping a close eye throughout the night. Don't forget to leave cookies, milk, & carrots! Merry Christmas from the entire YourTV North Bay crew! - Clarke Heipel

The baskets have been packed & delivered, and on this Christmas Eve morning, the committee updated the public by stating the $175,000 fundraising goal has been reached. YourTV volunteer reporter Brian Luck attended the basket packing at Canadore College's Commerce Court campus on Sunday afternoon. #communityspirit #volunteer #christmas #giving #helpingothers

Major Stephanie Wilkinson has informed Cogeco News that as of Christmas Eve morning, 75% of the $250,000 fundraising goal has been reached, which represents $185,000. There is still time to donate at donate.salvationarmy.ca. #charity #givingspirit #salvationarmy #helpingothers #community #news #local

$12,000 of illicit street drugs were found after a man on an outstanding warrant was arrested by the  @northbaypoliceservice1784  #drugs #fentanyl #Cocaine #localnews #trulylocal #courthouse

The North Bay OPP is investigating two occurrences of theft at the Powassan landfill, and investigators have reasons to believe the incidents are connected. #OPP #theft #crime #suspectslive #powassan #landfill #chevy #donationbin #stealing #breakandenter

Century 21's Leeann Noel knows that homework isn't on the top of many for their favourite past times, so she makes it easy when it comes to due diligence with real estate. Tune in to Cogeco News Monday to Friday LIVE at 5. - Clarke Heipel

 @OHLBattalion  forward Andrew Leblanc lit the lamp at the 2:05 mark in the 2nd period to bring the teddy bears down. Tune in to the OHL Tonight for all the Battalion action. #ohl #christmas #teddybear #trulylocal

Did your house make the cut? Our YourTV camera was out on the town several times over the past two weeks gathering images of festive décor on area houses. Enjoy the montage! A special thank you to #yourtv volunteer Brian Luck for his efforts. #lights #camera #action #christmaslights #festive #holidays #santa #reindeer #frosty #snow #elves #volunteer