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Kenjgewin Teg welcomes investment in Indigenous-led post-secondary education

By Rosalind Russell – A Manitoulin Island-based education institution is welcoming funding to strengthen Indigenous education. Kenjgewin Teg is welcoming a significant provincial investment they say strengthens Indigenous led post-secondary education, skilled trades training, and employment pathways. According to President … Continue reading →

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Pool repairs nearly complete in Elliot Lake – reopening soon

By Rosalind Russell – The City of Elliot Lake says repairs to the Ruben Yi-Juuti (EE-yuti) pool are nearly complete and expect it to be opened by early March. The facility has been closed since July 2nd of last year … Continue reading →

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Gelinas speaks out about her concerns with constant hospital closure in Thessalon

By Rosalind Russell – Over the last year, the Thessalon hospital site overseen by the North Shore Health Network has had to shut down its emergency department several times due to a shortage of physicians. Nickel Belt MPP, France Gelinas … Continue reading →

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Algoma Public Health to honour community leaders supporting young children and unveil Hall of Champions

By Rosalind Russell – Algoma Public Health will celebrate the recipients of the 2025 Public Health Champion – Early Years Edition Award, recognizing local leaders who help the youngest children in the district grow, learn, and thrive. Officials say the … Continue reading →

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Mexico situation easing for Canadians

By Rosalind Russell – Some schedules may be altered but several Canadian airlines say flights are set to resume to and from Puerto Vallarta and other Mexican locations today (Tues).  Dozens of Canadian flights were cancelled yesterday (Mon) amid the … Continue reading →

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We did it!!!

By Grant Lewis – Thanks to the generosity of many local businesses and individuals, the Lions Club was able to sell all of the 4,200 available tickets.  It was all part of a fundraising draw to help research at McMaster … Continue reading →

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Pompe I.M. Rare & Aware Skateathon another huge success

By Rosalind Russell – An Espanola family is giving the community a huge thank you for taking in the annual Pompe I.M. Rare & Aware Skateathon. Parents, Alex and Kelsey McKechnie, were at the complex throughout the day on Saturday … Continue reading →

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Cinnamon buns anyone

By Rosalind Russell – A huge thank you to the people of Nairn for being so welcoming during their February frolics. This year they introduced the Cinnamon Bun Festival, which will become an annual event due to its success this … Continue reading →