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Kenjgewin Teg marks historic graduation, celebrating largest class to date
By Rosalind Russell – Kenjgewin Teg proudly celebrated its 2025-2026 Graduation Ceremony late last month at the Manitoulin Hotel and Conference Centre, recognizing the achievements of its largest graduating class to date. According to the release, a total of 96 … Continue reading
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West Nile Virus positive bird detections in Sault Ste. Marie and East Algoma
By Rosalind Russell – Algoma Public Health is advising residents that two wild birds, one in Sault Ste. Marie and the other in East Algoma, have tested positive for West Nile virus. Associate Medical Officer of Health, Dr. John Tuinema, says the virus has been … Continue reading
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MPP France Gélinas celebrating Lively’s 75th Anniversary
By Rosalind Russell – Nickel Belt MPP France Gélinas will join residents in celebrating Lively’s 75th anniversary. Gelinas will attend the opening ceremony tomorrow (Friday, July 10) and participate in the anniversary parade on Saturday. She says the celebrations will … Continue reading
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By Rosalind Russell – The Manitoulin Health Centre’s board of directors has appointed Doug Nadorozny as its new chair.
Nadorozny succeeds Dennis McGregor, who has served as chair for the past five years and will continue to support the Board in his new role as Vice-Chair. Nadorozny joined the MHC Board of Directors in November 2023 and has served … Continue reading
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Gore Bay upgrades on the way
By Rosalind Russell – Several projects are coming together in the Gore Bay on Manitoulin Island. Mayor Ron Lane says the new washroom at the town’s community recreation area where the splash pad, tennis court, playground and basketball court are … Continue reading
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Blind River celebrates the 80th Annual Community Days this week
By Rosalind Russell – Blind River’s 80th Community Days kicked off yesterday with a barbecue marking the local library’s 100th year of serving the community, with three more full days of celebrations planned this weekend. The Town will open its … Continue reading
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Remedial work underway at Espanola High School
By Rosalind Russell – Remedial work and installations of new equipment are underway at Espanola High School. Large cranes have been brought in to complete the work on the roof and HVAC system. Some remedial work is also being done … Continue reading
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Did you know that July is Disability Pride Month?
By Rosalind Russell – To kick off the month, the City of Elliot Lake has raised the Disability Pride Flag, designed by advocate Ann Magill. According to the release, its’ colours and lines represent facets of various disabilities that … Continue reading
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