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Espanola Helping Hand Food Bank receives gift cards to support clients
By Rosalind Russell – Some of the volunteers of the Espanola Helping Hand Food Bank were on hand for a donation from a local grocery store yesterday morning. FreshCo owner, Kim Gardiner, presented gift cards totalling $8,986.64 to support individuals … Continue reading
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Espanola bank supports hospital foundation training
By Rosalind Russell – The Espanola Regional Hospital & Health Centre has received a donation from a local bank for ongoing trauma training. According to the release, the Espanola branch of the Royal Bank provided $10,000 to go towards the … Continue reading
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Acquisition and deployment of Tactical Rescue Vehicle in Sudbury
By Rosalind Russell – The Greater Sudbury Police Service has acquired the service’s first Tactical Rescue Vehicle (TRV). Officials say it strengthens their ability to safely respond to high-risk, life-threatening incidents. According to the release, it is designed to protect … Continue reading
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Nouvelon schools in Algoma shine at Board’s 3rd Esports Tournament
By Rosalind Russell – Dozen’s of students took part in the Conseil scolaire catholique Nouvelon schools Third Annual Esports Tournament at the beginning of the month. Education director Tom Michaud (ME -show) says 41 teams from 18 of their schools … Continue reading
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Municipalities hire a new regional deputy fire chief – Brandon Courtemanche
By Rosalind Russell – The Town of Espanola and the Township of Sables-Spanish Rivers have hired a Regional Deputy Fire Chief. According to the release, Brandon Courtemanche was born and raised in Espanola and has over eight years of experience … Continue reading
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Smile Cookie Campaign will support Espanola Helping Hand Food Bank once again
By Rosalind Russell – Calling all cookie decorators, it’s Smile Cookie Time in support of the Espanola Helping Hand Food Bank. Volunteer Grant Lewis says last year, over $22,000 was raised to assist the organization, which is run by volunteers … Continue reading
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Owen Sound Transportation Company seeking new president and CEO
By Rosalind Russell – The operator of Manitoulin Island’s Chi-Cheemaun is looking for a new hand on the wheel. The Owen Sound Transportation Company, the Crown corporation that oversees operation of the province’s ferries, including the “Big Canoe” as it … Continue reading
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Blind River Legion planning a gathering to honour veterans
By Rosalind Russell – The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 189 in Blind River is asking veterans to do lunch. According to the release, the Let’s Do Lunch gathering is set for April 10 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at … Continue reading
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