-
Cambrian College inaugural Christmas gathering introduces new bursary/honours three locals
By Rosalind Russell – Cambrian College’s Inaugural Christmas gathering held this past Saturday in Espanola was an opportunity to introduce a new bursary specific to the local area and to say thank you to three key role models in the … Continue reading
-
Moose initiatives provide supports to many
By Rosalind Russell – Both Moose stations in the local area had successful initiatives this weekend to help those in need. Moose FM 94.1 out of Elliot Lake held their Christmas Toy Drive Radiothon in support of the Salvation Army … Continue reading
-
Algoma Public Health brings lived experiences to the forefront in new Toxic Drug Report
By Rosalind Russell – Algoma Public Health has launched a community-driven report about the Toxic Drugs in Algoma, recommending more community involvement at all levels. Acting Medical Officer of Health Dr. John Tuinema says the report features the voices … Continue reading
-
Carol Hughes’ Column – A GST Tax Holiday Will Help, but a Permanent Removal on Essentials Needed
Last week, the Prime Minister announced that he’d be seeking to introduce legislation in Parliament to provide a two-month break on the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) for groceries, some essential items, and some gift … Continue reading
-
Michael Mantha’s News from the Park for November 29, 2024
Under the Doug Ford government, Northerners are constantly told they have to wait November 29, 2024 Christmas time is approaching, and with the snowfall, we just received in Algoma-Manitoulin, that festive feeling is growing quickly. Across our riding, communities are … Continue reading
-
Espanola Elks’s 48th annual Christmas Hamper Fund Campaign tomorrow
By Rosalind Russell – The Espanola Elks will host its 48th annual Christmas Hamper Fund Campaign tomorrow. The Elks have been partnered with the Moose 99.3FM for several years and that partnership continues this year. Both will be at the … Continue reading
-
Sables-Spanish Rivers Township meeting ends up in a shouting match over dogs
By Rosalind Russell – Dogs are considered family pets, but they also working members of many farms in the Sables-Spanish Rivers Township assisting with herding and security for livestock. Bylaw officer Richard Paquette says the town animal control bylaw has … Continue reading
-
Diversity full-length film ready for launch in Elliot Lake
By Rosalind Russell – An Elliot Lake non-profit organization is ready to launch a full-length local documentary with a pizza party. Celia Sankar, executive director of the DiversityCanada Foundation says the film, produced by the organization, is part of Golden Voices, … Continue reading
Submit News Tip
© 2024 Around & About, All rights reserved. Disclaimer | Privacy Policy | Designed & Hosted by Sudbury Web Design
