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We did it again….
By Grant Lewis – Once again the Espanola Lions was able to give back to the community groups and individuals, over $200,000….This impressive amount. Was only made possible by the continued support of our T.V. Bingo and Catch the Ace … Continue reading
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Blind River: saying good-bye to not one but two schools, hello to new digs
By Rosalind Russell – Students, past and present, staff, families and supporters are saying good-bye to two of their long-time schools. The tours of Blind River Public School took place last week, and the final walk through for W. C. … Continue reading
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The boys are back … City signs three-year sponsorship with the Elliot Lake Vikings
By Rosalind Russell – Elliot Lake Council has given its approval to a three-year agreement between the City and the Elliot Lake Vikings, which establishes clear operational responsibilities and supports the continued return of Junior A hockey to Rogers Arena. … Continue reading
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Search for Juanita “Winnie” Migwans: Fundraising Appeal
By Rosalind Russell – Next weekend, members of our Ontario search team will be traveling to Manitoulin Island to conduct their fourth search effort for Juanita ‘Winnie’ Migwans. As with all of their field operations, there are costs associated with … Continue reading
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Former mayor/beloved teacher walking for cancer research
By Rosalind Russell – A well-known Espanola woman, who has served as a former mayor and is a beloved teacher at Espanola High School, has taken on a unique challenge in her fight against cancer. Jill Beer told Moose FM … Continue reading
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New venue found for Potentia Massey Solar Project open houses
By Rosalind Russell – The Potentia Massey Solar Project has found a new venue with the addition of two more public sessions. According to Potentia, the sessions will now be held at the Massey Fire Hall at 200 Imperial Street … Continue reading
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Fire in Blind River – firefighter in serious but stable condition
By Rosalind Russell – A firefighter with the Blind River Fire Department is in serious but stable condition following a structural fire. Fire Chief Ryan Belair says around 4:40 am yesterday morning, the department responded to a fire at 15 … Continue reading
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Decoration Day held under sunny skies on Manitoulin Island
By Rosalind Russell – Thanks to several veterans, the crosses were back for the Decoration Day observance held yesterday at the Manitoulin Island Cenotaph. According to long-time veteran Roy Eaton, the crosses represent the 129 Manitoulin veterans who died in … Continue reading
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