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Espanola High School sets goal for this year’s Terry Fox Walk/Run
By Rosalind Russell – Espanola High School is off and running for this year’s Terry Fox Walk, setting a goal of $5,000 to support the Terry Fox Foundation and cancer research. Students will gather pledges in support of the annual … Continue reading
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Anishinabe Spiritual Centre receives funding to hire a cultural planning intern
By Rosalind Russell – The Anishinabe Spiritual Centre, located five minutes south of Espanola on Lake Anderson, has received funding from the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation through its Indigenous Workforce Development Stream to hire a cultural planning intern. The … Continue reading
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Pedestrian walkway in Espanola officially named for a former councillor
By Rosalind Russell – Espanola Council has approved the naming of a path requested by the family of a former councillor. In a letter, the Leson family asked council to consider naming a pathway, Leson Path, acknowledging the contributions of … Continue reading
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Espanola Paper Kings Home Opener Tonight …The 2026–27 season starts at HOME as your
By Rosalind Russell – Espanola Paper Kings take on the Soo Eagles tonight, Friday, September 11 at 7:30 PM at the Espanola Regional Recreation Complex. Tickets at the door: Adults $15 | Senior/Student $10 | Child 6–12 $5 They want … Continue reading
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First Annual Wiggy’s Tournament set for next weekend
By Rosalind Russell -Elliot Lake’s Burley Field will be the place to be for the First Annual Wiggy’s Slo-Pitch Tournament in memory of a long-time ball player, Daniel Wawia. Wawia was well-known for his love of the game and his … Continue reading
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Espanola Regional Hospital & Health Centre welcomes new financial V.P.
By Rosalind Russell – The Espanola Regional Hospital & Health Centre has welcomed a new vice-president of Corporate & Chief Financial Officer. According to the release, Steffi Wiittmaack has over 20 years of experience, most recently as Director of Finance … Continue reading
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Final outdoor market of the season
By Rosalind Russell – Espanola will host its final outdoor market of the season today. Vendors will be on site selling food stuffs, art, crafts, fresh produce, baking and so much more. The last one of the season will be … Continue reading
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Evening nursing clinics available in Espanola
By Rosalind Russell – The Espanola Health Team is providing RN clinics in the evening for those who need care outside normal business hours. According to the release, whether you’re unable to visit during the day or simply need a … Continue reading
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Collins Hall will be closed for refurbishment
By Rosalind Russell – Collins Hall in Elliot Lake is closed on Tuesday and will reopen later this month after the large floor area is refurbished. The entire main floor of the popular centre will be sanded and stained, as … Continue reading
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Celebrating International Literacy Day on the first day of school
By Rosalind Russell – Yesterday was International Literacy Day, which marks the power of literacy and its role in creating opportunity, equity and a more informed society. Rainbow District School Board CEO, Bruce Bourget, says International Literacy Day fell on … Continue reading
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