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Truth and Reconciliation flag raising – weekend events
By Rosalind Russell – The Town of Espanola raised the Truth and Reconciliation flag late yesterday afternoon. Espanola Mayor Doug Gervais and Deputy Mayor Angela Kelly were joined by municipal staff for the raising of the flag marking Orange Shirt … Continue reading

City of Elliot Lake closing arena, delaying public consultation
By Rosalind Russell – Elliot Lake’s Acting Mayor says the city has no choice but to remove the ice from Centennial Arena, completely close the facility to the public and delay a public consultation. Acting Mayor Andrew Wannan says the … Continue reading

Cheque presentation
“Community Living Espanola supports individuals with developmental disabilities along their journey to achieve their goals and dreams and assists them to live, to work, and to choose their own path.” The impetus in every program developed by C.L.E. for its … Continue reading

Honours & Awards Night planned for the Espanola Legion
By Rosalind Russell – Espanola Legion Branch #39 will acknowledge the volunteer efforts of its members and the larger community at its annual Honours & Awards Night. Legion President Gary MacPherson says the night is an opportunity to acknowledge members … Continue reading

Espanola construction students keep Plexiglass out of landfill
By Rosalind Russell – During the pandemic Plexiglass protection was purchased by many businesses and schools, but now that the pandemic is over, an Espanola school is putting them to good use. Espanola High School, being the Platinum Level Eco … Continue reading

New manager hired for Town of Gore Bay
By Rosalind Russell – The Town of Gore Bay is hiring an experienced CAO from the Niagara Region. Mayor Ron Lane says Harry Schlange has been selected as the new town manager with extensive experience as a CAO for 17 … Continue reading

MP Carol Hughes to Run for Speaker of the House of Commons
OTTAWA – MP Carol Hughes has announced her intention to run for Speaker of the House of Commons. “After some deliberation, I have made the decision to run for Speaker,” said Hughes. “It’s a challenging job, but I have the … Continue reading

Orange Shirt Day being celebrated on Thursday
By Rosalind Russell – Schools across the country including throughout the local districts will be taking part in Orange Shirt Day this week. The day runs in partnership with the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, which takes place on Saturday. … Continue reading

Bike rodeo planned for the Spring for North Shore
By Rosalind Russell – The LaCloche Foothills Community Safety and Well-Being Plan includes a bike rodeo for the Spring of 2024. Susanne Cassidy, the Community Health Navigator, says the partners were pleased with the excellent turnout for a rodeo held in … Continue reading

MP Carol Hughes on the Resignation of House Speaker Rota
OTTAWA – Today, House of Commons Speaker Anthony Rota resigned from his position. This follows his invitation to, and recognition of, a man who fought for a Nazi unit in the Second World War during last week’s state visit of … Continue reading