By Rosalind Russell – The Old Mill Heritage Centre in Kagawong on Manitoulin Island is preparing to celebrate its 100th anniversary.  Curator Rick Nelson says they will be hosting a gala on July 19th, an all-day event where everyone is invited … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – More provincial budget details are emerging ahead of Thursday – with Premier Doug Ford saying the focus continues to be on putting more money back into the pockets of Ontarians.    That includes making the temporary … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Elliot Lake city council was informed of budget estimates in the millions of dollars for various projects on Monday night.  That includes over $2m for cladding and lighting at the arena; over $2.5m for HVAC & … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Students in Grades 9 to 11 and their parents/guardians are invited to an information session designed to help students plan for post-secondary.   The presentation is hosted by the Rainbow District School Board and is open to all students … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – The Ontario Home Builders’ Association says it is optimistic about proposed provincial legislation to tackle the housing crisis.    The association is welcoming the Protecting Ontario by Building Faster and Smarter Act — which they say … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – It is Victims and Survivors of Crime Week, and yesterday, the Manitoulin/North Shore Victim Services hosted two proclamation signings and flag lowering ceremonies, the first at the Espanola Town Hall and in the afternoon at the … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – McHappy Day was a record-breaking success across the country. McDonald’s Canada says over $11.3 million was raised for Ronald McDonald House Charities and other local children’s charities in communities across Canada.  Locally, Elliot Lake raised $5,341 … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – The Northern Ontario School of Medicine University wants to hear from you.   The university is hosting town halls in a number of communities, but for those unable to attend, they will also welcome comments online. … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Small and medium-sized businesses dealing with the impact of U-S tariffs can apply to the province for funding support.   Ontario’s Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade Minister Vic Fedeli says the new 50-million-dollar Ontario Together … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – A clean-technology company is looking at being a tenant at the Domtar Mill in Espanola.According to BMI, CHAR Technologies is considering setting up shop to produce renewable natural gas and a bio-coal product made from residual wood … Continue reading →